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Montane says:
Lightweight 12D Nylon ripstop outer fabric with acrylic coating offers exceptionally lightweight all weather protection, whilst our APT highly breathable liner enhances comfort and ensures critical moisture management is maintained. Strategically mapped Primaloft Gold Active Vent maintains performance when wet and ensures warmth in focused in critical areas whilst keeping overall weight low. Alongside our REACH+ and PIVOT3 hood systems, the Fortes XT Hoodie is designed for pinnacle, uncompromised severe mountain protection.
Our Verdict
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- Reviewed by Ultralight Outdoor Gear
Features
- APT technology utilises breathable lining fabrics to maximise insulation performance direct to the body, with protective face fabrics to lock out cold weather
- Body mapped insulation to reduce bulk under the arms and hood whilst maximising warmth in the main body and arms
- Reach + fit construction offers unparalleled arm lift and articulation for excellent movement
- PIVOT 3 fully adjustable, helmet compatible hood system with integrated front mountain safe adjustment points and rear speed adjustment
- Outside-In construction utilizes the durable face fabrics internally on high abrasion areas
- Insulated CF placket prevents heat loss
- Included Cube stuff sack for efficient packability has been constructed to provide maximum fabric for use as a garment repair
- OFFSET seam intersections improve construction, durability and comfort
- 2-way YKK Vislon Natulon recycled CF zip
- Single harness and pack compatible YKK Natulon recycled zipped chest pocket, insulated to keep essentials warm and protected
- 2x harness and pack compatible YKK Natulon recycled zipped hand warmer pockets and 2x internal self-fabric stash pockets
- Built on the Mountain Fit block with added volume to fit over layers
Specifications
- UK8 Weighs: 518g
- UK10 Weighs: 533g
- UK12 Weighs: 557g
- UK14 Weighs: 566g
- UK16 Weighs: 580g
- Back Length: 72cm (UK10)
Material & Construction
- Barrier Tough A densely woven mini-ripstop textile using super lightweight 12 Denier recycled nylon yarns, excellent abrasion resistance for its weight. PFC/PFAS FREE DWR.
- Insulation - Core body - 60 g/m² PrimaLoft® Gold Insulation Active Vent PrimaLoft® Lightweight warmth and thermal efficiency, designed for breathability and effective moisture management. Packable insulation that remains warm even if wet. 4-way stretch enables freedom of movement.
- Insulation - Hood and sleeves - 40 g/m² PrimaLoft® Gold Insulation Active Vent PrimaLoft® Lightweight warmth and thermal efficiency, designed for breathability and effective moisture management. Packable insulation that remains warm even if wet. 4-way stretch enables freedom of movement.
- APT - Air Permeable Technology utilising a 10 denier recycled nylon ripstop fabric with engineered air permeability of 10cfm to maximise insulation warmth, efficiency and end-user comfort.
