The fabric has a slight rustle but moves well and is very comfortable with good movement in the arms and good visibility when wearing the hood which adjusts well. It’s plenty big enough, definitely a generous rather than athletic cut. Not cheap but provides good value as it can be used in all but the worst weather and should last well.

We liked the generous pit-zips and the outer material, which feels really durable. The Torrentshell is flattering, too, and available in attractive colours. Plus, Patagonia’s ethical credentials are some of the best in the business, and its manufacturing process has a minimal environmental impact. Our only negative was the hood, which feels a bit too boxy and roomy. Available in 4 colours and 7 Men’s sizes (XS – 3XL) and 4 colours and 7 Women’s sizes (8 – 20) Highlander Munro Key specs – Waterproofing: Durable water repellent (10,000mm); Main material: Polyamide; Weight: 317g (men’s) 281g (women’s)Key specs – Waterproofing: Durable Water Repellent (25,000mm); Main material: Nylon; Weight: 400g (women’s) 464g (men’s) Recycled GORE-TEX PACLITE® Plus 2.5-Layer construction waterproof technology (98gsm) HH: 28,000mm/RET: <9

Available in 6 Men’s sizes (XS – XXL) and 6 Women’s sizes (XXS – XL) 4 colours for both. Sprayway Reaction Key specs – Waterproofing: H2No Performance Standard (20,000mm); Main material: Nylon ripstop; Weight: 354g Updated for this season with a recycled outer fabric, the Kangri GTX is a robust and reliable hard shell built with 70D 3-Layer GORE-TEX. Designed with the avid all-weather adventurer in mind, the Kangri GTX is ideal for hillwalking, hiking, trekking and mountain scrambles. I preferred my Berghaus Changste, with its tight, athletic fit, for lighter and faster hikes, but when the heavens really opened I often reached for the Rab Kangri. It was the durable, hard-wearing and high-performing waterproof I needed for such tough conditions.Available in 7 colours and 5 Men’s sizes (S – XXL) and 1 colour and 6 Women’s sizes (8 – 18) Patagonia Granite Crest

Rab's Slim Fit garments are designed to be worn closer to the body or over layers such as base-layers and light mid-layers. Close fitting for maximum performance when moving dynamically. Designed to be versatile Rab's Regular Fit garments are not closely fitted therefore they are suitable for cross-seasonal use and multi-layering. Garments are contoured with room for movement. Chest - Measure horizontally across the widest part of your chest and double it to get your full chest size Updated for this season with a recycled outer fabric, the Kangri GTX is a robust and reliable hardshell built with 70D 3-Layer GORE-TEX. Designed with the avid all-weather adventurer in mind, the Kangri GTX is ideal for hillwalking, hiking, trekking and mountain scrambles. Windproof and breathable, the Kangri GTX will keep you dry in the most severe downpours and provide protection from howling winds. Additional ventilation via deep, two-way pit zips allows for effective temperature regulation in demanding terrain. An elasticated hem and drawcord waist allow you to adjust the fit and seal in the heat when the temperature plummets.

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