What is the Roc GTX Jacket?
The Roc GTX is a waterproof Gore-Tex jacket suitable for virtually any outdoor activity. It's tough enough for mountaineering yet comfortable and breathable enough for trekking and backpacking, making it a brilliant all-rounder.
What is it made of?
Providing total waterproof and windproof protection is a Gore-Tex membrane. Gore-Tex features millions of little holes which are so small that water droplets can't pass through, but large enough that water vapour (sweat) can; this makes the jacket both protective and breathable. Protecting this membrane is a fully recycled 75D polyester with a durable water repellent coating.
What are its features?
Starting at the top, the Roc features a helmet-compatible hood for all your mountain adventures, however, this hood can be compressed down to 'head size' when not wearing a helmet. Two mid-mounted hand pockets provide storage for the majority of your paraphernalia and sit high enough that you're still able to wear a climbing harness or rucksack hipbelt without impeding the zips. A brushed chin guard stops the jacket from rubbing in extremely cold conditions and an adjustable hem keeps the jacket snug around your waist.
- Waterproof and windproof
- Recycled outer fabric
- Gore-Tex membrane
- Two mid-mounted pockets
- Brushed chin guard
- Velcro cuffs
- Articulated sleeves
- Adjustable hem
Care and maintenance
To keep your outdoor clothing and equipment in tip top condition and performing to its maximum we recommend the use of Nikwax products. We have been using Nikwax products since day one (26th March 1986) and have found them to be totally reliable, dependable and effective. Today’s Nikwax treatments contain environmentally friendly elastic water-repellent polymers that bond to fabric fibres, leaving the spaces between open and breathable. These stretchy polymers are able to stretch and move with the fabric so they stay put for longer and work better.
Nikwax treatments will not change the look or feel of the fabric and they are all water based, environmentally safe, non-flammable and contain no nasty Fluorocarbons. Nikwax products can be used to clean, re-proof and revitalise all your outdoor technical clothing and equipment.
Waterproof breathable clothing has a durable water-repellent (DWR) finish applied to the face fabric during the manufacturing process. The DWR forces water to bead up and roll off the surface therefore preventing the fabric from absorbing moisture. If the outside of your jacket is soaked in a layer of cold water, the warm damp air within can’t escape and will condense on the inside. This makes the jacket feel cold clammy and can make you think that it’s leaking. The DWR finish is not permanent and needs to be maintained and revitalised to optimise performance.
This three layer waterproof jacket should be cleaned regularly with Nikwax Tech Wash; I wash my jacket about once a month, or more often if it gets really filthy. Regular washing with Tech Wash will maintain the DWR for longer and remove salts and oils that can contaminate the fabric, and it will keep your lovely jacket clean and smelling fresh. Washing can be done in a machine according to the manufacturers care guidelines (on the internal label). First clean out any detergent and conditioner residue from the machine dispenser and then add the required amount of Tech Wash and away you go. Hand washing is also suitable but be sure to rinse the garment well.
When you notice that rain/water is no longer beading up and rolling off it’s time to re-proof. Nikwax TX Direct will re-instate a long lasting DWR to completely rejuvenate your jacket. Re-proofing can also be done in the machine once a garment has been washed. Just add the TX-Direct and use the same programme you used for washing. You can also use the spray-on product on a damp garment that has just been washed.
You wouldn’t buy a Ferrari and never have it serviced, so make sure you regularly wash and re-proof your quality kit.