Rab Quantra Pro Hoody

🏔️ Description

The Rab Quantra Pro Hoody QWS-86 is a low-bulk technical midlayer designed for high-intensity mountain activities. It combines breathable, stretchy, and durable Thermic™ Pro Hybrid Fleece with Matrix™ Softshell panels to improve wind protection without compromising mobility.

⭐ The Mountain Group Review

The Quantra Pro Hoody stands out for its enormous versatility. It is a particularly well-suited garment for those who alternate between fast hiking, climbing, mountaineering, or ski touring and want a single midlayer capable of managing changes in intensity well. Its very high breathability and the good balance between elasticity, protection, and volume make it a layer that can stay on for much of the activity.

⚡ Real technical performance

The main 177 g/m² Thermic™ Pro Hybrid Fleece fabric incorporates a construction aimed at improving wind protection while maintaining breathability and elasticity. It is combined with 136 g/m² Matrix™ Single Weave Softshell with a fluorocarbon-free DWR finish. Rab rates its breathability at 5/5 and its elasticity at 4/5.

📋 Technical specifications

• Rab Code: QWS-86.
• Fit: Regular.
• Weight: 339 g in size M.
• Center back length: 71.5 cm in size M.
• Main fabric: Thermic™ Pro Hybrid Fleece with wind protection, 177 g/m² (<15 cfm).
• Secondary fabric: Matrix™ Single Weave Softshell, 136 g/m², with fluorocarbon-free DWR.
• Hood: Low-bulk and helmet-compatible.
• Closure: Full-length front zipper with chin guard.
• Pockets: Two A-line zippered pockets.
• Adjustments: Elastic hood and cuffs; dual-sided rear hem adjustment.

🔍 Where does it fit in the range?

The Quantra Pro Hoody sits between a classic technical fleece and a light softshell. Compared to a purely thermal midlayer, it provides greater wind resistance, while compared to a softshell, it maintains a higher level of breathability. This makes it especially useful in activities where the pace changes continuously.

🎯 Recommended use

• Hiking and trekking.
• Mountaineering.
• Climbing.
• Ski touring.
• High-intensity activities in cool conditions.

❓ Frequently asked questions

Is it windproof?
It is not a waterproof windbreaker jacket, but the Thermic™ Pro Hybrid offers higher wind resistance than a conventional fleece.

Can the hood be used under a helmet?
Yes. Rab specifically designs it with low bulk for use under a helmet.

Is it suitable for ski touring?
Yes. Its high breathability and ability to adapt to variable effort levels make it especially suitable as a midlayer for ski touring.

✅ Is it for you?

✔ Yes, if you are looking for a highly breathable and versatile technical midlayer.
✔ Yes, if you practice various mountain activities and want to reduce the number of layers.
✔ Yes, if you need elasticity and slightly more wind protection than a conventional fleece.
✘ No, if you are looking for a waterproof jacket or an insulation layer for intense static cold.