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What is the Cirrus Vest?
It's an updated version of Rab's popular Cirrus Vest – a warm, versatile wardrobe staple ideal for every outdoor enthusiast.
With a fresh new design that's warmer than previous versions and an updated fit, its combination of high-performance fabrics and blown synthetic insulation makes it ideal for virtually any outdoor activity. From winter mountaineering to dog walking in cold, wet, windy, and unpredictable climates like the UK, this synthetically insulated gilet just makes sense.
What is it made from?
Insulation: The Cirrus Vest uses 107g of PrimaLoft® Silver Rise synthetic insulation for warmth, which is made from 100% recycled polyamide from post-consumer recycled material. PrimaLoft® Silver Rise is lightweight and highly durable insulation with a unique construction that allows it to resist compression. It boasts an impressive warmth-to-weight ratio comparable to high-quality natural down without any of the faff, making it a great vegan alternative to down that can still perform even when wet.
Outer and lining: The outer and lining are constructed from Pertex Quantum, which is made from recycled polyamide. The outer uses a slightly thicker 30-denier fabric for added durability and a clean, smooth finish, while the lining uses a lighter-weight 20-denier material for optimum breathability and comfort.
Pertex Quantum is an incredibly lightweight yet durable material that will protect you from wind and light rain. It's also exceptionally breathable and highly packable, making it ideal for slightly more intense activities such as mountaineering and climbing, when you may be layering and de-layering more frequently and will need to pack the vest away.
This material is coated in a fluorocarbon-free DWR (durable water repellent) to allow light rain and snow to bead and roll off the surface. However, please note that this does not make the jacket waterproof.
What are its features?
The Cirrus Vest features a cosy stand collar to protect the back of your neck from cold winds and drafts. The vest is fastened with a centre front zip with an insulated baffle to help prevent heat loss through the zip and a fleece-lined chin guard to avoid any discomfort around the face when fully zipped.
For storage, you'll find two zipped hand pockets for your trail essentials and an inner security chest pocket ideal for more valuable belongings or items that you want to keep out of the cold, such as a mobile phone or car keys. The chest pocket doubles as an integrated storage pocket, allowing the vest to be packed down when not in use, so it will take up less space in your backpack. This integrated storage pocket also has a clip-in-loop for attaching to a harness or outer pack with a carabiner. YKK® zippers are used throughout for smooth and easy operation.
Finally, elasticated armholes and a dual-sided hem adjustment with an anti-snag tether help trap warm air inside the vest, keeping you warm and comfortable even when popping it on over bulky layers.
Features
- 30D Recycled Pertex® Quantum outer with fluorocarbon-free DWR
- 20D Recycled Pertex® Quantum lining with fluorocarbon-free DWR
- Blown synthetic insulation lofts to trap air and provide warmth
- YKK® VISLON® centre front zip with insulated zip baffle and fleece-lined chin guard
- 2 YKK® concealed zipped hand pockets
- YKK® zipped inner security chest pocket
- Integrated storage pocket with clip-in loop
- Elasticated armholes for warmth and comfort
- Dual-sided rear hem adjustment with anti-snag tether
- Fit: Regular