JWP Shell,

This jacket has a simple and quietly stylish appearance. The hood has only a single adjustment, but while that often leads to a poor fit, this is one of the best-fitting I’ve tried. And it’s fairly light at 400g.

But the story of this jacket is all about the fabric. Unlike many of the others on test, it’s made from recycled polyester, without the use of harmful PFC chemicals. How does it perform technically? Both waterproofing and breathability ratings are high. It’s stretchy to allow freedom of movement.

There are downsides, though. It’s lined throughout with mesh. This keeps the skin away from the slippery inner surface of the fabric; but in effect adds an insulating layer. This and the lack of vents combine to make it a bit warm to wear on humid summer days. Pockets large enough for an OS map would be welcome, too.

Good-looking and technically sound, but gets sweaty in warm weather.