Before we go any further we're going to shorten the name of the SALEWA Agner Engineered Cordura Softhell Jacket to ' Agner', as we think we'd all agree that its official title is a little on the wordy side. The YKK Vislon main zip is one of the chunkier and more durable on test (albeit not quite as big as the Squall's). LD Mountain Centre does not accept responsibility for items being delayed through customs/ security checks or adverse weather conditions. Our team are working extended hours to get through this as quickly as possible, we ask you to be patient during this busy time. Overall, size-wise we would say it's at the larger end of the scale, so if you're somewhere between medium and large, for instance, then it's likely medium would be a good bet.

The Ferrosi has been a popular piece amongst our test team, with a good long body, an excellent active cut, and coming in at a good weight too; furthermore, considering its light weight it still packs a punch when it comes to heavyweight wind. Montane has become synonymous with lightweight and breathable clothing and equipment not only for outdoor sports. Despite being long in the body and arms, the tailoring in the Morphosis is a little restrictive when the arms are raised, and if you're climbing in it then the hem readily pulls out from under your harness. There's just about room to wear this over a helmet, though head movement is a little restricted when the main zip is fully fastened. The brief: Light softshell jackets with an active cut for climbing and hillwalking in less extreme conditions.

Lightweight softshells are a summer staple, keeping out the breeze, shrugging off light showers and providing a little warmth if the temperature drops.

That said, despite the issues around the forearm/elbow there is barely any hem lift when raising your arms above your head, which goes to show what can be done when the jacket is cut with that in mind. Made from a super stretchy weather resistant fabric this Fast Climb Jacket feels super comfortable next to your skin when you're making those high reach dynamic moves but has tough Kevlar fabric across the forearm for protection against the rock. At only 329g (size L) the Squall is one of the lightest softshells in this review, perfectly meeting our seasonal brief.

Great for hillwalking and all-round outdoor use, but when it comes to climbing the cut lets this one down a little.

Zoned gridded fleece leaves the under-arms and side panels uninsulated, letting you dump heat when working hard without losing wind protection. Coming well below the waist, the hem length offers a bit more midriff protection than the shorter jackets on test. Head movement is unrestricted; the lightly reinforced brim offers just enough structure to resist flapping madly in the wind; and the collar comes up high to provide maximum protection for the neck and chin. Many other manufacturers seem to have spurned this ability, due we suppose to the belief that layers such as this are designed to be worn (i. It's rugged for its weight then - and it's also stretchy, with a blend of 7% elastane and 93% nylon.INSIDE LEG: Measure from the top of your inner leg, along the inside seam to the bottom of your leg. We may be able to arrange for a repair to be carried out at your cost, so please contact us for further details if you would like to use this service.

However, features are secondary compared to fit and this is where the Dyno Stretch really is lacking, with a lot of lift as you raise your hands above your head. The Dyno Stretch is a favourite among our reviewers when it comes to burly fabric, being perfect for a wide range of rugged activities in cooler and more challenging conditions.Using a tough, stretchy, weather resistant outer fabric with a warm brushed lining, the Dyno XT provides reliable warmth and protection during winter activities. Cleverly, all pockets have been placed above where a rucksack hipbelt or climbing harness would sit, meaning you can still access your kit 100% of the time.