Rab

Nimbus

£145 Men's S-XXL Women's 8-16 Weight 475g (size L) Outer Pertex Quantum Insulation Rab Cirrus

IT'S GOOD

Compared to others this offers a good set of features and performance. It's based around Rab’s Cirrus insulation, which is able to loft (expand to create air pockets) better than other synthetic options. It’s a loose insulation so it has to be locked in place with baffles, hence the lines of stitching across the body. The Pertex outer is light and thin and, together, this creates a low weight that packs down easily. Insulation level is good for autumn and for taking the edge off in winter. There is a hood and a pair of map-sized zipped hip pockets. The fit is reasonable with no hem or cuff movement.

HOWEVER

While there is a hem drawcord, there is no hood or cuff adjustment, apart from elastication, so these areas may not fit you perfectly. The hood did not turn with my head, which is not ideal. If you want to wear this with a rucksack, access to the pockets is restricted by the hip belts. The features are not perfect and the fit of the hood could be better, but if you are just going to throw this on around camp, these niggles are perhaps not too worrisome.

VERDICT

A good practical jacket for hillwalkers who want good warmth during short breaks.