Multifunctional outer layer built to be used as wind and rain protection as well as organized carriage for vitally important zero line of equipment. Designed for a variety of multi day long missions in fast changing harsh mountain weather conditions. Built with durable yet lightweight water repellent rip-stop nylon shell with nIR properties and high performance membrane, it is an absolutely necessary part of equipment for year round use. To be adopted for lower temperature environments, the jacket combines with additional double sided WINDBLOCK fleece or Thermal Booster insulated inserts. Regulated ventilation zoning provides control of air flow that helps to keep the body dry during active phase of use and preserve body heat during passive phase.
MATERIALS
Main material: Layered composite material, membrane with high class water resistance and breathability, reinforced Rip-Stop weave,
Pockets: Durable and stretchable mesh,
Watertight compartments: Rigid and lightweight water proof fabric with YKK AquaGuard® zipper
Liner: Extra strength light weight mesh,
YKK zippers,
Plastic components from DUE EMME ITALY,
FR velcro details with extensive lifespan,
FEATURES
Main shell wearable in rapidly changing weather conditions with enhanced rain and wind protection, yet with high breathability properties,
Oversized fit with multiple adjustments for freedom of movement with additional layers,
Taped seams all around
Controlled airflow: lower edge and waist level elastic cord adjustments, underarm and forearm zippered ventilation openings, sectioned liner at the shoulders and the back for AirMesh padding/spacer to provide breathability and comfort while carrying backpacks,
Detachable hood with elastic cord regulations around the face and pulls at the back of the head to fit'n'turn with head, for opening side field of view, foldable cap,
Upgradeable to intermediate and cold conditions with double sided WINDBLOCK fleece or THERMORE® THERMAL BOOSTER* with Integrated half glove type warm and stretchable sleeves with thumb and wrist watch openings
Velcro adjustable elastic cuffs,
Elbow Pad pocket with CORDURA® INVISTA™ 330D outside for prolonged use and stretchable vented mesh inside to add flexibility
CORDURA® INVISTA™ 330D reinforced shoulders, cuff and elbow adjustment tabs
Forearm pencil slots,
Variety of pockets with zoning to organize zero line of sustainment and mission related equipment:
Shoulder pocket with flap and splitted velcro paneling for patches, divided compartment for medium size items and slim ones (multitools, chem lights, small flashlights, medication containers, etc) with pull out tab,
Separated waterproof compartment underneath the shoulder pocket with YKK AquaGuard® zipper for paper and electronic items,
Chest pockets with side zippers, stretchable vented mesh liner inside to harm hands and access with chest rigs on.
Waist level cargo pockets with double folded flaps to flash away weather elements, 50 mm wide elastic retainers inside, slotted for 2 typical rifle mags and 1 slim item, closing on 2 hidden Canadian buttons,
Separated compartment underneath the cargo pocket, closing on a zipper, oriented from center to the side, doubled with large drop pocket inside,
Large separated waterproof cargo compartment at the lower back with YKK AquaGuard® zipper to store and carry dry base layer changes, warm layers, etc,
Overlaying double flap to cover heavy duty double slider YKK zipper to close all the way up to the tip of the collar and fast opening to the bottom of the jacket,
* Certified insulation that increases R-value w over 20% when temperature drops below +5C.