Musto MPX Gore-tex Pro offshore
Jacket £500 Salopettes £400
Musto Offshore suits have long set the standard for foul weather gear, and the MPX Gore-tex has been around for a long time. As with the other suits, efforts have been made to reduce bulk and improve drying time.
Jacket
The rugged MPX Gore-tex fabric, slightly heavier than some others on test, feels reassuringly tough and durable. The fit of the jacket was more generous than other makes, and offered some of the best protection on test.
A very high collar reached almost to the top of the head, which felt very sheltered, whilst being easily folded down, and included elasticated adjustment around the top, though the toggle was a little uncomfortable when the hood was up. The face guard has a brushed microfibre lining, contoured fit and adjustment at both ends.
The hood offered a snug fit with plenty of movement, with a swept-back fit. The jacket had hem and waist adjusters, all on the outside of the garment so they can easily be tweaked while wearing. Chest handwarmer pockets had zip closure, and another set of handwarmers were hidden behind the large cargo pockets.
Salopettes
The salopettes offered different fits for men and women, but the women’s trousers did not include a drop seat. Both had large cargo pockets on each thigh with good roll-down Velcro closures, as well as fleece hand-warmer pockets on the chest. The elasticated fabric shoulder straps were comfortable, but it would have been nice to have a wider range of adjustment.
test VERDICT
There were no leaks on our test, and the pared-back hood was very effective. One of the heavier-weight suits on test, and with a generous fit, we found these slightly bulky, so sizing is important, but these should withstand the worst of the elements. The suit includes all the right features exactly where you’d want to find them.