🏔️ Description
The Rab Women's Nexus Jacket QFF-73 is a lightweight technical fleece designed to function as a midlayer for hiking, trekking, and dynamic mountain activities. Its quick-drying Thermic™ G fabric combines moderate insulation, breathability, and stretch, helping to regulate temperature as the intensity of your effort changes.
Its low-bulk construction makes it easy to layer with other garments and allows for freedom of movement during approaches, scrambles, and active routes. It also functions as a light outer layer when conditions are cool but stable.
⭐ Mountain Group's Review
The Nexus Jacket is a particularly balanced choice when looking for a technical fleece that doesn't feel heavy or overly warm during movement. Compared to the Nexus Hoody, it maintains the same Thermic™ G concept but removes the hood, reducing weight and bulk while making it even easier to use under other layers.
We recommend it for those who prioritize versatility, breathability, and comfort in a layering system.
⚡ Real Technical Performance
p>The 178 g/m² Thermic™ G is a recycled polyester fleece that is stretchy, breathable, and quick-drying. It is designed to balance thermal retention and the evacuation of excess heat during activities where the pace changes frequently.
📋 Technical Specifications
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Rab Code: QFF-73.
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Fit: Regular.
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Weight: 222 g in size 10.
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Center back length: 63 cm in size 10.
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Main fabric: Thermic™ G, 178 g/m², recycled polyester fleece with circular backer structure.
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Zipper: YKK® VISLON® full front zipper with inner guard.
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Collar: Soft and snug-fitting for extra protection.
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Pockets: 2 zippered pockets with mesh lining.
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Cuffs: Double construction for added comfort.
🛠️ Functional Details
- Stretch fabric to promote mobility.
- Quick-drying with good thermal regulation during exertion.
- Low-bulk seams and construction to facilitate layering.
- Two hand pockets with zippers and lightweight pullers.
- Snug collar and double cuffs to improve comfort in cool conditions.
🔍 Nexus Jacket or Nexus Hoody?
Women's Nexus Jacket: lighter and simpler, ideal if you don't need a hood or plan to use it regularly under other layers.
Women's Nexus Hoody: adds a hood to provide a bit more protection and versatility.
🎯 Recommended Use
- Hiking.
- Trekking.
- Climbing and approaches.
- Active routes and scrambles.
- Mountain midlayer.
✅ Is it for you?
✔ Yes, if you are looking for a light and breathable technical fleece.
✔ Yes, if you want a low-bulk midlayer.
✔ Yes, for hiking, trekking, and dynamic activities.
✔ Yes, if you prefer to go without a hood to reduce weight and simplify layering.
✘ No, if you are looking for a thick layer for standing still in intense cold.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference compared to the Women's Nexus Hoody?
They share the same Thermic™ G concept, but the Jacket does away with the hood and reduces the weight to 222 g in size 10.
What fabric does it use?
178 g/m² Thermic™ G, a recycled polyester fleece designed to combine breathability, stretch, and quick drying.
Does it serve as a midlayer?
Yes. Its low bulk and ability to regulate temperature make it especially suitable for wearing under a protective shell jacket.
