Do some basic research into waterproof outdoor fabrics and jackets and you’ll soon wander into swampy groves of statistics: Hydrostatic Head? MVTR? 40 Denier? What do they all mean and can they help you choose the right waterproof jacket?
Jöttnar expands winter range
British outdoor clothing brand Jöttnar will continue their focus on mountaineering, winter climbing and all-mountain skiing in their 2015 winter range, available in mid-October. All of their existing products will continue in the range, but incorporating new colourways and performance updates, while also adding four new products. The new products will include a bibless version of the Vanir salopettes, a lightweight …
Rab release new Nexus jacket
Technical outdoor gear experts Rab have recently released their new Nexus Jacket, an all round waterproof for active use in variable mountain conditions. Said to be extremely breathable, warm and hard-wearing, the 590g (men’s large) Nexus has been designed using Polartec’s three layer Neoshell fabric, with a heavier weight used for the arms and shoulders to increase durability. Rab claims …