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Rab Microlight Alpine Jacket

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Rab Microlight Alpine Jacket
Closer to warm fleece levels of insulation than a traditional down jacket, which makes it useable in spring and autumn as well as winter, but don't be fooled into thinking it's ultra-warm, as it's not.

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Reviewed: 5 January 2009 by Jon
What's It For? Although it's a down jacket, the Microlight Alpine, and Rab's other variations on the theme - a hoodless jacket and vest in both men's and women's versions - are ultra-lightweight, very compressible, insulation that can be used in spring and autumn as well as winter. Ideal for anyone ...  Continue reading

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Excellent warmth to weight ration, small pack size, windproof outer and looks great too.
 
Needs protecting from water and dampness generally. Not as warm as a traditional down jacket.
  • Price: £130.00
  • Year: from 2009
  • Weight: 350g
  • Website: http://www.rab.uk.com

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