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Paramo Alta II

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Paramo Alta II

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I actually bought this in a sale a couple of years ago for rainy walks around local lanes or for work, but have used it more and more in the hills: when it's cool enough to wear it all day I really do like it. Continue reading...
The strengths outweigh the weakness for me. Continue reading...
Had this for a year now and for me it ends the argument. When its cooler (below about 10°C) Paramo is simply the best solution. One jacket that does everything. Keeps you dry from sweat and rain. No changing la Continue reading...
i got mine from adapt outdoors in liverpool for 160 quid, the best kit ive had for a great price.looking forward to getting the cascada trousers. Continue reading...
I have been turned from a mild sceptic to a hopeless devotee of Paramo.

I find this jacket can be used as a windproof and a waterproof because it is so much more breathable than my Goretex Jacket.

For m Continue reading...

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Had an Alta 11 as a present (lucky me.) Was very sceptical as it weighs a bit more than the norm. But it is so comfortable and breaths like a poly cotton- In a group of 18 I was the only one dry after a lake district all day deluge last autumn - and  I run hot! 

Posted: 29/03/2012 at 11:28



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