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The Mountain Equipment Frostline Down Jacket offers an impressive warmth-to-weight ratio, making it ideal for mountain activities. Key features include a weather-resistant shell, 700-fill power-down insulation, an adjustable hood, multiple pockets, and packability.

Mountain Equipment says: 

An ultralight duvet with a weather-resistant shell for alpinists and trekkers needing extra warmth and a tiny pack size.

A minimalist, low bulk down jacket that provides essential extra insulation on fast moving days. DRILITE® LOFT shell fabric gives impressive weather resistance for added peace of mind in exposed situations and a protective hood extends the Frostline’s range further still.

Our Verdict

The Mountain Equipment Frostline Down Jacket is a lightweight yet robust insulation layer for alpinists and trekkers. It offers an impressive warmth-to-weight ratio at just 353g (UK12), making it ideal for fast-moving mountain activities.

Key features include a weather-resistant DRILITE® LOFT shell, which provides wind and water protection without compromising breathability. The 700-fill power-down insulation offers excellent warmth for its weight.

The jacket’s versatility shines through its adjustable hood, multiple pockets, and the ability to pack into its pocket for easy storage. The two-way YKK® front zip adds convenience for harness compatibility.

The use of 100% recycled materials for outer and inner fabrics is particularly noteworthy, appealing to environmentally conscious users. The FC-free DWR treatment further enhances its eco-credentials.

While the stitched-through construction may not be as warm as box-wall designs in extreme conditions, it contributes to the jacket’s low bulk and packability.

– Reviewed by Ultralight Outdoor Gear

Features

• Stitched-through baffle construction throughout
• Adjustable Elastane bound Mountain HC Hood
• 2-way YKK® moulded centre front zip
• 2 zipped hand warmer pockets
• Napoleon chest pocket
• Elastane bound cuffs and adjustable dual tether hem drawcords
• Packs into hand pocket with twin karabiner carry loops

Specifications

• XSmall (UK 08) weighs: 321g
• Small (UK 10) weighs: 336g
• Medium (UK 12) weighs: 353g
• Large (UK 14) weighs: 379g

Material & Construction

• 100% recycled DRILITE® LOFT 20D outer fabric with FC free DWR; totally windproof and highly water resistant
• 108g (Size 12) of Pure Down with a minimum content of 90/10 700 fill power
• Fabric: 20D x 20D + 40D
• Content: 100% Recycled Polyamide outer; 100% Recycled Polyamide inner; Down fill

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