Montane North Star Lite

The North Star Lite is an Alpine down jacket designed and constructed for supreme versatility. Containing water resistant HyperDRY goose down from Allied Feather & Down and encased in a PERTEX® water resistant and windproof shell, it is light and warm enough to be used in a multitude of situations. Neat tailored stitch through baffles follow your anatomical profile and allow efficient trapping of body heat. Wear it year round in the mountains and on cold, winter adventures.



Activities:



- Climbing & Mountaineering

- Hiking & Trekking



Construction:



- Constructed from PERTEX® Quantum Y Yarn which provides enhanced downproofness and a strong tear strength

- PERTEX® Quantum Y Yarn features Super 100 DWR that provides excellent water shedding through extended periods of wear

- 200g of 90/10 high quality Allied Feather & Down Titanium water resistant HyperDRY goose down at 800+ fill power, certified non live plucked and non force fed

- PERTEX® Quantum Rip-stop lining throughout ensures the jacket is incredibly lightweight

- Stitch through down panel construction prevents down migration and eliminates cold spots



Patterning and Design:



- Articulated arms with engineered tailoring to prevent seams constricting over elbows and upper arms

- Technical tailoring to prevent arm lift raising the lower hem whilst reaching high



Responsible Down Sourcing:



- The premium down inside this product has been certified through the Responsible Down Standard (RDS) to ensure that it is the most responsibly sourced down available

- Track my Down for comprehensive traceability information about the down used in this product



Hood Configuration:



- Fully insulated and baffled hood with stretch bound face aperture and rear pre-elastication for a close fit and to help retain heat

- Internal elastic loop and hook at rear neck allows hood to be rolled down and stowed away whilst not in use in windy conditions



Pocket Configuration:



- Two hand-warmer pockets positioned well clear of backpack or climbing harness belt

- Internal zipped left hand side pocket



Centre Front Zip:



- Full length, reversed and baffled YKK front zip

- Soft fleece chinguard next to chin for extra comfort



Cuff and Sleeves Configuration:



- Low bulk stretch bound cuffs which can be pulled up to forearms to aid cooling



Hem Construction:



- Adjustable hem to prevent spindrift entry and heat loss



Further Features:



- Lightweight trims for packability

- Own waterproof storage MONTANE dry bag





Specifications:



- Weight: 475g





Technology:



Pertex® Quantum:



- Pertex® technologies are amongst the lightest, most reliable and most durable on the market. A long-established heritage of staying true to its British roots has led Pertex® on a path of continuous innovation to deliver the best end-use focused fabrics in the business. Pertex®’s approach closely matches Montane’s own focus of engineering lightweight, breathable clothing and equipment for endurance sports in extreme environments. Obsessed by product and pioneering fit-for-purpose designs, we have worked with Pertex® since our beginnings in 1993 to create weatherproof garments that allow you to push your boundaries.

- Pertex® Quantum is light and strong, offering a significant weight reduction without sacrificing strength and abrasion resistance. The fabric’s softness allows insulation in your sleeping bag or jacket to have more loft.



Technical Specifications:



- Composition: 100% Polyamide (nylon)

- Weight: <35g/m²

- Air permeability: 1.0cc (max)

- Main properties: Featherweight, optimum strength to weight ratio, windproof, downproof



Pertex® Quantum Y:



- Pertex® technologies are amongst the lightest, most reliable and most durable on the market. A long-established heritage of staying true to its British roots has led Pertex® on a path of continuous innovation to deliver the best end-use focused fabrics in the business. Pertex®’s approach closely matches Montane’s own focus of engineering lightweight, breathable clothing and equipment for endurance sports in extreme environments. Obsessed by product and pioneering fit-for-purpose designs, we have worked with Pertex® since our beginnings in 1993 to create weatherproof garments that allow you to push your boundaries.

- Pertex® Quantum Y balances extreme lightness with high strength and increased durability. The unique Y-shaped filaments used inside the yarn lock together to provide a more stable construction, which in turn creates a softer, smoother surface with greater water-beading properties.



Technical Specifications:



- Main properties: Excellent downproofness, beautiful sheen, strong tear strength, soft handle

- Bluesign certified fabric - manufactured to strict environmental standards using safe production methods which eliminate the use of harmful substances



HyperDRY:



- From the Autumn / Winter 2015 season onwards, Montane is proud to announce that all its down garments will be produced using Allied Feather & Down’s HyperDRY water resistant down. In the name of transparency, Montane will also become the first brand in the world to commit to the Responsible Down Standard (RDS) across its entire clothing range. Using Allieds Track My Down portal and unique sourceTRACK lot number on each Montane down jacket, you can learn in detail about the actual fill used in your jacket.

- In 2011 Allied Feather & Down began working with titans of the outdoor industry to develop the best water resistant down on the market. Evolving from years of research and development into proprietary nanotechnology treatments and procedures to create the most effective water resistant down on the market, HyperDRY was born. These methods provide an invisible coating that does not compromise the texture or colour of the fill.

- Montane uses Titanium and Silver HyperDRY across 650, 750 and 800+ fill powers.



Technical Specifications:



- Industry leading water resistance

- Bluesign approved treatments

- Washable

Montane North Star Lite has the 100% money-back guarantee. If for whatever reason you are not completely satisfied with your Montane North Star Lite you have purchased at snowinn, you have 30 calendar days from delivery in which to return it. In addition, in our online ski store you can discover the full range of product of the brand Montane and complete your order in Jackets products always at the best price.