Test A Haglöfs Soft Shell For Free...

Want to try a brand new Haglofs Shark Pro Gore-tex Windstopper Softshell jacket and keep it for free?

Okay, here's the deal. Every year Haglöfs runs a 'Test Pilot Project' right across Europe and North America recruiting normal, real people to use and give feedback on their latest products.

Last year, for example, 15 Uk testers were selected from around 600 applicants to try out the new, Stretch XCR Climber Motion technical shell and this spring another load of lucky applicants are going to be swanning around in featherlite new LIM Ultimate paclite jackets.

Try A Shark...

Well, the latest 'Test Pilot Project' is for Haglöfs latest Shark Pro Windstopper Soft Shell jacket that's not due out till later this year. We've actually got a pre-production Shark Pro for test so we can tell you a little bit abou it and how it performs:

First it uses a two new version of Gore's windproof Windstopper fabric with a heavier duty, more abrasion resistant version on the arms, shoulders and at the sides, so unlike some 'soft shells' it feels reassuringly tough and protective. The thicker than average lining fabric, some of it is a microfleece, also adds insulation value.

Cut is neat and technical with water-resistant zips all round. That includes the main zip, two pit-zips and a pair of big chest come handwarmer pockets. There's also a luxurious microfleece-lined adjustable collar. Lots of other nice touches too like seamless shoulders and single-handed adjusters for hem and collar plus articulated sleeves.

So far it seems like a rather nice jacket and we'll being you a full test in due course. In the mean time, if you'd like to try it for yourself, just click on the box to the right of this article, the one that says 'Become A Haglöfs Test Pilot' and sign yourself up... Good luck.