What is the Latok Alpine GTX Jacket?
It's a lightweight, stripped-back version of the Latok GTX Jacket that offers the perfect balance of weight, packability, comfort, and durability without sacrificing functionality or performance. It's ideal for fast-paced alpine adventures, lightweight mountain hikers and outdoor ice climbers looking for a lightweight, yet technical waterproof shell.
Rab has updated the Latok Alpine for this season, with the latest Gore-Tex Pro ePE technology and RECCO® for maximum shelter with added safety in challenging mountain environments.
What is it made from?
Rab has built the jacket from 40 denier 3-layer GORE-TEX Pro ePE for maximum protection from the elements, without the use of PFAS/ PFC chemicals.
The 3-layer construction comprises 40 denier face fabric made from recycled polyamide (nylon), GORE-TEX Pro ePE waterproof and windproof membrane and a smooth polyamide lining. The lightweight 40 denier outer offers the perfect balance of durability and packability, making it a highly versatile shell jacket ideal for more fast-paced mountain adventures.
GORE-TEX Pro ePE is the most rugged, durable and breathable membrane, designed to withstand abrasion in the toughest terrain. It offers maximum waterproof and windproof protection whilst still being extremely breathable. Thanks to its versatility, it's perfect for mountain use and will keep you comfortable in changeable environments whilst minimising the accumulation of sweat, keeping you cool during higher output activities. It features an exceptional Hydrostatic Head rating of 28,000mm to reliably shield you from wet weather in various challenging mountain environments.
This latest Gore-Tex® ePE technology is made using recycled fabrics and without the use of PFAS/PFC chemicals for a significantly reduced environmental impact. If you were wondering, PFAS/PFCs are per or poly-fluorinated chemicals, aka 'forever chemicals' that stay permanently in the environment and cause lasting damage to our ecosystems. This is why many companies are working towards a completely PFC-free future, and this latest membrane from Gore-Tex® is a big step forward for the brand
The jacket is finished with a PFC-Free DWR (durable water repellent) coating to encourage rain, snow and mud to bead off the jacket instead of soaking in, helping to keep the jacket's waterproof membrane clean, protected and in tip-top shape. To find out more about how to care for your waterproof jacket and why you should maintain the DWR, check out our YouTube video here.
What are its features?
Starting from the top, there's a helmet compatible hood with three-point adjustment allowing you to optimise the fit for maximum protection from the elements whether you're wearing a helmet or a beanie hat.
The sleeves are articulated for a more natural shape whilst offering improved freedom of movement and arm lift, perfect for climbing and scrambling up steep ascents. The cuffs are shaped and extended for added coverage across the hands and have a simple hook and loop adjustment system, allowing you to optimise the fit whilst wearing gloves or mitts.
The jacket features a two-way YKK® VISLON® AquaGuard® centre front zip with lower snap fastener to allow extra ventilation without entirely undoing the jacket, so it won't be flapping around all over the place. It's also handy on steep ascents, where you may need more freedom of movement around the hips and lower body. At the top of the centre zip is a fleece-lined chin guard, so when it's fastened all the way up, it feels smooth next to the skin to prevent any discomfort around the face.
For storage, you'll find three external pockets, one chest pocket and two hand pockets with wide openings for easy access to your essentials on the go. Each pocket has a YKK® Aquaguard zip, which is also waterproof to ensure none of your valuables get wet throughout the day.
At the bottom hem of the jacket, a dual-sided rear hem adjustment allows you to cinch the jacket to keep the wet weather out and trap warm air inside.
The jacket features Rab's regular fit to offer a little extra room to maximise freedom of movement and space for your own technical layering system underneath without feeling restricted.
Finally, Rab has added an integrated RECCO® reflector for added safety in challenging mountain environments, just in case. This passive transponder is searchable to professional rescue teams in the event of an avalanche or emergency on the mountain.
Features
- Helmet compatible TriPoint Hood with wind collar, crown and face adjustment, concealed internal cord locks and haptic, mitt friendly pullers
- 100% GORE-TEX Pro seam tape throughout
- 2-way YKK® VISLON® AquaGuard® centre front zip with lower snap fastener and fleece lined chin guard for comfort
- Sleeve articulation for freedom of movement and arm lift
- Extended cuffs with hook and loop adjustment for better fit
- Dual sided mitt friendly fully adjustable hem
- Integrated RECCO® Reflector, a passive transponder searchable to professional rescuers in the event of avalanche or outdoor emergency
- Fit: Regular