£170
263g (M)
amount of insulation perfectly dialled, thumb loops
none
Fill: 40gsm PrimaLoft Gold Active+, 55% recycled
Shell: 20D Pertex Quantum Air
Hood: none
Cuffs: non-elasticated, thumb loops
Hem: single drawcord
Pockets: 2 handwarmer, 1 chest, all zipped
Sizes: S-XL
Women’s version: no (nearest is the Xenair Alpine Hoody, with 60gsm PrimaLoft)
The Xenair light is my perfect active insulation layer, with all the features I need and none of the fuss. Warmth is provided by 40gsm of PrimaLoft Gold Active +, with a sizable quota of recycled content. Crucially, the underarms aren’t insulated at all. The shell is 20D Pertex, which balances breathability with a decent amount of durability. The DWR is lasting well even after several washes. On its own over a baselayer in cool, calm weather, it does a great job of maintaining an even core temperature. Sandwiched between a hardshell and a
