4.51 of 5 starsMountain Equipment - Makalu Jacket - Waterproof jacket
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Material information & features
- Suitable for:
- Men
- Recommended use:
- alpine touring, hillwalking, trekking
- Main material:
- 100% polyester
- Reinforcements:
- 100% polyester
- Material type:
- synthetic fibre, hardshell
- Certifications:
- Fair Wear
- Technology:
- 3-layer laminate, GORE-TEX, ePE membrane
- Material thickness:
- 50 denier, 75 denier
- Fabric treatment:
- DWR treated
- Fabric properties:
- fluorocarbon-free, breathable, windproof, PFC-/PFAS-free, waterproof
- Hydrostatic head main material:
- 28,000 mm
- Closure:
- full length 2-way front zip, with chin guard
- Hood:
- helmet-compatible, with drawstring, adjustable
- Venting:
- armpit zip
- Pockets:
- Napoleon pocket, 2 zipped front pockets, 1 zipped inside pocket
- Weight:
- 550 g
- Reference size:
- size L
- Fit:
- regular
- Extras:
- hook-and-loop fasteners on the sleeves, drawstring in the seam, articulated sleeves, water-repellent zips
- Item No.:
- 002-2850
Product description
The Makalu Jacket from Mountain Equipment is an absolute must-have for bad weather in alpine regions!
Thanks to its GORE-TEX membrane, this jacket is waterproof, windproof and breathable. In addition, it features underarm zips for additional ventilation and articulated sleeves that provide plenty of motion when climbing. Plus, the pockets can even be accessed with a backpack or climbing harness on. All of these features make this jacket an absolute must-have for hill walking and hiking tours.
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