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The Rab Xenair Insulated Vest is a versatile, lightweight vest designed for outdoor activities. It provides essential warmth and breathability without sacrificing mobility or bulk. The vest also has body-mapped insulation, a breathable lining, and wind-resistant fabric.
Rab says:
A lightweight insulated gilet ideal as a midlayer or adaptable outer. Stay comfortable on long days of stop-start activities in mixed conditions, thanks to the body-mapped, dual weight insulation and an improved, highly breathable lining.
Our Verdict
The Rab Xenair Insulated Vest is a versatile and performance-driven layer designed to adapt seamlessly to the demands of outdoor pursuits. Crafted with precision and innovation, this lightweight synthetic insulated vest provides essential warmth and breathability without sacrificing mobility or bulk. Ideal for use as a mid-layer or standalone outer, its body-mapped insulation ensures targeted warmth where you need it most.
At the same time, the highly breathable lining efficiently wicks moisture away to keep you comfortable during intense activities. With features like wind-resistant Pertex® Quantum Air fabric, semi-elasticated armholes, and adjustable hem, the Xenair Vest offers superior comfort and protection against the elements. The two hand-warming pockets are always welcome, and I'm always a fan of a jacket that can be stuffed into its own pocket.
- Reviewed by Basecamp Gear
Features
- Body mapped insulation to maintain warmth and aid thermoregulation
- Semi-elasticated armhole openings for comfort
- Lightweight YKK® centre front zip with chin guard
- Semi concealed lightweight YKK® zipped chest pocket
- 2 YKK® covered zipped hand pockets, one of which doubles as an integrated stuff sack with harness attachment loop
- Lightweight single sided rear hem adjustment with anti snag tether
Specifications
- Small weighs: 192g
- Medium weighs: 201g
- Large weighs: 214g
- XLarge weighs: 228g
Material & Construction
- 20D Pertex® Quantum Air with fluorocarbon-free DWR (47gsm [2cfm])
- 20D recycled nylon (40gsm [10cfm])
- 60gsm PrimaLoft® Gold Active+ insulation (55% recycled content) through front, back and collar
- Main: 100% Polyamide (with Acrylic coating). Lining: 100% recycled Polyamide
- Fit: Regular
- Centre back length (Size M): 71cm / 27.9inch
