Berghaus Affine £200

+ Fair price, lightweight, athletic fit, good for layering

- Not the warmest, short cut (no coverage over backside), wrist cuffs not adjustable

The Berghaus Affine is a lighter jacket with a more athletic cut, which can be worn all day without the risk of overheating. Consequently it’s not as warm as thicker jackets, and the high cut mean’s there’s no thermal coverage below the waist. But it does work far better in a layering system and it’s well-suited for active use – it’ll feel far more comfortable during a steep ascent than the super-thick Rab or Black Diamond jackets, for example.

Featuring ‘body-mapped’ zones of different grades of synthetic insulation (100% recycled 150g/m2 Hydroloft in the main body, 60g/m2 in the hood, shoulders, side and lower body, 40g/m2 in the pocket area), you get warmth where you need it most. Yet this jacket is mostly about breathability, lightness, stretch and freedom of movement – areas it excels in. The wrist cuffs are elasticated rather than utilising Velcro and the hood is warm and adjustable, although the collar sits low on the chin (for us at least), somewhat exposing your face to the elements.

Features include a full-length zipper (not two-way), two handwarmer pockets, two oddly-shaped long and thin internal stuff pockets, fleece-lined chinguard and adjustable waist. At £200, the price point is competitive too.

■ Men’s sizes XS-XXXL ■ Women’s sizes 8-20 ■ Weight 492g (men’s small)

■ Insulation 100% recycled Hydroloft synthetic insulation (150g/m2, 60g/m2 and 40g/m2)