Rab Womens Meridian Gore-Tex Jacket

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With top quality Gore-Tex Paclite Plus you can be certain you will be protected from the weather. This hardwearing waterproof shell has a load of features to keep you comfortable and make the jacket practical and versatile.

Rab says

If you need advanced weather protection for exploring the hills, alongside reliable everyday waterproofing when you leave them behind, the Women’s Meridian Jacket is a highly versatile solution.

Designed with a regular fit to allow space for flexible layering, the Meridian is all about authentic breadth of ability. With its one-handed hood adjustment, its roll-down tab system, its quick-vent armpit zips and its spacious, easy-access A-line chest pockets, it’s a very simple and intuitive jacket to use, even when the weather closes in. Articulated sleeves ensure you can be as active as you like without lifting the hem line or compromising comfort; and the outstanding breathability of the jacket, allied to the adjustability of the hood, hem and cuffs, means you can enjoy a close, body-tailored fit for your outdoor adventures.

With its 40D GORE-TEX PACLITE Plus nylon face, the feature-rich Women’s Meridian Jacket is a premium layer for a wide range of active hill sports.

Our Verdict

Rab’s Womens Meridian Gore-Tex Jacket uses quality materials and practical features to produce a versatile waterproof shell. The 40D Gore-Tex Paclite Plus fabric balances lightweight and packable with durable waterproof protection really well. The Paclite is best suited to be carried and used when needed, hence the name and lightweight design. The material has come a long way and is much more comfortable to wear for longer periods now. This is helped with the addition of the pit zips on this jacket which allow you to vent really well and dump heat when things warm up.

Other features include a good sized hood with a stiffened peak that can be rolled down with a Velcro tap to secure it, adjustable hem and cuffs, a stuff sack to keep the jacket safe and clean when it isn’t needed and two good sized, and well placed hand pockets. Overall, it’s a well featured jacket with a good balance of durability, weight and protection. 

– Reviewed by Ultralight Outdoor Gear

Features

• Recycled 40D GORE-TEX PACLITE PLUS Technology
• Generous Hood with one handed adjustment.
• Semi-elasticated hood with stiffened peak and roll down tab.
• 2 YKK® A-line hand pockets.
• YKK® pit zips for easy venting
• Articulated sleeves
• Fully Adjustable hem and cuffs.
• Reflective branding
• Stuff sack included

Specifications

• UK 08 weighs: 310g
• UK 10 weighs: 318g
• UK 12 weighs: 326g
• Fit: Regular

Materials

• Recycled 40D GORE-TEX PACLITE PLUS Technology

Help & advice:

• GORE-TEX Paclite Plus Explained
• Choosing a Waterproof Jacket
• MVTR Breathability
• Hydrostatic Head
• Recycled Content in Outdoor Gear