The issue with those videos is that it's subjective; there isn't necessarily a top 5. For example, my personal choice of hardshell is an Arc'teryx Beta AR, but Ben doesn't get along with the collar. I'd class that as my no.1, but he'd probably stick it further down the list. Harry
@@trekitt that's where you could use your collective knowledge to your advantage and have a points system. You could each give your top 5/10 and those that are named most often make the cut. This could be done as an all encompassing video or a 'best of [year]' series. Just a thought. Not looking to tell professionals how to do their job, especially as you're doing a fantastic job already.
@@MK-px3re I think the main issue is that there's a conflict of interest. Trekkit sells outdoor gear, so they are incentivized to only say good things about them. Ranking them would put some of those products down. You need an unbiased party in order to rank them.
Does it have reinforcements to protect the material from the stress caused by the shoulder and waist belts? If not, what jacket would you recommend? I am planning to use it for a week long trek through the Highlands. Thank you
It doesn't, the entire jacket uses the same 75D fabric, which is pretty tough stuff. I can't imagine you'd have an issue with rucksack straps. The Mountain Equipment Lhotse is an option that does though: www.trekitt.co.uk/clothing/jackets/mountain-equipment-mens-lhotse-jacket-imperial-redcrimson__40477
Is it lined? On the lookout for a new waterproof jacket but hate crispy feeling jackets with no liner. Just sold my Mountain Equipment Lhotse because I just couldn't get on with the stiff, plasticy feel. If this one isn't lined, is there something you'd recommend? Or even an unlined jacket that has a softer feel? Cheers
hello, please tell me. If we compare with this model and the Astral gtx model, which model is better? I know that they have a difference in the layers of the membrane, but the astral has additional ventilation.
It largely depends on how often you use the jacket. If you use it everyday, it'll need doing once a month; if you only use it at the weekends, maybe once every 6 months would suffice. Harry
I'm in the market for a jacket which I want use mainly for mountain biking (every week, any time of year) and skiing (2 or 3 weeks every year). If it can be worn for commuting and hiking it would be the perfect product. Do you think this is the jacket for me? Would it be a better fit than the Revolution Race Cyclone Rescue Jacket 2.0 for my purposes?
I'm not familiar with the latter jacket mentioned, but I personally wouldn't use the Roc for biking; it'll be overkill. For skiing/hiking/everyday use it'll work well to keep you dry. I would opt for something lighter and more packable for MTB use.
I used it in the Lake District this January and it felt the same as most Gore-Tex jackets, so reasonably breathable. I never felt the need to open pit zips, but I'm not a hugely sweaty person. Harry
Why 98% of all jackets especiallly in UK are short ,,,saving money on material !?! So "super waterproof" jacket with wet ass. No pit zipps , storm flap back of the zip - hmmm.
I can't see it being an issue for snowshoeing. It's a medium weight; not super thick like an alpine climbing jacket but not anywhere near as thin as a trail running jacket. Harry
@@trekitt yeah.. it doesn’t have snow skirt and gaters too but the material itself, is it good enough to keep from me from the snow (not the temp but liquid)
