British outdoor brand Montane has become synonymous with lightweight and breathable clothing and equipment. For over 25 years Montane has worked closely with serious mountain professionals working in hostile conditions across the globe as a proving ground for garment design. From the British Antarctic Survey to British Mountain Rescue Teams. Professionals who demand the toughest credentials from their clothing and equipment choose Montane.
The first to truly push the limits of single layer mountain clothing with the Extreme Smock and then, later realising the true value of windproof clothing, creating the first super packable, windproof and breathable wind shirt - the Featherlite Smock. The Featherlite Smock was probably the most functional and innovative piece of windproof garment design since Fridtjof Nansen, while planning the first crossing of Greenland over 100 years ago, realised that the windproof properties of a garment were the secret to moving quickly and comfortably in the mountains.
The importance of functionality in garments and packs does not stop at product design alone. Fabric technology is critical to producing the best product; Montane works with the world's leading fabric suppliers to engineer new cutting-edge materials that push the boundaries of what is possible with clothing, equipment and accessories to create the lightest, toughest and most functional products available on the market.
Endurance expeditions and athletes are critical in the development of our garment designs, ensuring Montane clothing is fit for purpose. They are our reason to be critical within our design processes. From unsupported ventures to the North Pole, smash and grab route attempts on the North Face of the Eiger to high profile scientific work in the high Arctic. All of these athletes help Montane develop clothing that will withstand the harshest of conditions, both physiologically and environmentally.
Where are the contemporary limits of endurance? They are in ultras. Imagine this: you've run 256 miles across the frozen Canadian Yukon. You've experienced consistent -30C and felt the low of -40C, you're cold and alone, and you still have 174 miles to go to the finish line...stay focused. In July you've run 65 miles of some of toughest trails in the British Lake District, some of the cruellest terrain underfoot in Europe. You've just left the shelter of a friendly checkpoint, and as you step out into the cold pouring rain, peer into the darkness and contemplate the terrain ahead, you realise you have 40 miles left until the finish line. From the Montane Yukon Arctic Ultra to the Montane Lakeland 100, this is one of the main areas where we believe endurance is being tested to the absolute limit and where Montane products thrive.
Technical GORE-TEX Pro alpine climbing and winter mountaineering waterproof shell jacket.
Designed with all the technical features required for alpine climbing , the Alpine Resolve Jacket uses a combination of 40 Denier and 80 Denier GORE-TEX Pro Most Breathable fabrics and has been developed with all the functionality required for use in challenging winter conditions.
Two-way pit zips with YKK AQUAGUARD zips for quick ventilation
Fully adjustable roll-away climbing helmet-compatible hood with three-point adjustment and stiffened peak
Adjustable hem to minimise heat loss and to ensure the best fit
Two map-sized hand pockets with YKK AQUAGUARD® VISLON® zips
MAIN BODY GORE-TEX
40 Denier GORE-TEX Pro Most Breathable Technology in the main body with a 100% recycled nylon face
REINFORCED GORE-TEX
80 Denier GORE-TEX Pro Most Breathable Technology with a 100% recycled nylon face across the shoulders, hips and elbows
FULLY WATERPROOF
Fully seam taped construction
INNER POCKET
Internal mesh drop pocket
CHEST POCKET
External chest pocket with YKK AQUAGUARD® VISLON® zip
ADJUSTABLE CUFFS
Shaped cuffs with adjustable hook and loop tabs
HIGH REACH MOVEMENT
Articulated arms for high reach movement
Durable and versatile GORE-TEX waterproof shell jacket.
The Alpine Spirit Jacket is the perfect do-it-all waterproof shell. Using 70 Denier GORE-TEX technology throughout, it is a reliable outer layer for long days in the mountains.
External chest pocket with YKK AQUAGUARD zip
Full-length two-way YKK AQUAGUARD® front zip with internal storm flap
Fully adjustable roll-away climbing helmet-compatible hood with three-point adjustment and stiffened peak
Adjustable hem and cinchable drawcord to reduce heat loss
GORE-TEX CONSTRUCTION
70 Denier GORE-TEX Performance with a 100% recycled nylon face
FULLY WATERPROOF
Fully seam taped construction
TWO WAY ZIPS
Full-length two-way YKK AQUAGUARD® front zip with internal storm flap
ADJUSTABLE CUFFS
Shaped cuffs with adjustable hook and loop tabs
HIGH REACH MOVEMENT
Articulated arms for high reach movement
Provides warmth and stretch for fast paced activities. Use as a mid layer or outer layer.
Warm PrimaLoft ThermoPlume insulation in the core body and overarms is combined with STRIA Lite stretch fleece in the side body and under the arms for enhanced movement and comfort whilst moving fast when climbing or trekking. A jacket with versatility as a mid layer or outer layer.
Stretchy STRIA Lite fabric side panels for maximum range of movement
Two zipped hand pockets
Insulated close-fitting collar
Pre-elasticated cuffs to help reduce heat loss
50% RECYCLED OUTER MATERIAL
PERTEX®QUANTUM ECO 50% recycled outer with DWR main body
MAIN BODY INSULATION
115g (M) PrimaLoft® Black ThermoPlume insulation in the core body and over arms
100% RECYCLED LINING
100% recycled PEAQ Synthetic ECO lining
HOOD AND SHOULDER INSULATION
60g/m2 PrimaLoft® Silver 100% recycled insulation in the hood and over shoulders
YKK FRONT ZIP
Full-length YKK VISLON front zip with internal storm flap
The range of gloves, mitts, hats, caps, headbands and neck wear has always been strong for Montane and this winter is no different.
Some of the highlights are the lightweight insulated gloves that are perfect for anyone going fast and light or wanting something that stows easily for emergency use.
Among these are the new 2020 Prism glove and mitt along with the Prism Dry Line which is a waterproof version for anyone needing that extra protection. There is also a tougher, warmer version called the Supercell Tough which is more suited to winter mountain activities. Finally, there is the innovative Switch Gloves with Pull-Out Mitts which, in this case provides a PrimaLoft insulated mitt for colder conditions.