Rab Arc Eco Jacket
This is Rab’s first jacket utilising threelayer Pertex Shield Resolve, a waterproof and breathable fabric constructed from 100% post-consumer recycled polyester. This means the jacket’s face fabric, membrane and backer are all made up of a single polymer, which makes it much easier to recycle at the end of its life. The environmental impact of production is reduced too. The jacket itself features an adjustable mountain hood with laminated peak and fleece-lined chin guard, as well as hook-and-loop adjustable cuffs, YKK zips, two chest pockets and a waist hem drawcord. It has a 20,000mm hydrostatic head and 15,000g/m²/24hr MVTR breathability rating, with a fluorocarbon-free DWR treatment. Judge David Lintern said: “I’ve been genuinely impressed by this 100% recycled polyester hardshell.
Its eco credentials are great but it’s also well designed to keep out the elements. A slightly longer cut and big, high pockets are well suited to both walkers and mountaineers, whilst the pit zips and fabric weight make it suitable for yearround use. Worn during some persistently wild weather over a three-day backpack, I stayed dry as a bone.”