Rab Mythic Alpine Jacket
It’s not often a piece of technical clothing comes along that stops us in our tracks but the new award winning Mythic Alpine Jacket from Rab has done just that!
So what sets it apart from the other down jackets on our shelves?
Well, to start with the super soft, super light Pertex Quantum outer fabric feels amazing to touch. At just 10 denier it is whisper thin yet still has an environmentally friendly Durable Water Repellant coating. This does not mean that your jacket is waterproof - it is designed as a layering piece to work underneath a breathable waterproof - but it does add to the strength of the fabric in use for the activities it has been designed for: climbing, mountaineering, ski mountaineering and multi day trekking.
The quality of the down used inside the Mythic is second to none: top quality 900 fill power European down with a Nikwax hydrophobic treatment. Every piece of Rab’s down is Responsible Down Standard certified, so you know that the down inside your garment is sourced from farms that follow best practices in animal welfare. This quality of down is extremely light and packs down extremely small so you can stuff this jacket into its own tiny stuff sack to keep it in your pack or clip it to your harness to throw on at a belay.
Seriously, you can feel the quality when you try it on - it is like slipping into a luxurious sleeping bag.
The high quality materials are only part of the amazing feel though, as the fine attention to design detail really sets this jacket apart. From the body mapped baffling on the body, arms and hood to the cut of the arms, literally everything has been taken into consideration to bring together the very best in design and materials to protect you in the winter environment you love.
The Rab Mythic Alpine Jacket at a glance:
Lining: 10D Recycled Pertex® Quantum nylon ripstop (28gsm)
Main Insulation: 900FP European Goose Down with Nikwax Fluorocarbon-Free Hydrophobic Finish (140g / 4.9oz, Size M)
Lightweight zoned stitch-through construction for optimum warmth and down stabilisation
Down-filled hood with part elasticated opening and stiffened peak
Lightweight YKK® VISLON® centre front zip with fleece lined chin guard for comfort
Precurved and articulated sleeves for improved fit and movement
2 YKK® concealed zipped hand pockets
Part elasticated cuffs for optimum fit and reduced bulk
Dual sided rear hem adjustment with anti snag tether
Supplied with a lightweight stuff sack
Outer: 100% Recycled Polyamide. Lining: 100% Recycled Polyamide
Fit: Slim
Centre back length (Size M): 75cm / 29.5inch
313g/11oz (Size M)
Don’t forget to check out the stunning Mythic vest for superlight adventures or the award winning Mythic Ultra Jacket for when you are needing a boost of extra warmth.
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Buyers Guide To Insulated Clothing
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