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Rab says:
Expertly adapting to changes in intensity, pace, and temperature, this lightweight synthetic insulated vest offers the warmth and breathability of our iconic Xenair range, without the bulk of sleeves. Ideal as a midlayer or a versatile outer, it’s compact and built to respond to your output whether you’re questing up a frozen waterfall or transitioning from skin to ski. It features an improved, highly breathable lining which moves sweat through the system more quickly than ever before. Combined with body-mapped, dual weight insulation designed to maintain warmth only where you need it, it keeps you comfortable for longer and removes the need to change layers in mixed conditions.
The wind-resistant Pertex® Quantum Air keeps the chill off on an exposed climb, while the lightweight single-sided rear hem adjustment allows you to seal out icy winds. Comfortable, semi-elasticated armholes prevent underarm soreness, even when you’re swinging ice tools and grappling with gear. Stash gloves, snacks, or other essentials in the zipped chest pocket or two zipped hand pockets, one of which doubles up as an integrated stuff sack with an attachment loop for securing to your harness.
From fast-moving hikes to backcountry skiing, the Xenair Vest is an adaptable do-it-all layer that will keep you moving on big mountain days.
Our Verdict
We're working out what we think about Rab's Xenair Insulated Vest, we'll add our comments here in due course.
- Reviewed by Ultralight Outdoor Gear
Features
- Body mapped insulation to maintain warmth and aid thermoregulation
- Semi-elasticated armhole openings for comfort
- Lightweight YKK® centre front zip with chin guard
- Semi concealed lightweight YKK® zipped chest pocket
- 2 YKK® covered zipped hand pockets, one of which doubles as an integrated stuff sack with harness attachment loop
- Lightweight single sided rear hem adjustment with anti snag tether
Specifications
- Small weighs: 192g
- Medium weighs: 201g
- Large weighs: 214g
- XLarge weighs: 228g
Material & Construction
- 20D Pertex® Quantum Air with fluorocarbon-free DWR (47gsm [2cfm])
- 20D recycled nylon (40gsm [10cfm])
- 60gsm PrimaLoft® Gold Active+ insulation (55% recycled content) through front, back and collar
- Main: 100% Polyamide (with Acrylic coating). Lining: 100% recycled Polyamide
- Fit: Regular
- Centre back length (Size M): 71cm / 27.9inch
