Materials

The Downpour is Rab’s first ever mono-polymer jacket, using recycled 2.5-layer Pertex Revolve fabric for both its inner and outer membrane. This means that at the end of its life, it can be fully recycled again, making it an environmentally conscious choice. Unlike some of their rivals, Rab are already using fluorocarbon-free DWR to treat the fabric, bestowing it with its waterproof qualities. Testing has awarded the Downpour a hydrostatic head rating of 20,000mm, meaning it can withstand all but the worst deluges.

Features

As previously mentioned, the hood is non-helmet compatible but has adjustment points in the front and rear, allowing you to tailor it closely to your bonce when it’s blowing a hoolie. The flexible polymer peak works in tandem with this, keeping the wind and rain out of your face.

“The Downpour is Rab’s first ever mono-polymer jacket, using recycled 2.5-layer Pertex Revolve fabric”

The front is zippered up its length, with a button fastening on the brushed tricot chin guard. Handy zippered handwarmer pockets are large enough to stash a map, as well as being ideal for gloves and other essentials. When things get stuffy on the ascent, you can open up the pit zips for added ventilation. All the zippers are protected by a storm guard flap, enhancing the jacket’s ability to fend off the elements. Fully adjustable cuffs are secured with Velcro, giving you the option to loosen when donning gloves. Its regular fit means that there’s enough space for your layering system but it’s versatile enough to still look good over a base layer on those muggy, wet summer days.