e animal hair's, odors from smoke or fragrances, or any sign that goods have been used other than inspecting indoors. You get with two hand warmer pockets: mesh-lined so they can double as vents, they are also positioned above backpack belt or harness, and sized big enough to hold a folded map. Without the added bulk of a helmet, the hood moves well with your head, and peripheral vision is good.

Stretchy, warm and super tough thanks to a densely woven nylon face, the Dyno XT Jacket from Montane provides breathable wind and water resistance in cooler conditions. There's easily room for a midlayer fleece underneath, making this a good choice for winter or alpine mountains; but it manages to be roomy without feeling baggy. At just 345g (size L) the Morphosis is certainly lightweight, though thanks to its fleece component it is less compressible than some unlined models. These Matrix fabrics have been used extensively throughout the Rab range and from past experience they certainly do what they are designed to. When a windshell is too sweaty and a fleece won't cut out the wind on its own, that's where the Morphosis comes into its own.A simple stretch hem is the hood's only concession to fitting - there's no volume control - and since the fit around the face is a bit relaxed, and there's no structured brim of any sort, the hood doesn't function well in windy weather. The Aenergy In Hybrid Jacket by Mammut is a perfect companion for ski touring and other sweaty outdoor activities in winter.

Montane Men’s Dyno XT Softshell Jacket is stretchy, warm and super tough, thanks to a densely woven nylon face, the Dyno XT Jacket provides breathable wind and water resistance in cooler conditions.A stretchy double weave EXOLITE fabric and precise Active fit offers both the toughness and unhindered movement necessary for those who find themselves making moves on hard rock and ice. Once we have received your item(s), we will inspect them and usually process a refund within 2 working days. Arm length is generous, and with wide cuffs that easily fit over gloves (or roll up over your bulging forearms) and a simple velcro tab closure that makes for a neat fit at the wrist, the sleeves are one of this jacket's strong points.

The DWR finish on the GRANITE STRETCH Thermal will repel light rain and the denier gradient fabric structure actively pulls moisture away from the body keeping you comfortable even when working hard. To save weight without undermining durability Arc'teryx have gone for a hybrid construction, putting two different fabrics where each can offer the most benefit. Updated with Chameleon3 fabric, the Dyno Stretch Jacket delivers wind resistance, wicks hard, dries fast and features a four way stretch. Hem length is about middle of the road, lower at the rear but a fraction shorter than some models at the front, where we think another couple of centimetres would not have gone amiss.The Dyno Stretch Jacket is definitely a full featured 'all-mountain' soft-shell, that has more in common with a Scottish winter shell than most of the others on review. The fabric in the body saves weight, while the heavier fabric in the shoulders and forearms is there for durability where you really need it. We may be able to arrange for a repair to be carried out at your cost, so please contact us for further details if you would like to use this service. Read more about the condition New with tags: A brand-new, unused, unworn and undamaged item in the original packaging (such as the original box or bag) and/or with the original tags attached.

Another feature for which the brand have a well deserved reputation is the quality of their hoods, and the Squall's doesn't disappoint. As they say, sometimes less is more, and for the Alpine Start this is certainly the case - it's a pretty stripped-down garment. The downside of this lightweight fabric on the hood is it that doesn't maintain its shape amazingly in the wind; there's no structure in the brim for instance.

Lightweight, stretchy, cut for movement and breathable enough for high output summer activities, the Psiphon FL Hoody well matches the brief for this review. We have to say we've never particularly noticed this part of the sleeves snagging and wearing through on a softshell, even after a lot of climbing, so this addition comes across as a bit gimmicky. The fit at the waist is fine tuned with toggles, and the tails of the elastic are separate rather than a closed loop, so you can't snag them by mistake.