Xenair Alpine Light Jacket - Men's
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Why We Like The Rab Xenair Alpine Light Jacket
When our day in the mountains involved burst of high output movement and then periods of waiting to do it again, we rock the Rab Xenair Alpine Light Jacket. This lightweight insulator layers well under a shell for winter missions thanks to the lofty Primaloft Gold Insulation Active+ and thrives as a standalone piece in the fall months due to the resilient Pertex Quantum Air nylon face fabric. Toss in how it considers nature with every seam, and boasts an under helmet hood that really fights off chill, and we have a jacket we can trust in the alpine.
Details
- Insulated layer designed for high output in the high alpine
- Nylon Pertex face fabric offers best in class durability
- Primaloft synthetic insulation traps heat, remains packable
- Full-length front zipper makes for quick and easy on and off
- Under helmet hood traps heat and blocks off ice cold winds
- Rear hem adjustment locks in your ideal fit and feel
- Articulated sleeves encourage climbing and scrambling
- Item #RABZ0RM
- Material
- [face fabric] Pertex Quantum Air (20D 100% nylon), DWR coating, [lining] Atmos ripstop (20D 100% recycled nylon)
- Insulation
- PrimaLoft Gold Active+ (55% recycled synthetic)
- Fit
- regular
- Length
- hip
- Center Back Length
- 28in
- Hood
- fixed
- Pockets
- 2 zippered hand
- Venting
- full-length front zipper
- Claimed Weight
- 10.3oz (292g)
- Activity
- casual, hiking, climbing, skiing, snowboarding
- Manufacturer Warranty
- lifetime
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Overall Rating
5 based on 1 ratings
Review Summary
Fits True To Size
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Selecting an option will reload the available reviews on the pageApril 19, 2024
Great versatility
- Familiarity:
- I've put it through the wringer
- Size Bought:
- Medium
- Height:
- 5' 11"
- Weight:
- 168
This has been a really good piece that I find myself using for multiple sports. Over the Utah winter i used it as a mid-layer under a shell for resort skiing and backcountry skiing when the weather was harsh. Much better than my light down puffy - the synthetic fill a better choice IMO when there is any chance of moisture build-up. Also wore as outer layer (the slick lining make this easy) on the skin track over a softshell before I got warmed up. The pertex shell worked great against wind and snow flurries, breathes well, and no tree snags so far. Very packable and *almost* as light as my down puffy, but the shell fabric is more robust. This spring, I have worn it mountain-biking on cold Moab mornings, and on the approach to the crag. I dont think it is all that warm, but has a perfect amount of insulation/weight for any aerobic activities unless you are somewhere super cold. This is exactly what Rab designed it for and I think they nailed it. For alpine climbing this summer, not sure, but I think this may be in my pack over more more lightweight down piece, the improved weatherproofness and resistance to moisture simply make it more functional. The under-the-helmet hood is simple and functional. One internal pocket is nice for phone. Cuffs are simple but a touch tight to get over gloves, but not a huge deal. The black colour also looks quite stylish and I find myself wearing around town a lot. I will likely also use it travelling quite a bit given its styling and packability. Fit-wise I am 5'11, 168lbs, slim build and medium is perfect, trim fit. Nice work Rab!
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