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The ridge is exposed, and the wind has teeth, but the trailhead is still two hours behind, and the summit is close enough to commit to. Conditions like that call for a layer that does not flinch, and the Mammut Ultimate VIII SO Jacket has been answering that call for twenty-five years. Now in its eighth edition, it brings the kind of refined confidence that only comes from decades of real-world feedback and honest iteration. At the heart of the jacket is a 3-layer GORE WINDSTOPPER construction built with a PFC-free ePE membrane, blocking wind completely while maintaining enough breathability to keep pace with high-output efforts. Pit zips open fast when the climb heats up, thumb loops seal warmth in at the wrists when the air turns cold, and a 2-way front zipper gives quick access without letting the weather in. The face fabric and backing are both made from recycled polyester, and an easy-repair adjustable hem drawstring reflects a design philosophy built around longevity rather than replacement. This is a jacket made to go everywhere and outlast everything.
- Softshell jacket for hiking, trekking and mountaineering
- 3-layer GORE WINDSTOPPER blocks wind completely in any conditions
- PFC-free ePE membrane keeps weather protection environmentally sound
- Pit zips open fast to dump heat on hard uphill efforts
- Thumb loops seal warmth in at the wrist when temps drop
- 2-way front zipper allows quick access without losing coverage
- Storm flap behind zipper adds a second line of defense
- Made with recycled polyester face fabric and backing throughout
- Item #11596279
- Core Product ID 33333BEFHD
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