Mountain Equipment Oreus Jacket

Mountain Equipment Oreus Jacket Review – Lightweight Synthetic Midlayer for Alpine Use

High-output insulation built for variable conditions—with Aetherm tech and alpine pedigree Overview The Mountain Equipment Oreus Jacket is a technical midlayer that blends synthetic insulation with a tailored alpine fit, built for cold and damp conditions where traditional down falls short. Featuring Aetherm™ Precision Insulation—ME’s latest in hybrid loft technology—and a windproof 100% recycled shell,…

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Mountain Hardwear Ghost Whisperer/2 Hoody Review: Ultralight Down for Serious Adventures

The Mountain Hardwear Ghost Whisperer/2 Hoody is a legendary ultralight down jacket, trusted by thru-hikers, climbers, and minimalist backpackers for over a decade. Weighing just under 9 ounces (approx. 255g), it’s one of the lightest fully featured down jackets on the market. With responsibly sourced 800-fill down, recycled fabrics, and a packable design, the Ghost…

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Rab Neutrino Pro Jacket Review: Built for Brutal Cold and Alpine Missions

The Rab Neutrino Pro Jacket is designed for serious winter conditions. Packed with 800-fill hydrophobic goose down and protected by a tough Pertex Quantum Pro shell, it delivers exceptional warmth and weather protection. Whether you’re ice climbing in Scotland, bivvying in the Alps, or shivering through basecamp mornings, this jacket is engineered to keep you…

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Rab Electron Pro Jacket

Rab Electron Pro Jacket Review (2025) – Alpine Warmth Without the Weight

Alpine warmth meets lightweight packability—Rab’s high-loft down jacket gets a polished performance update Overview The Rab Electron Pro Jacket is a high-performance alpine down jacket designed for climbers, mountaineers, and cold-weather adventurers who demand maximum warmth without excessive weight. With 800-fill hydrophobic goose down, Pertex® Quantum Pro outer fabric, and intelligent body-mapped baffles, it’s engineered…

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