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 GEAR FEATURES 08 / 11 / 07
 

Winter 2007 Waterproof Jacket Focus

By Jon

We've been focussing on the new for autumn/winter 2007 waterproof jackets and we'll be adding more reviews, news and previews over the next few weeks.

The biggest change for winter 2007 is undoubtedly the introduction of Gore-Tex Pro Shell, Gore's new technical waterproof and breathable fabric that they say is the best yet.

What does it mean for you? Well, XCR is no more, and Pro Shell jackets are lighter, use a thinner but tougher fabric and breathe a little better too.

Anyway, here are the relevant review and articles so far, we'll be adding to them as we review more jackets over the next few days and weeks from the likes of The North Face, Lowe Alpine and Haglofs.


Pro Shell And Performance Shell in a Nut Shell
Confused by the new Gore-Tex fabrics, Pro Shell and Performance Shell? Here are a few questions answered.


Haglofs Spitz Jacket - First Look
Haglöfs new award-winning Gore-Tex Pro Shell mountaineering jacket reviewed.


FurTech Talon Jacket - First Look
First impressions of a new UK microbrand jacket using a rather familiar fabric technology :-)


Lowe Alpine Climb Pro GTX - First Look
Our first take on Lowe Alpine's new, lightweight Gore-Tex Pro Shell jacket - who needs Paclite?


The North Face Pantheon Jacket - First Look
Our initial take on the North Face's tough new Gore-Tex Performance Shell mountain jacket.


Montane Super-Fly 2007 - Tested
The latest incarnation of Montane's lightweight waterproof put through the test mill as it gains weight for winter.


Mountain Equipment Tupilak - First Look
ME's new Gore-Tex Pro Shell jacket with a one-off slimmer cut for thinner users checked out.


Paramo Goes Women's Specific For Winter
The focus is on women's-specific kit this winter at Paramo with the launch of a High Mountain clothing system designed for women, by women.


Montane Quickfire Tested
A stripped-down Super-Fly in a lighter version of the excellent eVent fabric put through the lightweight test mill.


Buyers' Guide - Mountain Shell Jackets
Thinking of buying a new waterproof, breathable mountain jacket? Here's what you need to know to help you make the right choice.


User Reviews - Waterproof Shell Jackets
Thinking of buying a new waterproof, breathable mountain jacket? Here's what you need to know to help you make the right choice.



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