AW26 version:
The Mountain Equipment Makalu Men's Jacket is a top choice for year-round mountaineers, climbers and hikers, offering a perfect balance of comfort, durability and weather protection. Made from 70-denier breathable GORE-TEX ePE fabric with a new Nylon face fabric and backer, this jacket stands up to rugged mountain conditions, heavy packs and severe weather, all while being supple enough for all-day wear and easy packability.
The fully adjustable, helmet-compatible Mountain HC Hood, combined with the Women’s Alpine Fit and pre-shaped sleeves, ensures a secure fit that minimizes excess fabric and allows for dynamic movement. Adjustable hem drawcords, laminated cuffs, and large pit zips provide temperature regulation and moisture management during strenuous activity, making it ideal for high-mileage days in unpredictable conditions.
Designed for serious mountain use, the Makalu Jacket features 3-layer GORE-TEX construction, waterproof pocketing, and strategic seam taping to keep you dry. Its robust design includes bar tack reinforcements, a laminated and wired visor and a rollaway hood tab for maximum versatility. The new Polyamide (Nylon) face fabric is 100% Global Recycled Standard certified recycled and provides improved durability and helps retain DWR efficacy for longer between washes.
Ideal for:
Mountaineering
Mountain Walking
Trekking
Features:
GORE-TEX ePE Membrane: Durable, breathable, and FC-free DWR
Mountain HC Hood: Fully adjustable, helmet-compatible with a wired visor
Women’s Alpine Fit: Articulated sleeves for unrestricted movement
Temperature Control: 2-way YKK® AquaGuard® pit zips and YKK® AquaGuard® Vislon® centre front zip
Weather-resistant Pockets: 3 YKK® WR zips pockets with drain holes and a laser-cut inner pocket
Adjustable Hem & Cuffs: Laminated cuffs and dual-tether drawcords for a snug fit
Weight: 520g
AW25 version:
The Mountain Equipment Makalu Men’s Jacket provides rugged, all-weather protection for mountaineers and demanding hillwalkers. Constructed from tough 75D 3-layer GORE-TEX ePE, it offers long-lasting waterproof performance, reliable breathability, and all-day comfort even in relentless rain. The fully adjustable Mountain HC Hood features a wired visor for visibility in high winds, while the Alpine Fit with articulated sleeves ensures unhindered movement for climbing, scrambling, or handling gear. Large pit zips allow fast temperature regulation, and laminated cuffs with a dual-tether hem drawcord seal out driving rain. Weatherproof pocketing and 13mm taped seams further enhance storm protection, making the Makalu a versatile and dependable shell for year-round mountain use.
Ideal For:
Mountaineering
Mountain walking
Trekking
Features:
GORE-TEX ePE membrane: Durable, breathable and environmentally responsible
3-layer construction: Hard-wearing 75D face fabric with 50D reinforcement
Mountain HC Hood: Fully adjustable, helmet-compatible with a wired visor
Alpine Fit: Articulated, pre-shaped sleeves for unrestricted movement
Ample storage: Two large hand pockets, Napoleon chest pocket, and a laser-cut inner pocket
Advanced ventilation: 2-way YKK® Aquaguard® front zip and pit zips
Secure sealing: Laminated cuffs and dual-tether hem drawcords
Specifications:
Construction: GORE-TEX Rain Test Certified, 13mm taped seams, internal storm guard, bonded hanging loop
Materials: 3-layer GORE-TEX with 75D/50D polyester face, ePE membrane, solution-dyed tricot backer
Hood: Laminated design with wired visor, internal adjusters, rollaway tab
Sleeves: Pre-shaped and articulated with bar tack reinforcement, Velcro cuff tabs
Zips: YKK® Aquaguard® with non-locking sliders
Performance:
Hydrostatic Head: 28,000 mm
Breathability: RET 9 m²Pa/W
Weight: 550 g / 1 lb 3.4 oz
