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Montane

Solution

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£250

469g (M, on own scales)

excellent environmental credentials

breathability sometimes an issue, no rear hood adjuster

Materials: solution-dyed Pertex Shield Revolve, PFC-free DWR

Hood: stiffened, with 2 volume adjusters

Front closure: 1 way zip, storm flap

Underarm/side zips: none

Pockets: 2 handwarmer, 2-way zips

Hem: 2 drawcord

Cuffs: Velcro

Sizes: S-XXXL

Women’s version: yes

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