What is the Highpile Jacket?
The Highpile is a warm fleece designed for harsh winters in the mountains. It works for mountaineering, climbing or ski-touring, whether worn underneath a shell jacket or a down jacket. However, it certainly wouldn't look out of place at the pub on a cold Friday evening, making it a super versatile addition to your wardrobe!
What is it made of?
The Highpile comprises recycled polyester fleece with Mountain Equipment's Exolite softshell overlays. The high-pile, polyester fleece is incredibly soft, warm and comfortable next to the skin.
Exolite overlay patches are added to high-wear areas to give that extra bit of durability to combat rugged terrain.
Exolite is a durable, double-weave softshell made with polyamide and elastane. Lab-tested and field-tested, Exolite is proven to be incredibly durable and worthy of wear in any season. It's completely windproof and is treated with an FC-free DWR (durable water repellent) to give you that extra protection in more exposed conditions. These details also make the Highpile an ideal lightweight outer layer for shoulder seasons, whether on the hill or a little closer to home.
What are its features?
Elastane-bound cuffs and hem cinch material to keep the warmth in and the breeze out, without feeling restrictive and uncomfortable.
The construction uses overlocking and top-stitching to provide next-to-skin comfort, should you wear a t-shirt underneath. A moulded centre-front zip keeps ice from building up and is easy to handle with numb fingers or chunky gloves.
For storage, there are two zipped hand pockets, which are ideal for stowing away snacks, energy gels, a GPS device or a mobile phone.
The Highpile Jacket is constructed with an Alpine Fit, which is much more refined and sits closer to the body. This fit is in no way tight and uncomfortable, as the stretchy fabric allows plenty of freedom of movement. However, it keeps bulk to a minimum, making it easier to layer over the top.
Features:
- Alpine fit
- Over-locked and top-stitched construction throughout for next-to-skin comfort
- Two zipped hand warmer pockets
- YKK® moulded centre front zip
- Elastane bound cuffs and hem