Features

Sizes 8-18. weight 533g. Colours:  sunset/black, amethyst/black, marine/black, black/black. Foldaway hood with stiffened peak. 2-way front zip with storm flap. Elasticated cuff with Velcro adjustment. Map pocket.

Comments

Good points: Stylish and comfortabl;e to wear. Soft fleece-lined collar. Hood fits well. Jacket is longer at the back to cover the bottom. Good range of inside and outside pockets.

Drawbacks: felt damp on the outside after a heavy downpour.

Stockist: 0161366 5020 www.sprayway.com

GHI Test Report - Jan 09

Features

Sizes 8-20. Weight 410g. Colours:  dazzle blue, blueberry, Capri blue or black. Foldaway hood  with stiffened peak. 2-way  front zip with storm flap. Adjustable cuffs. Stuff bag.

Comments

Good points: Lightweight and easy to pack, folding into its own mesh bag. Comfortable to wear and a flattering fit. Good sized outside pockets

Drawbacks: No inside or map pockets.

Stockist: 0191 516 5700 www.berghaus.com

GHI Test Report - Jan 09

Features

Comments

Good points: Provides good all-round protection against the elements. An inside storm skirt with drawcord will keep out the snow. Hood can be adjusted with one hand and it has fleecy ear warmer panels. Generous fit and good length. Fleecy lined outside pockets and good size map pocket.

Stockist: 0870 601 2244 www.rohan.co.uk

GHI Test Report - Jan 09

Features

Sizes WXS-WL. Weight 548g. Colours: crimson, ink blue, mineral. Foldaway hood with stiffened peak. 2-way front zip with storm flap. Adjustable cuffs. Map pocket.

Comments

Good points: Soft to the touch and comfortable to wear. Generous fit. Good length at the front and the back. Quick to dry. Roomy outside pockets.

Drawbacks: Masculine styling. Small hood.

Stockist: 0870 601 2244 www.rohan.co.uk

GHI Test Report - Jan 09

Features

Sizes 8-20. Weight 333g. Colours:  dazzle blue, black. Foldaway hood with stiffened peak. 2-way front zip with storm flap. Adjustable cuffs.

Comments

Good points: Lightweight and very compact to carry. Comfortable to wear with a fleecy lined collar. Good shaping and length. Hood fits well.

Drawbacks: Snug fit especially around the hips. Zip is awkward to line up.

Stockist: 0845 100 100 www.snowandrock.com

GHI Test Report - Jan 09