What is the Expedition X-Latt Vest?
The Expedition X-Latt Vest is a synthetically insulated gilet that works perfectly as a warm midlayer during the winter or a lighter outer layer in autumn. It's versatile enough to wear for outdoor activities like hiking and scrambling or those closer to home, whether it's your turn to do the school run or are simply heading down to the pub with your pals.
What is it made of?
The outer and lining of this gilet are made of 100% recycled nylon. Nylon is extremely robust and can withstand a beating from rock and abrasion, making it perfect for venturing across rugged terrain. The durability of the nylon ensures that you'll be able to wear this vest again and again without it looking worn and tired or losing its functionality along the way.
It uses synthetic sheet insulation, which, unlike down, is much more effective in wet weather as it retains warmth and loft when damp. Therefore, this gilet is excellent for unpredictable weather conditions, whether wearing it as a light outer layer on a fresh spring morning or as a midlayer during the autumn when temperatures begin to drop.
What are its features?
This all-round piece is perfect for any outdoor activity, including hiking, scrambling, or even chilling around the campfire one summer's evening.
It has a two-way zipper at the front, giving you multiple options on how to wear it. For maximum warmth, fully fasten the zip to the top. Alternatively, you can unzip from the bottom for extra ventilation if you've layered up or if you want to make space underneath for a climbing harness.
There are two hand pockets that provide plenty of room for snacks, energy gels, a mobile phone or GPS. An internal zippered pocket also offers extra security for storing more valuable possessions, like car keys or a purse.
The hem of the gilet is adjustable, allowing you to optimise the fit over a fleece or other layers whilst boosting warmth retention for colder conditions. Simply pull the drawcord adjuster to cinch it in around the hips - easy!
Features:
- Light, packable vest with synthetic padding for hiking and outdoor life.
- A smart insulating garment that is perfect as a mid-layer on chilly summer evenings, when trekking at high altitudes or over a fleece or t-shirt to keep your core warm.
- Pliant outer fabric and lining in recycled polyamide.
- Lightly padded with 60 gsm synthetic insulation (80% recycled polyester).
- Two-way zipper with inside placket.
- Two hand pockets and an inside pocket, all with zippers.
- Elastic drawcord adjustment at hem.