Softshell

The Dynamo give you a lightweight, protective pair of wind pants that you can keep in your pack for changing weather conditions and emergencies without losing space or carrying much extra weight.   Montbell says:  Delivers protection from c…

A super light and packable wind shell that offers breathable instant wind protection. Montbell says:  Delivers protection from cold wind and light rain in a lightweight stretchy form, enhancing the versatility of your traillayering system. Our.…

An incredibly light double woven wind shell that provides essential windproof protection for mountain rock routes and stripped back Alpine sprints. Mountain Equipment says An incredibly light double woven Soft Shell that provides essential windproof…

A very minimalistic, lightweight wind shell with an impressive DWR that helps keep light rain and wind out. Montbell says:  Delivers protection from cold wind and light rain in a lightweight stretchy form, enhancing the versatility of your...

The Breeze is a lightweight softshell that is perfect for changeable conditions. Infinitely more breathable than a waterproof but still providing significant protection from the wind and rain, the softshell is a great piece of kit.  OMM says: Ho…

(Unfortunately, we are unable to ship MontBell products outside of the UK) The Cross Runner offers a soft, stretchy jacket with freedom of movement for faced paced activities. A wind blocking front and breathable back make for an excellent jacket...

A super light and highly packable soft shell vest, that has a high levels of wind resistance with rapid moisture transfer.   Mountain Equipment says:  EXOLITE 125 stretch double weave fabric combines high levels of wind resistance with rapi…

Lightweight, breathable and strechy the Comici Pant have been updated for this season. With the same durable soft shell material they are versatile enough for anything from rock climbing to hiking.  Mountain Equipment says Light, stretchy Soft S…

A versatile softshell vest that strikes a good balance between protection and breathability. Mountain Equipment says: A highly breathable Soft Shell vest that's an essential layer whether used on intimidating limestone walls or multi-day alpine treks…

The Rab Borealis Jacket is a lightweight, wind resistant and packable jacket with excellent breathability. Offers great fit, comfort and protection when you're on the move.  Rab says: Inspired by backcountry skiing in the likes of Lake Tahoe …

Providing the stretch and comfort of a softshell with the protection of a hardshell. The perfect all-day pant with a refined fit offering true multi-activity put-on-keep-on performance. Rab says: The Kinetic 2.0 Pant is great for changeable conditio…

For Alpine mountain use in warm temperatures the Ascendor Light Pant is engineered with a lightweight Matrix double weave and a slim fitting stretch waist band. This piece is well suited to summer climbing and long hot multi-pitch routes. Rab says:…

The Stormveil is the ideal layer for those looking for something to help keep them warm and dry during winter runs, but can also act as a good mid layer for hiking and climbing. Rab says:  A wind breaker for mountain running with body mapped...

The Travellers MT range uses a unique fabric for Fjallraven in the MT Eco. It is a blend of natural and synthetic fibres that provides a versatile, breathable vest that is well suited to warm conditions. Fjällräven says: Practical travel v…

A lightly insulated and highly breathable wind shell that offers some wet weather protection. Montbell says:  Wind and water resistant shell combined with the warm lining making this jacket extremely versatile. Can be used as a middle layer and …

We're working out what we think - we'll add our view here!  Mountain Equipment says:  A windproof and fast drying lightweight layer with added warmth for hiking and running in the high mountains. With a super light double weave Soft Shell..…

A lightweight softshell that provides excellent wind and weather protection in a comfortable, stretchy package. Mountain Equipment says: A lightweight and exceptionally breathable mountain softshell perfect for classic alpine ridges and distant pe…

The Arrow is a highly versatile soft shell that provides protection from the elements and a combination of warmth and breathability. Exceptionally comfortable, stretchy and great for a wide range of outdoor activities. Mountain Equipment says A...

The Rab Borealis Jacket is a lightweight, wind resistant and packable jacket with excellent breathability. Offers great fit, comfort and protection when you're on the move. Rab says The Borealis Jacket is made with lightweight and stretchy Matrix&tr…

The Squall is a lightweight hooded soft shell that provides excellent wind and weather protection for changeable conditions. The material is comfortable and stretchy so it works really well for a wide range of activities. Mountain Equipment says The…

Warm, stretchy and breathable like the Regulator fleece has always been, but with the added benefits of abrasion and weather resistance. This cool-weather crosslayer was designed for extended versatility in shifting mountain conditions. Patagonia...

The VR Alpine Light provides outstanding comfort in varied conditions and is designed to be worn all day in the mountains. Lighter and more versatile than ever using re-engineered Vapour-rise technology. Rab says:  Lightweight and protective...

The warmest piece in VR Summit Jacket is perfect for winter-based activities from skiing to ice climbing and winter mountaineering. A plush and comfortable internal lining adds warmth, and combined with the wind-resistant and breathable Pertex, this …

Versatile, all-season, Matrix™ softshell pants Rab says: Combining performance with a classic five pocket, jeans style, the Capstone AS pants are extremely versatile. Excelling outdoors but suitable for everyday wear, they are made from a...

The Haglofs Breccia Lite Pants are lightweight, breathable and stretchy softshell pants that offer a good amount of wind and water resistance. These versatile pants are ideal for a wide range of activities, such as hiking, cycling and climbing. …

A versatile mid-layer that offers the wind resistance of a hard shell, coupled with the moister wicking property of a fleece.  Exceptionally comfortable, stretchy and great for a wide range of outdoor activities. Mountain Equipment says:  T…

As a lighter weight revision of our best-selling model, the versatile Torque Mountain Pant is tailor-made for scrambles, hut-to-hut and multi-day mountain treks. Rab says: Built from double weave Matrix™ softshell fabric - a light, durable,...

For a lightweight, stretchy and breathable pants capable of tackling technical alpine terrain, the Altvia Alpine are a great choice. These pants have zoned durable panels and the feature set is ideal for use with technical equipment. Patagonia...

Outdoor Research's Hyak Pants excel at comfort and stretch and come with a full feature set. Ideal for chilly days out on the hills. Outdoor Research says: Midweight soft shells that provide warmth in cold conditions without hindering stretch and ea…

The Rab Torque pant is a closer fitting softshell pant with great wind blocking abilities and a few extra features that lends itself to a wide range of outdoor activities. The Torque pant has had a few design tweaks from it's last incarnation includi…

Warm, stretchy and breathable like our Regulator fleece, but with the added benefits of abrasion and weather resistance. This cool-weather crosslayer was designed for extended versatility in shifting mountain conditions.  Patagonia says Like an…

We're working out what we think - we'll add our view here!  Outdoor Research says:  Built multi-sport use, featuring stretchy 46% recycled fabric and Cordura® protection in high abrasion zones. Our Verdict We're working out what we th…

The stretch and comfort of a softshell with the protection of a hardshell. A combination of knitted and woven Proflex fabrics provide freedom of movement, stretch and protection for fast moving alpine ascents. Rab says: Our lightweight Kinetic Alpin…

Mammut Courmayeur SO Pants are high-quality, breathable, wind-repellent trousers with reinforced lower legs and seats to protect against abrasions. They have a precise, custom fit thanks to hook and loop adjustments around the waist. Mammut...

Cold weather hiking and scrambling pants, reinforced in high-wear areas, are super functional, well-fitting mountain trousers. Rab says:  Functional outdoor pants with reinforcement in high wear areas, for winter walking, scrambling and mountain…

Softshell tights that offer good protection in the cooler months without hindering your ability to move freely over any terrain. Mountain Equipment says A soft shell tight for hiking and fast-moving mountain sports in cool conditions. With full stret…

The perfect cold-weather crosslayer, Patagonia's R2 TechFace Jacket provides warmth and breathability with the added benefits of abrasion and weather resistance for extended versatility in shifting mountain conditions. Patagonia says:  The perf…

This versatile Matrix softshell jacket with reinforced hips, hood, and elbows offers excellent, mobility and breathability. Perfect for summer Alpine climbs, hiking, and scrambling. Rab says: This lightweight and durable softshell jacket made with..…

Warm, stretchy and breathable like the Regulator fleece, but with the added benefits of abrasion and weather resistance. This cool-weather crosslayer was designed for extended versatility in shifting mountain conditions.  Patagonia says:  …

A light, hard-wearing travelling jacket that’s good for warm-weather hikes, evening strolls and walks to the pub Fjallraven says:  Light, comfortable and packable jacket for hiking and travelling in warm climates – Abisko Hike Jacket…

Mountain Equipments Frontier Hooded Jacket is a soft shell for the windy sunny days, summer alpine sort of days. Excellent wind resistance and breathability and abrasion resistance make this a great mountain piece. Mountain Equipment says A highly..…

A Soft-shell fleece hybrid means you get a lot of versatility from this bit of kit . Montane says The Krypton Hoodie is constructed using unique GRANITE High-Loft in the core body, a breathable, stretchy softshell fabric with a high loft brushed inte…

The Skogso Jacket is a hard wearing jacket with a modern look, made from G-1000 Lite fabric with G-1000 Original fabric on the shoulders and hood for extra reinforcement. Features two vertical breast pockets and two side pockets for multiple storage.…

Mountain Equipment's Mission Pant are rugged, comfortable and fully featured winter softshell pants designed to cope with changing winter conditions. Mountain Equipment says Cutting-edge hybrid construction Soft Shell pants for the most intimidatin…

The Scimitar jacket is Rab's super tough and durable softshell that is idea jacket to take a lo0t of abuse but to keep on performing, making it a long lasting companion for anything you can throw at it.  Rab says:  Tough, durable Matrix&tra…

This tough but technical piece brings excellent performance and protection to a versatile jacket. The balance of hardwearing G-1000 with stretchy, breathable fabric panels is allows it to be used in a wide range of conditions and environments...

The Vidda Pro is possibly the toughest jacket in the range. It is a versatile, weather-resistant trekking jacket for demanding outdoor life, all year round. Fjällräven says: Versatile, weather-resistant trekking jacket for demanding outdoo…

The Fjällräven Keb Touring Jacket is a heavier weight, technical trekking jacket in robust four-way stretch fabric, perfect for winter ski touring or trekking. Fjällräven says: Winter’s best days are spent in unmarked terra…

Well-ventilated anorak in G-1000 with double layers of fabric over the shoulders. Zippers at the sides, spacious pockets and storm hood with detachable synthetic fur edging. Fjällräven says: Classic anorak in wind and water resistant G-100…