A proper layering system can certainly help any waterproof jacket with its performance and breathability. All Montane garments come with care labels which include wash care instructions relating to the fabric composition used to create the garment. We try our best to identify any issues like this and make you aware of them in the product description prior to purchase.

Faults deemed to have been caused by misuse or improper care (including washing not in accordance with the product wash care instructions) are not covered by the guarantee. Dog walkers and festival go'ers who wouldn't know condensation if it bit them or how to layer or vent. Three-layer Gore-Tex breathed well on heart-pumping Nordic ski trips and rainy hikes into the 50s, and the Ajax dried within 20 minutes after an accidental creek dunking on a warm, sunny hike. If your item is under warranty, please contact us so that we can resolve the claim in the best and most timely manner.The high collar, combined with a buff, offered excellent protection in full Winter weather conditions, with the internal microfleece on the collar ensuring it was comfortable too without rubbing on your face. I used it just before the summer on the WHW and it suffered no condensation and still holds out the rain completely. Finance is provided by PayPal Credit (a trading name of PayPal UK Ltd, Whittaker House, Whittaker Avenue, Richmond-Upon-Thames, Surrey, United Kingdom, TW9 1EH).

This is not the shell to get for lightweight dayhiking or backpacking in generally warm, fair weather—you would overheat, it’s just too much jacket for that. The main use of the jacket would be for mountain walking, predominantly in The Lakes and Wales but occasionally in Scotland, across all seasons.We will always try to be very clear about the fault/repair to the item but occasionally there may be a small fault that is missed. Cant remember the technical reasons but when changing the smock I will be looking out for an old style Extrem. To calculate the overall star rating and percentage breakdown by star, we don’t use a simple average.

You can access, rectify and delete your data, as well as exercise other rights by consulting the additional and detailed information on data protection in our Privacy Policy. The fit in a medium size is quite slim, and although we can fit all the extra layers needed for winter use, it might be a little too tight for some. Overall, I’m really happy with the performance of this jacket, it has kept me dry and warm and I have been able to use it for a number of different activities. I’ve had my previous waterproof jacket for 15 years before it fell apart, I know this is likely past most manufacturers expected lifetimes for a jacket, but I like to push the life expectancy and would rather pay a little more for a jacket that will last.The main construction is a tough 40 Denier fabric with 70 Denier reinforcements in high abrasion areas such as the shoulders, arms and chest. A DWR (Durable Water Repellency) is applied to the outside of waterproof fabrics during the manufacturing process.