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Rab says:
Highly technical shell offering guides and dedicated alpinists the unflinching protection and reassurance they need to operate all day in tough conditions. With 3-layer Pertex® Shield and ascent-specific features, it's made for weather-beaten climbs.
Our Verdict
We're working out what we think about Rab's Firewall Guide Jacket, we'll add our comments here in due course.
- Reviewed by Ultralight Outdoor Gear
Features
- 3-layer Pertex® Shield for ultimate durability on technical ascents
- Integrated RECCO® reflector, a passive transponder searchable to professional rescuers in the event of avalanche or outdoor emergency
- Ascent helmet-compatible 3-point hood with concealed internal cord locks and single-handed adjustment for ease of use
- Stiffened and flexible polymer peak for increased weather protection
- 4 external pockets (2 x chest / 2 x hand) using YKK® AquaGuard® zips
- Internal mesh stuff pocket and internal zipped security pocket
- 2-way fully venting pit zips using YKK® AquaGuard® zips and haptic pullers
- 2-way YKK® VISLON® AquaGuard® centre front zip with lower snap fastener and fleece-lined chin guard for comfort
- Sleeve articulation for freedom of movement and arm lift
- Extended, shaped cuffs with hook-and-loop adjustment for fit with gloves or mitts
- Dual-sided rear hem adjustment with single-handed adjustment
Specifications
- Small weighs: 579g
- Medium weighs: 598g
- Large weighs: 635g
- XLarge weighs: 653g
- Fit: Regular
- Centre back length (Size M): 77.5cm
- HH: 20,000mm
- MVTR: 20,000 g/m2/24hrs
Material & Construction
- 40D Pertex® Shield 3-Layer construction waterproof technology with fluorocarbon-free DWR (140g/m²)
- 100% Polyamide
Help & advice:
- About Rab
- Rab Sustainability and Responsibility
- Choosing a Shell Jacket
- Why is 'PFC Free' Important?
- MVTR and Breathability Explained
- What is Hydrostatic Head?
- What is Fabric Denier?
- Time-Saver Guide to Choosing a Waterproof Jacket
- Time-Saver Guide to PFC Free
- What is PERTEX Shield?
- Pertex Shield Technology Explained
- Rab New Pertex Shield Waterproof Range
