Combining the suppleness required for all-day comfort and easy packability with the robustness to protect in extremely wet weather, the Makalu Jacket is among our most popular waterproof jackets for year-round mountaineers, climbers and walkers. Whether pulled on in the face of building storm clouds or worn all day through relentless winter drizzle, it offers proven protection during high-milage mountain days and in severe weather.
The 75-denier breathable GORE-TEX ePE fabric hits the midweight sweet spot of durability, comfort and weight, withstanding the rigours of mountain rock, heavy packs and severe weather while being supple enough to pack well and comfortable enough to wear all day.
The peaked helmet-compatible hood is roomy and fully adjustable, facilitating a secure fit in the face of strong winds. The Alpine Fit minimises excess fabric, avoiding flapping or bunching without feeling restrictive, and articulated pre-shaped sleeves facilitate dynamic movement, whether coiling ropes, shouldering packs or using axes. Adjustable hem drawcords and laminated cuffs help accommodate layering and seal out driving rain, offering complete protection in very wet weather. At the same time, large pit zips let you regulate temperature and manage moisture buildup during strenuous uphill legs or in humid conditions.
Features:
- Weight: 550g/1 lbs 3.4ozs
- New GORE-TEX with ePE membrane and FC free DWR
- GORE-TEX Rain Test Certified
- 13mm taped seams to prevent water entry
- Internal centre-front storm guard with fastener
- Laminated and bonded hanging loop
- 3-Layer construction with 75D face fabric for durability
- Mountain HC Hood is fully adjustable
- Alpine fit with articulated and pre-shaped sleeves
- 2 large pockets with YKK® WR zips
- Napoleon chest pocket with YKK® WR zip
- 2-way YKK® moulded Aquaguard® centre front zip
- 2-way YKK® WR underarm pit zips
- Adjustable laminated cuffs and dual tether hem drawcords
- Laminated and laser cut inner pocket with YKK® zip
Pockets:
- Waterproof pocket construction
- Laser cut and laminated inner pocket
Hood:
- Mountain HC Hood
- Laminated and wired visor
- Internal hood adjuster cord channels
- Nifco cord locks
- Tricot lined face panel
- Rollaway hood tab
Cuffs & Sleeves:
- Pre-shaped and articulated sleeves for greater freedom of movement when reaching up / climbing
- Shaped cuff improves wearability
- Laminated cuff tab with Velcro
- Bar Tack Reinforcement – aids directional pull and wont tear off
Hem:
- Sewn hem / Adjustable
- Dual-tether hem drawcords wont snag
- Nifco Cord Locks
Zips:
- Centre Front - YKK® Aquaguard® #5 VISLON® zipper with 2-Way non-locking slider and Plastic Head
- Pockets - YKK® Aquaguard® #3 Coil zipper non-locking slider with metal head
- Inner Pocket - YKK® #3 Reversed Coil zipper non-locking slider
- Pit Zips - YKK® #3 Reversed Coil zipper non-locking slider with metal head
Performance:
- Hydrostatic Head: 28,000mm
- Breathability: RET - 9m2Pa/W
Composition:
Shoulders, Rear Hem & Upper Sleeve - GORE-TEX 3-Layer 75D / 170gsm
Main Body & Hood - GORE-TEX 3-Layer 50D / 149gsm
100% Polyester Face, ePE membrane with solution dyed Tricot backer
Fair Wear - As a member of Fair Wear, Mountain Equipment is committed to implementing the highest standards of working conditions. Mountain Equipment were awarded "Leader Status" by Fair Wear Foundation in 2016 and has been awarded their highest accolade for performance every year since.
Gore-Tex ePE - laminates providing durably waterproof, windproof and breathable protection and comfort with a long product life; they are FC-free with a reduced carbon footprint.
Care Instructions:
- Close all zips and fastenings
- Machine wash gentle 30 degrees
- Non-bio or waterproof specific detergent
- No fabric softeners
- No bleach
- Tumble dry low to reactivate DWR coating
- Do not iron
- Do not dry clean
If you need to wash your waterproof garment or reapply the DWR waterproof coating, check out our range of spray and washes here!
Mountain Equipment Men's Makalu Gore-Tex Jacket ME-01849 Pine Fern ME-006911