Published : 18-August-2015
Rab Carrington (as in the "Rab" in Rab!) originally devised the Vapour-Rise concept by combining the technology of high wicking micro fleece and Pertex Equilibrium fabrics to produce a single garment with a 2 layer construction that offers superb weather protection and immense breathability.
The Vapour-Rise Flex Pullon combines the performance of VR fabrics with the comfort and stretch of Matrix SWS side panels to produce a supremely lightweight, highly breathable and incredibly comfortable pullon resulting in a feather weight, high wicking top that works as a base layer, mid layer or outer layer. This incredibly versatile top offers year round protection for mountain activities by balancing comfort, windproofing and breathability; what more could you need?
The 2 layer Vapour-Rise technology uses your body heat as a pump along with the micro fleece brushed lining to push moisture away from your skin and move it to the face fabric. Pertex Equilibrium face fabric has larger filaments on the inside and smaller filaments on the outside. The laws of capillary action dictate that moisture will move from large filaments to smaller ones, pulling your sweat away from the lining and spreading it out over the large outer surface area. This evaporative heat loss and moisture wicking create a temperature equilibrium to keep you comfortable and dry in all conditions. Finally a robust DWR treatment on the outside repels water.
Rabs own Matrix SWS stretch softshell panels under the arms and down the sides ensure a close fit to maximise the wicking performance of the lining and provide unrestricted movement. Because the Vapour-Rise Flex Pullon breathes so well it works perfectly as mid layer under your hardshell if the weather turns really nasty. We recommend using a smooth faced base layer under Vapour Rise garments as the smooth fabric will glide smoothly against the VR's wicking liner and maximises the wicking properties.
Pertex Equilibrium outer fabric
Wicking micro fleece drop liner
Matrix SWS stretch softshell side and underarm panels
2 way YKK deep venting chest zip with internal storm flap and chin guard
Fitted collar
YKK zipped chest pocket
YKK zipped internal pocket that doubles as stuff sack
Semi elasticated cuffs
Half hem drawcord
Slim fit