This is in the sale as it is the 2014 winter model. The Bergelmir from Jottnar is a streamlined, uncluttered and beautifully designed mountain shell. Made using the finest fabrics and totally uncompromising in its pursuit of ultimate performance. Polartec stretch NeoShell delivers total waterproofing, true breathable performance and unrestricted movement. This really is a shell that you can put on, and keep on throughout the day no matter what the weather throws at you. Think of it as a lightweight waterproof stretchy softshell. The first thing we noticed when we put on the Bergelmir is how quiet the fabric is compared to Gore-Tex Pro jackets, you can put up the hood, rotate your head and still hear what's going on, perfect for climbing when you need to hear your partner.
While we are on the subject of hoods, the one on the Bergelmir is just about perfect. Now I have been accused of being a bit of a hood pedant, but I can't stand overly massive hoods that don't fit your head and flop around your eyes. The Bergelmir hood is fully helmet compatible yet still fits snugly when lidless, it has a wired and stiffened peak that keeps its shape and offers superb visibility. If you are not using the hood, but still have the zip fully up there is good face protection from the high neck line and all adjuster cords are routed internally to avoid whipping you in the face. Pockets are set high on the chest to avoid interfering with a harness and are big enough to take a folded OS map. A laminated internal pocket securely holds a phone or GPS.
And that's about it as far as features go, pretty much everything you need and nothing you don't. But what really sets the Bergelmir apart from the crowds is the sublime attention to detail and the fantastic fit, close and snug around the hips yet with plenty of maneuverability through the shoulders and arms. This jacket has been made with a strict end users design brief and definitely not to fill a marketing slot!
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Polartec stretch NeoShell fabric
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Waterproof and highly breathable
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Athletic, streamlined, articulated cut
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Scooped cuffs
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Scooped drop-back hem
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Embroidered logo
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YKK Aquaguard VISLON water repellent front zipper with internal storm gasket
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YKK Aquaguard coil water repellent chest pocket zippers
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Helmet compatible hood
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Wire stiffened hood brim with fully mouldable peak
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Harness compatible chest pockets
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OS map compatible pockets
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Internal neck guard
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Beard guard
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Internally protected hood pull cords
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Internal wallet/phone pocket
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Corded, glove compatible zipper pulls
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One-handed, elastic hem drawcord operation
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.