Mountain Equipment Frontier Jacket

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A wind-resistant hooded soft shell that’s perfect for year-round mountaineering and spring ski tours

Mountain Equipment says: 

The full stretch Frontier Jacket uses a double weave fabric to give total mobility and excellent wind and abrasion resistance. With our Alpine fit and adjustable helmet compatible hood it’s an exceptional soft shell for all round use in the mountains.

Our Verdict

The updated Frontier Jacket offers a dependable mix of stretch, wind resistance and breathability thanks to the EXOLITE 210 fabric. At 538g (Medium), it feels solid, with enough give for technical movement and a reassuringly tough face fabric that handles abrasion well. The fit is active and shaped, allowing for good freedom without bagginess, and the pre-shaped sleeves keep things in place even during more dynamic movement.

The hood adjusts easily and sits well over a helmet, and the pocket setup is practical without being excessive. The PFAS-free DWR reliably withstands light weather, and overall build quality remains a strong point. Breathability is excellent for a softshell of this weight, making it viable for long pushes in mixed conditions.

– Reviewed by Ultralight Outdoor Gear

Features

• Mountain HC Hood is fully adjustable
• Alpine fit with articulated and pre-shaped sleeves
• Over-locked and topstitched construction on body, twin needle on hood
• YKK® moulded centre front zip
• 2 zipped hand pockets and 1 chest pocket
• Inner zipped security pocket
• Adjustable cuffs and dual tether hem drawcords
• Hood rollaway tab

Specifications

• Small weighs: 529g
• Medium weighs: 538g
• Large weighs: 564g
• XLarge weighs: 601g

Material & Construction

• EXOLITE 210 stretch double weave soft shell fabric with fluorocarbon-free DWR
• 92% Polyamide, 8% Elastane