Mountain Equipments Echo jacket is an extremely breathable, stretchy, durable and lightweight softshell jacket, designed to offer protection and comfort all year round.
Constructed entirely from Mountain Equipment's Exolite 125 fabric, the Echo will stretch into just about any position you happen to get yourself into up the mountains, providing a comfortable and unrestrictive experience. A DWR coating on the outer of the fabric helps to repel rain and wind, making the jacket a lot more weather resistant than a standard fleece. Unlike a fully waterproof shell jacket, the Echo isn't fully waterproof. The reason for this is breathability; a waterproof jacket will contain a membrane which will limit the amount of sweat that can escape. A softshell is far more breathable as there is no membrane, making it much better suited towards higher paced activities and long mountain days as more sweat can escape.
The Echo features M.E's active fit, a slim yet unrestrictive fit designed to limit the amount of excess fabric available, yet still allow you to layer underneath and carry out the usual mountain activity. Articulated and pre-shaped sleeves further improve the fit and stop the sleeves rising up during movement.
Two hand pockets and one napoleon chest pocket provide useful storage space for bits and bobs that don't require a pack such as a phone, keys or GPS. Mountain Equipment have fitted the Echo jacket with a reliable YKK moulded centre front zip that will provide years of service even in freezing conditions. Two elasticated cuffs further protect you from the wind and rocks, while dual tether hem drawcords improve the fit.
This lightweight jacket is the perfect choice for all year round mountain days and alpine ridges. It'll protect you from rain, wind and snow while maintaining an excellent fit that we know Mountain Equipment do so well.
*Please note that this jacket does not have a two-way zip, M.E are yet to supply us with the updated pictures.*
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EXOLITE 125 stretch double weave soft shell fabric
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Active fit with articulated and pre-shaped sleeves
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Over-locked and topstitched construction throughout
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YKK moulded centre front zip
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2 zipped hand pockets and one chest pocket
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Elasticated cuffs and dual tether hem drawcords