Rab Windgather Hoody Wmns – Ultralight Windproof Jacket for Trekking and Mountaineering

Description

The Rab Windgather Hoody Wmns is an ultralight windbreaker jacket designed for women looking for immediate protection from the wind without adding unnecessary weight or bulk to their pack. Minimalist, compact, and extremely functional, it is designed for dynamic mountain activities where conditions constantly change and every gram counts.

Made from recycled 50D Pertex® Quantum fabric, it offers an excellent combination of wind resistance, durability, and compressibility. It is the type of garment that ends up accompanying you everywhere: from fast-paced treks and hiking to travel, alpine ridges, or summer outings where wind can drastically reduce the wind chill factor.

Its feminine, regular-fit design allows it to be worn comfortably either over a light base layer or as part of a technical layering system.

Real technical performance

In the mountains, the wind can be as critical as rain or cold. The Windgather Hoody Wmns is designed precisely for that scenario: to offer an effective barrier against the wind during high-mobility activities without penalizing breathability or weight.

The Pertex® Quantum fabric used in this jacket provides excellent windproof capability while maintaining a light and pleasant feel. Thanks to its compact construction and extremely low weight, it barely takes up space in your pack, making it a perfect emergency layer for fast hiking, quick trekking, light trekking, or daily outdoor use.

The semi-elastic hood with an integrated brim helps protect the face in exposed areas and windy ridges, while the partially elastic cuffs and bottom hem adjustment maintain the garment's stability during movement.

Additionally, the fabric incorporates a fluorocarbon-free DWR treatment, which helps repel light moisture and fine mist without compromising sustainability or breathability.

Quantitative specifications

• Weight: 179 g (size M)
• Back length: 75 cm
• Fit: Regular
• Outer fabric: Recycled 50D Pertex® Quantum
• Fabric weight: 72 g/m²
• Outer treatment: Fluorocarbon-free DWR
• Hood: Semi-elastic fit with stiffened brim
• Main closure: Full-length front YKK® zipper with internal flap
• Pockets: 2 zippered side pockets
• Cuffs: Semi-elastic
• Hem: Low-profile elastic adjustment
• Rab code: QWS-84

Comparison within the Rab range

Rab Windgather Hoody Wmns
It is one of Rab's most minimalist and lightest options for pure wind protection. It prioritizes lightness, compactness, and simplicity for fast activities and continuous use in a pack.

Rab Borealis Hoody Wmns
The Borealis adds greater stretch, breathability, and durability for intense technical activities such as climbing, scrambling, or light mountaineering. More versatile as an active softshell, but less minimalist.

Rab Vital Hoody Wmns
The Vital is even lighter and oriented toward running or very fast activities, while the Windgather provides a slightly more robust fabric and a more protective feel in the mountains.

Rab Phantom Mountain Jacket Wmns
The Phantom plays in a different category: an ultralight waterproof jacket for real rain. The Windgather is focused specifically on wind and light daily protection.

Recommended use

• Trekking and fast hiking
• Fast hiking
• Travel and light outdoor
• Ridges and wind-exposed areas
• Occasional mountain running
• Use as an emergency windbreaker layer
• Mountain activities in spring and summer

Is it for you?

The Rab Windgather Hoody Wmns is an excellent choice if you are looking for an extremely light and compact jacket to protect you from the wind during dynamic mountain activities.

If you value always having a protective layer in your pack without barely noticing the additional weight, this is one of the most balanced and versatile options from Rab within its technical windshell collection for women.