![]() The Uberlayer Hooded Jacket served its purpose last year, proving to be a great all-year-round jacket, super comfortable and versatile. This layer has proven itself in cold weather and my body doesn’t overheat when I’m wearing it and on the go. The outer shell is tough, which means that it will hold its own against abrasion. Polartec insulation helps to regulate body temperature. ![]() The stretchy shell gives this piece great overall mobility for people who like to be active in colder temps, which is a fantastic feature for climbers. Be sure to size appropriately though, as this hoody has a trim athletic fit. ![]() Whether swinging ice tools or placing a cam, the mobility is great. I love the way that it shapes my body, and I especially love the way that it feels when I’m reaching my arms above my head. The material consists of 100% nylon 30D stretch woven shell + 100% polyester stretch mesh lining + Polartec® Alpha Insulation. The inner is soft while the outer has top-notch water-repelling ability. It’s the perfect mid-layer but works well as a stand-alone piece as well. Here’s why: This layer is well-constructed high-tech hoody that works great for all of my winter activities. Last year, I wore the Uberlayer Hooded Jacket by Outdoor Research and it became a fast favorite. Especially during this most recent cold snap, these two were key in keeping me warm and smiling in addition to moving fast.I don’t often have a new favorite piece of gear I have a piece that I really like or one that I dislike, and reasons why. A great piece for ice climbing or ski touring as it pushes any moister through to the outside and I’m pretty sure it would pack small if I ever did take it off.īayard Russell: Ascendant Hoody & Deviator Hoody, “Whether I’m headed out to guide or out for a personal day of climbing, the Ascendant & Deviator Hoody’s are two pieces I always grab. I wear it as my outer layer when I’m moving at a moderate pace and I’m happy to have it as insulation under a hard or soft shell on cold climbing days. It’s comfort through the range of temperatures is remarkable. Peter Doucette: Ascendant Hoody, “I’ve been practically living in my Ascendent jacket this fall and winter. I rarely leave home without these in my layering system! Throw them on over a pair of long underwear, top it off with the cirque pant and you’re ready for the coldest of ice climbing days. The Uberlayer is a jacket that I wear every time I go climbing climbing and just hanging out.”Īlexa Siegel: Radiant Tights, “The Radiant tights are the perfect mid weight layer to keep your legs and the rest of you warm. Matt McCormick: Ascendant Hoody & Uberlayer Jacket, “The Ascendant Hoody is a great active insulation piece which breathes well and also keeps you warm while belaying. I used both the jacket and pants exclusively on my recent ice climbing trip to the Canadian Rockies and stayed so comfortable.” Get one!”īryan Gilmore: AlpineIce Jacket & Pants, ” My favorite piece (or pieces) is the Alpenice Pants and Jacket this stuff rules for cold days ice climbing. I basically haven’t taken it off since October. It’s so soft and comfortable and can be worn as a layer or on it’s own because it’s durable and breathable. ![]() The Deviator Hoody, Uberlayer Jacket, Radiant Tights & AlpineIce Pants and Jacket all go strong votes as well! Check out what each athlete said is their go to piece(s) this winter!Įmilie Drinkwater: Women’s Ascendant Hoody, “My favorite piece right now is definitely the Ascendant Hoody. You know, the piece you can’t leave home without and is probably really stinky from you wearing it all too much! Surprisingly enough FOUR, yes four out of the 6 OR athletes wrote us back and told us the Ascendant Hoody was one of their favorites. Hey there gear junkies! Are you still looking to refine your ice climbing kit or what your layering system is? We thought we would ask the Outdoor Research athletes that are coming to guide, what pieces are their “must haves” this winter.
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