Rab Downpour Women's Jacket AW26 – Pertex Shield Waterproof Jacket

🏔️ Description

The Rab Women's Downpour Jacket QWI-07 AW26 is a versatile waterproof jacket for hiking and hillwalking. It is made with 2.5-layer Pertex® Shield, which has a soft and comfortable feel, and combines rain protection with ventilation to accompany you on everyday mountain adventures.

⭐ Mountain Group's take

This is a very logical shell for anyone looking for a versatile Rab waterproof jacket that is easy to carry in a backpack. Its strength lies in the balance between protection, comfort, and ventilation, without entering the more specialized focus of the brand's alpine shells.

⚡ Real technical performance

According to the Rab AW26 Workbook, it uses Pertex® Shield 2.5L and features underarm vents and two hand pockets.

✔ Pertex® Shield 2.5-layer.
✔ 2-way adjustable hood.
✔ YKK® zippered underarm vents.
✔ Two YKK® zippered hand pockets.
✔ Extended adjustable cuffs.
✔ Rear hem adjustment.

📋 Technical specs

• Membrane: Pertex® Shield 2.5-layer.
• Hood: 2-way adjustable, with cord locks, one-handed adjustment, and a flexible stiffened brim.
• Ventilation: Front YKK® zippers with internal and external storm flaps and snap closure.
• Pockets: 2 hand pockets with YKK® zippers and rain protection.
• Cuffs: Extended, with hook-and-loop adjustment.
• Hem: Single-sided rear cord adjustment.
• Rab Code: QWI-07.
• Collection: AW26.

🎯 Recommended use

• Hiking.
• Hillwalking.
• Trekking.
• General waterproof protection for the mountains.

✅ Is it for you?

✔ Yes, if you are looking for a versatile waterproof jacket for hiking and trekking.
✔ Yes, if you value underarm ventilation during activity.
✔ Yes, if you want a comfortable shell that is easy to add to your regular gear.
✘ No, if you are looking for a shell specifically oriented toward extreme technical mountaineering.

❓ Frequently asked questions

What membrane does it use?

The AW26 Workbook specifies 2.5-layer Pertex® Shield.

Does it have underarm ventilation?

Yes. It includes YKK® ventilation zippers.

Is the hood adjustable?

Yes. It features two-way adjustment and one-handed adjustment.

What is it designed for?

Rab presents it as a versatile waterproof jacket for hiking and hillwalking, ready for everyday adventures.