The Boreas is ideal for climbing, mountaineering, trekking, walking, biking, in fact it’s good for just about any outdoor activity you can think of. The light softshell fabric has enough weather resistance to resist wind & rain & when it does get hot & sunny it will let out your sweat & keep off those nasty UV rays. Due to its fantastic breathability the Boreas makes a superb mid layer in hot & cold conditions for all active mountain pursuits. The Boreas also features Polygiene, a naturally occurring antibacterial agent that resists the build up of odour causing bacteria & lasts for the life of the garment. Polygiene is completely safe next to the skin & is environmentally friendly, making the Boreas perfect for multi day trips. Quite rightly the Boreas was awarded a coveted Backpacking Magazine Editor’s Choice award, it is also one of our favourite bits of kit & once you own one it will become indispensable. & as well as all that great fabric technology & performance, it looks great & is super comfy! Matrix SWS fabric Polygiene STAY FRESH odour control treatment Under-helmet hood Deep venting YKK chest zip 1 YKK zipped chest stash pocket Flatlock low bulk stretch seams Open cuffs Slim fit