Extremely durable, stretchable, athletic hooded jacket for alpine climbing.

The massive, bizarre towers of the Pala group protrude from the stony alpine plateau. Climbing here in the southernmost mountain range of the Dolomites takes strong nerves – and strong material. MERINO SHIELD TEC line was designed especially for long, alpine routes like these!

• The extremely scuff-resistant outer material of the jacket achieves more than 50,000 abrasion cycles in the Martindale test, which is used to measure scuff resistance. Reinforcements in particularly high-stress areas such as the hips, shoulders and underarms offer maximum protection against craggy rocks. The 4-WAY stretch material provides full freedom of movement, enhanced by an athletic cut and anatomically shaped elbow areas. Thanks to its no-membrane construction, the jacketis particularly breathable, while fine MERINO WOOL inside offer additional comfort.

The self-adjusting hood fits under a climbing helmet and the cuffs and waistband are elastic and comfortable. Thanks to its high-reach performance fit, the jacket adapts to every movement and is perfectly tailored to climbing. The breast pocket and two harness- and backpack-optimized front pockets provide space for small items that you might need to grab quickly on a long day of climbing.

• For the sake of the environment, the entire MERINO SHIELD TEC line is also completely PFC-free and climate-neutral through carbon offsetting. With its fresh look, the PALA HOODED JACKET is just right for big climbing routes on high rock faces.

Highlights

• High scuff resistance
• Extra breathable
• Fine merino wool on the inside

Product features

• Self-adjusting hood
• 2 front pockets with zipper (harness- and backpack-compatible)
• Protective shell
• Reinforced shoulder, underarm and hip area
• Elastic cuffs
• Seam width adjustment
• Athletic fit

Material properties

• High scuff resistance (50,000 abrasion cycles in the Martindale test)
• 4-Way-Stretch material
• Breathable
• Lightweight
• Quick drying
• Water resistant
• Merino inside
• PFC free

Material

• Main material: 74 % polyamide + 15 % wool (OWP MERINO) + 11 % elastane
• Inserts: 91 % polyamide + 9 % elastane

MERINO INSIDE

• Our sustainable MERINO WOOL comes from monitored, ethical sheep farms. It is comfortably soft, easy to care for, and provides an optimum body climate thanks to its moisture- and temperature-regulating properties.

Sustainability

Ortovox wool promise

• Our commitment to fair wool: Our own wool standard ensures that our merino wool is sourced in an animal- and environmentally-friendly manner. Our friendly relationship with our farmers enables us to have full transparency throughout the value-added chain.

Merino wool

• Our wool has its origins at the heart of a natural paradise: Tasmania. Where the air is at its purest, the food lush, and the climate moderate – that’s where fair merino wool that fulfils the highest quality standards can be found.

Fair Wear Foundation

• This product was manufactured under fair working conditions in conformity with Fair Wear Foundation.

Climate neutral

• This product is climate neutral. It was produced in the most environmentally friendly way possible. Any unavoidable CO2 emissions have been offset.

PFC free

• This product contains no environmentally harmful per- or polyfluorinated chemicals (PFCs).

Care

• Machine wash 30° gentle
• Do not bleach
• Do not tumble dry
• Do not iron
• Do not dry clean
• Wash separately or with similar colours
• Wash with fasteners closed
• Do not use softener
• Do not spin-dry or wring