This is a decent and well-cut softshell that goes some way in its hybrid design to offer almost hardshell levels of protection on the hood, shoulders and upper chest while letting the sweat out elsewhere when you are working hard. So we kept everything everyone loves about our tough but breathable do-it-all lightweight weather-resistant soft shell, and added thumb loops and slightly changed the hybrid mapping on the wrists for a fresh look. There's easily room for a midlayer fleece underneath, making this a good choice for winter or alpine mountains; but it manages to be roomy without feeling baggy. It moves well with your head, zips up high for lower face protection, boasts a brushed chin guard for comfort, and a proper wired brim that holds its shape in a high wind. We are committed to reducing our environmental impact and to being transparent with consumers, to give you confidence about the origin of your Montane products.

Were there to be a downside to a typical summer softshell it would be that its lightweight and breathable nature would generally result in it being less ideal in colder, windier conditions. The arms are relatively roomy for the size, at least on our skinny tester, and well cut for movement. Yes it is big enough to fit over a helmet - but in the case of a modern high-volume model such as the Petzl SIROCCO, only just.Committed to keeping you warm, safe and dry, Grangers has supported world class climbers and explorers for over 80 years with the best protection possible. Lightweight softshells are a summer staple, keeping out the breeze, shrugging off light showers and providing a little warmth if the temperature drops. The fit is perfect (m), it looks good, it’s well made and so far has withstood some horrible January Scottish weather.

Well bearing in mind the abuse that this sort of jacket will get over the years, we have come down in favour of it. Montane has become synonymous with lightweight and breathable clothing and equipment not only for outdoor sports.Learn more here about the organisations Montane is working with to protect our playground, and to help us to make considered, responsible choices. Breathability is hard to fault, and we've worn it on warm walk-ins and long sunny multi pitch climbs without noticing any sweatiness.

Sample products are made as a representation of the finished product and are usually only made in one or two sizes.It probably adds to the weight too, not to mention being a bit scritchy and uncomfortable on the inside against a bare arm. Great for hillwalking and all-round outdoor use, but when it comes to climbing the cut lets this one down a little.

Between the long body, the stretchy fabric (more on that below) and some decent underarm tailoring, we've found arm movement is unrestricted and hem lift negligible. When a windshell is too sweaty and a fleece won't cut out the wind on its own, that's where the Morphosis comes into its own.Overall fit, with a view to climbing as well as walking, when sleeve articulation, hem length and zero hem lift become more important. Arm length is generous, and with wide cuffs that easily fit over gloves (or roll up over your bulging forearms) and a simple velcro tab closure that makes for a neat fit at the wrist, the sleeves are one of this jacket's strong points. Most purchases from business sellers are protected by the Consumer Contract Regulations 2013 which give you the right to cancel the purchase within 14 days after the day you receive the item. Hem length is about middle of the road, lower at the rear but a fraction shorter than some models at the front, where we think another couple of centimetres would not have gone amiss. With a wide shoulder and slightly tapered waist, the Borealis should suit those with a broad back and athletic build.