Mountain Equipment Squall Hooded Men's Jacket

The quintessential soft shell for climbers; lightweight, robust, and protective, it stands as the go-to garment for everything from soaring big walls to windswept sea cliffs.

Engineered for every climbing scenario, the Squall features a spacious helmet-compatible hood, an offset front zip, and a sleek, pared-down design with a single pocket. Its flexible double-weave EXOLITE fabric, combined with a refined Active fit, delivers the resilience and freedom of movement essential for tackling demanding routes on both rock and ice.

Features

Materials

• The lightweight EXOLITE soft shell fabric offers resistance to both wind and water while remaining durable and highly elastic.
• Crafted from EXOLITE 125 double-weave soft shell (125g m-2) and treated with a PFAS-free durable water repellent finish.

Patterning & Design

• The Active fit ensures unrestricted movement without excess bulk or fabric.
• Over-locked seams and topstitched detailing provide enhanced durability throughout.

Hood Configuration

• The Mountain Helmet Compatible Hood is designed to fit comfortably over a climbing helmet when needed.
• An offset centre front zip provides increased protection from the elements.

Pocket Configuration

• Includes a single zipped chest pocket ideal for carrying essentials.
• The jacket conveniently packs into its own chest pocket and features twin carabiner loops for easy attachment.

Centre Front Zip

• Equipped with a two-way YKK® offset moulded centre front zip for versatility and comfort.

Cuffs & Sleeves Configuration

• Features stitched and adjustable cuffs for a secure fit.
• Cuff pull tabs are reinforced with bar tacking for added strength.
• Articulated, pre-shaped sleeves enhance mobility during movement.

Waist & Hem Construction

• Comes with a stitched hem for durability.
• Dual tether drawcords at the hem allow for easy adjustment and a secure fit.

Further Features

• Thoughtfully designed and rigorously developed in the United Kingdom.
• Constructed for longevity and backed by the Product Lifetime Guarantee.
• Mountain Equipment proudly supports ethical manufacturing as a member of the Fair Wear Foundation.
  
  

Specifications

Technology

	Exolite EXOLITE is a series of durable double-weave stretch soft shell fabrics.
	Fair Wear Fair Wear ensures that the clothing is produced under high standards that promote ethical working conditions.