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What sets Rab apart from most outdoor brands is how closely the gear reflects real UK hill conditions. British mountains are not high by alpine standards, but they are wet, windy, and changeable in ways that catch people out. Rab builds for that. Pertex fabrics across the jacket and sleeping bag range give you wind resistance and water shedding at low weight. Ethically sourced down in the insulated jackets and bags delivers serious heat retention without the bulk that slows you down on long approaches.
Rab trousers and pants feature stretch panels, reinforced knees, and pocket placement that works when you are wearing a harness or hip belt. You can move freely on scrambles, steep trails, and exposed ridgelines without the fabric pulling or restricting your stride.
Three Rab ranges are worth knowing about. The Microlight Alpine is a lightweight down jacket that works as a mid-layer on high-output days or as a standalone outer when the temperature drops at camp. The Valiance is a step up in insulation, sitting in the mid-weight bracket for colder conditions and winter walking. The Cirrus uses synthetic insulation that keeps performing when wet, packs down small, and weighs very little. If you are heading out in conditions where rain is likely and you need insulation you can rely on even when damp, the Cirrus is the range to look at.
Explore Rab jackets, coats, gilets, down jackets, and trousers at Cotswold Outdoor. This is kit built by people who use it on the same hills you do.
Rab is renowned for durable, high-performance clothing and equipment, especially sleeping bags and waterproof jackets, trusted by hikers and mountaineers across the UK.
Yes, Rab jackets use advanced materials like GORE-TEX and Pertex® to deliver reliable waterproofing and breathability, keeping you dry in unpredictable British weather.
Rab’s down jackets and sleeping bags use premium insulation for warmth in harsh conditions, and many are hand-filled in the UK with responsibly sourced, high-quality down.
Down offers unbeatable warmth-to-weight, ideal for cold, dry adventures, while synthetic insulation (like recycled Stratus™) performs well in damp UK conditions.
Yes, Rab uses recycled materials, PFAS-free DWR, and is a certified Carbon Neutral company, continually reducing its environmental impact.
Absolutely—Rab gear is engineered and tested for tough mountain conditions, blending durability, practicality, and technical performance for British adventures.
The Microlight jacket is ideal for hillwalking, climbing, mountaineering, and everyday cold-weather adventures. It’s lightweight, packable, and offers great warmth without the bulk.
It’s insulated with high-fill (usually 700FP or 750FP) responsibly sourced down, offering excellent warmth for winter walks, layering in the cold, or chilly city days. It’s also designed to trap heat where you need it most and stay breathable under the arms.
Many Rab jackets have features like underarm zips or breathable fabrics to help vent excess heat during high-output activities.
Most Rab waterproof jackets and down jackets are both windproof and water-resistant, using durable outer fabrics to block wind and keep you comfortable.
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