Men's Hard Shell Waterproof Mountain Jacket

My Rab Latok shell is about 15 years old, however while it is still going strong and looks like it may never die the original design lacked under arm vents. So that jacket is really binary; excellent but with limited flexibility when your pushing hard.

I have a few bits already from Jöttnar’s range and was impressed with the quality, so I decided to give one of their hard-shells a try.

The quality of this jacket is clear as soon as you open the packaging and I literally couldn’t wait to give it a test out in the mountains. Just looking at the chunky weather seal tapes tells you a lot.
So far I’ve had it out twice (Aonach Eagach Ridge and Sgurr Dearg), both times so far I was impressed. It is a bombshelter in highwinds/rain and has large enough vents that it can be left on for long periods of time when scrambling hard.

All the zips and cuffs are perfect and very comfortable, the attrition of the soft fabric beard/neck protection patches in the hood area work well for us hairy ones.

I really found the glove pocket on the inside very useful… no more jamming one glove either side in the external chest pockets 😊

Was very comfortable with a pack and also with a helmet… hood cinches down well when not using a lid.

Issues mentioned in reviews I read when researching my purchase:

Noise? It is a hard shell; so you would expect it be noisier than a soft or hybrid shell. But I must say I don’t find it noisy either regarding movement or for hearing with the hood up.

Arms too baggy? The arms do have plenty of space in them and that continues down to the wrist, the cuffs are deliberately oversized to allow easy glove management. I’m no Popeye, but I find the arms fine. There is space for more layers and the cuffs are half elasticated with very good Velcro adjuster.

So far I am delighted with this shell and can’t wait for the Winter already!!

Love it.

The Odin is an understated gem of a jacket. It is designed with function in mind and has no unnecessary fiddly bits to distract from that. The proprietary fabric is tough as nails (just a little bit stiff to start with) and is highly abrasion resistant. Oh, and extremely waterproof, too. It is very breathable, although as with any waterproof fabric it is possible to work up something of a microclimate when going getting a bit warm.
This is no lightweight, in any sense, and for UK summer use might be slightly over the top. For the rest of the year, or for cooler altitudes, it is ideal.
Workpersonship is outstanding. The fit is fairly snug, and length/pocket position etc ideal for the harness wearer. Works well for rucksack hip-belts, too.
This is my second Jottnar jacket and I am a complete convert.
Can't rate this jacket, or Jottnar's customer service, too highly.

I have owned lots of outer shells over the years but this takes it to the next level-a fantastic piece of kit.