Mountain Equipment Switch Pro Hooded Wmns Jacket

Days in the mountains are days of contrast: frozen nights thaw to sun-drenched mornings; sheltered paths turn to bare windward flanks; the chill of an exposed stance swiftly counters uphill burns. The highly breathable Switch Pro Hooded Jacket is built to cope with the changing demands of fast-paced activity in the mountains, where efficient body temperature regulation is a priority. It can both wick away moisture on strenuous uphill legs and retain warmth at wind-ravaged belays; it helps you keep moving, focusing on the task at hand, not swapping layers. Innovative Active Insulation At the centre of the Switch Pro’s active insulation is the unique Octayarn Warp-knit lining: a modern, lightweight and highly wicking alternative to traditional polyester fleece fabrics. Under the microscope, Octayarn is made from hollow, multidentate fibres, with each individual fibre having eight protruding cog-like ‘teeth’. This complex 3D structure increases surface area and traps warm air, improving w