Whether we're on a hanging belay or pushing toward a summit, Rab's Xenair Alpine Jacket is delivering the coverage we need. The Pertex Quantum Air fabrication fends off sprindrift, lets our microclimate breathe, and holds strong against rough terrain, while the synthetic insulation dries quick in wet conditions yet still traps heat when wet for reliable warmth, even when we're standing still. To hide from the wind, we pull the hood over our helmet, tighten the cuffs over our gloves, and cinch the hem, locking all our warmth inside.
Price: $169.00 from Backcountry
| Merchant | Price | |
|---|---|---|
| $169.00 | Visit Store |
Of course, we're chilly while belaying at the bottom of the route, but when things heat up on the wall, we don't want to fuss with our layers. Luckily, the Xenair Alpine Light Jacket intuitively adapts to our conditions, so we're not likely to overheat...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:""I wear the Xenair Alpine for everything from cold belays to skintrack climbs. It breathes like a fleece but insulates like a puff, which makes it super versatile. I’ve even thrown it on under a shell in stormy...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:""I wear the Xenair Alpine for everything from cold belays to skintrack climbs. It breathes like a fleece but insulates like a puff, which makes it super versatile. I’ve even thrown it on under a shell in stormy...