Considering that Outdoor Research was founded by a nuclear physicist with an incurable passion for adventuring in harshly stunning environments, it's no surprise that the Seattle-based company manages to combine high-powered technologies with outdoor performance, as exemplified by the 'Helium AscentShell' hardshell jacket.
At first wear, this alpine jacket doesn't feel like it would be capable of protecting you in the mountains and on the slopes due to how lightweight it is, weighing in at only 326 grams. However, this low weight doesn't come at the cost of durability, with the 'Helium AscentShell' trusted and vouched for by some of the most demanding alpine explorers of the day including rock and ski mountaineering guide Emilie Drinkwater and professional alpinist and outdoors advocate Graham Zimmerman. This is due to the hardshell jacket making use of Pertex Diamond Fuse material, which is responsible for its low weight and high durability, and the marvelously breathable yet completely waterproof AscentShell.
These two technologies combine with spectacular results in the 'Helium AscentShell' jacket, which promises to keep you well-protected without bearing down on you in treacherous environments, be they rainy, snowy, windy or otherwise. The technology has been proven to perform like a breeze in challenging environments including K2, the world's second tallest peak.
Besides proving its mettle where earth touches sky, the 'Helium AscentShell' also offers a variety of design features suited for whatever worldly environment your next adventure takes you too. These include an enlarged hemline that works well with your backpacks and other harnesses and gear, not to mention a helmet-compatible hood, underarm panels and an assortment of pockets, some of which are designed for larger gear. By offering a spectacular combination of low weight, high durability and generous features, the 'Helium AscentShell' ensures that you'll never have to compromise on weight or speed ever again, all for only $399.
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