Mountain Equipment Makalu Jacket
Combining the suppleness required for all-day comfort and easy packability with the robustness to protect in extremely wet weather, the Makalu Jacket is one of Mountain Equipment's most popular waterproof jackets for year-round mountaineers, climbers and walkers. Whether pulled on in the face of building storm clouds or worn all day through relentless winter drizzle, it offers protection during high-milage mountain days and severe weather.
Constructed from an updated GORE-TEX with ePE membrane and FC-free DWR finish, the Makalu Jacket is highly protective and shields you from poor, wet weather and is highly breathable to provide optimum comfort across a range of hiking and climbing conditions. This breathable garment works to keep you cool by allowing a constant supply of fresh air, whilst also providing moisture-wicking properties to prevent the growth of sweat and moisture to keep you dry. Working alongside this, the garment has a 3-layer construction with 75D face fabric for enhancing the durability of the jacket. The jacket has a Mountain HC Hood which is fully adjustable to keep you protected from the constantly changing weather when you're traversing the mountains. The hood is also helmet-compatible with full adjustability to provide you with the best fit and feel. Designed with an Alpine Fit, the garment minimises excess fabric to avoid flapping or bunching without feeling too restricted, whilst articulated pre-shaped sleeves allow you to move comfortably and freely. The garment has a multitude of storage options, providing you space to stash any essentials quickly, including 2 large pockets with YKK water-resistant zips, a Napoleon chest pocket with YKK water-resistant zips and a laminated, laser-cut inner pocket with YKK zip. The adjustable hem drawcords and laminated cuffs help to accommodate layering and seal out driving rain whilst providing you complete protection during extremely wet weather. Large pit zips also allow you to regulate temperature and manage the build-up of moisture during strenuous uphill legs or in humid conditions.
