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First test: Mammut Gipfelgrat jacket

£395.00

There was a time when walkers just bought a ‘coat’. In due course you could purchase a ‘waterproof’. And then these became known as ‘hard shells’, while their non-waterproof counterparts were called ‘soft shells’. But if you have not quite got the hang of all the latest outdoor jargon, don’t worry, as now ‘soft shells’ are also called ‘waterproof jackets’ ...

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 5
  • Owners' rating rating is 0
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Mammut Albaron /Adamello 2011

£360.00

At 448g (men’s L) the Mammut Albaron /Adamello is the lightest jacket in our test, and while it is certainly trimmed down to make that weight it still has some great features. It is made from Gore-Tex Pro Shell, as are many other jackets, but this feels like a thinner and therefore lighter version. To maintain durability you get reinforcement ...

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 3
  • Owners' rating rating is 0
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Mammut Chalten 2010

£350.00

The Mammut Chalten uses C-Change fabric, which gets more breathable as it gets warmer; two chest pockets; pit zips; extremely durable fabric; zip-out snowskirt; excellent hood movement. But 850g (size L); breathability does not start to improve until 18 deg C; mesh pockets are not waterproof; pockets are Napoleon style so are of limited use; hood peak needs better stiffening.

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 3
  • Owners' rating rating is 0
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Mammut Extreme Jannu 2008

£400.00

The Mammut Extreme Jannu winter jacket’s extremely waterproof and extremely breathable Schoeller C Change fabric breathes better in warmer weather and retains heat better in cooler temps: two Napoleon chest pockets; long side/pit vents; excellent hood movement and fit. But 998g (size L) is heavy; extremely pricy; dedicated Alpinist‘s jacket, not winter walkers’ jacket; soft hood peak; pockets no use ...

  • LFTO.com rating rating is 3
  • Owners' rating rating is 0

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