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Balance 3 layer 20k/20k waterproof jacket
£179.97 £239.99
Details
The new Balance is our definitive fully-featured, durable waterproof for all your outdoor activities.
What's special about this jacket is it's highly breathable waterproof fabric and active cut, it's for moving fast and working hard.
- Active alpine cut moves with you and works with rucksacks and harnesses
- Fully adjustable hood, hem and deep pockets with mesh ventilation
- 3-layer waterproof with 20,000mm HH and 25,000g/m2/day MVTR
- DWR fabric that's free from PFCs
World class fabric: waterproof, breathable, durable
We develop our own waterproof membranes with world-class mills. Balance uses an exceptional quality membrane with performance that is comparable to Gore-tex Standard and designed for British Weather.
It took over 18 months to perfect and the result is a jacket with a forget-it’s-there feel; that keeps you dry and protected for longer on high-intensity days in the mountains.
Features
Key Features
- Streamlined alpine cut for high intensity, high movement activities and wearing over fewer layers
- Multi-activity fit with a drop hem and longer cuffs for climbing, scrambling and biking
- Neat collar snap to fully vent the front zip without the jacket flapping
- Helmet-Covering for extra protection when you stop mide ride/climb when the heavens open that can be stowed away easily when not in use
- Pockets set for easy access when riding or wearing a rucksack hip-belt
- Water resistant YKK AquaGuard® zips with internal storm flaps
Vital stats
Fit
Regular
Performance
Hydrostatic Head: 20,000mm
MVTR: 20,000 g/sqm/24 hrs
Construction
Outer Fabric: Nylon face and nylon tricot backer
Membrane: PU membrane
Inner fabric: Polyester knit backer
DWR: PFC Free
Weight
M: 405g
Origin: China
Sustainability and Product Care
Caring For Your DWR
To keep your jacket’s durable water repellent (DWR) treatment in tip-top condition, wash it regularly in pure soap or a specialist cleaner. You may also need to refresh the treatment about once or twice a year (depending on usage) using a reproofer. Using a spray-on reproofer maintains your jacket's wicking ability.
Washing Instructions
Wash on a delicate cycle at 30˚C or hand wash with lukewarm water. Use a technical wash product or pure soap. DO NOT use detergent, fabric conditioners or softeners. Rinse thoroughly in clean water. Rinse thoroughly in clean water. Line dry or tumble dry on low heat. You can also use a cool iron to reactivate the DWR.
Repairs
We have dedicated Repair Stations in our stores and we're fully equipped to breathe new life into your old kit. This includes spare parts, patches, new zips and wash and reproofing of your down and waterproofs. Pop into any store or contact us online for more info.
Alpine Bond
If one of our products does not meet your expectations upon delivery, or if during its lifetime does not live up to the demands placed upon it, please return it to us for repair, replacement or refund. If the problem is our fault then we will do this to your satisfaction. If it’s your fault then we will help out the best we can. Find out more about our Alpine Bond here.
Men's waterproof jacket size guide
| Size chart (inches) | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UK | XS | S | M | L | XL | XXL |
| Chest | 34 | 37 | 40 | 43 | 46 | 49 |
| Waist | 28 | 30 | 32 | 34 | 36 | 38 |
| Sleeve | 32 | 33 | 34 | 35 | 36 | 36 |
| EU | 44 | 46 | 48 | 50 | 52 | 54 |
| US | 34 | 36 | 38 | 40 | 42 | 44 |
| Size chart (cm) | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UK | XS | S | M | L | XL | XXL |
| Chest | 86 | 94 | 102 | 109 | 117 | 124 |
| Waist | 71 | 76 | 81 | 86 | 91 | 97 |
| Sleeve | 82 | 84 | 86 | 88 | 90 | 92 |
| EU | 44 | 46 | 48 | 50 | 52 | 54 |
| US | 34 | 36 | 38 | 40 | 42 | 44 |

How to measure
This size chart indicates the body measurements our garments are designed to fit. Measure yourself as described below and use the size chart to find your size.
Chest
Measure around your chest at the widest part. The tape measure should pass under your arms and be level from front to back.
Waist
Measure around your waist at the narrowest point.
Sleeve
With your arms relaxed by your side, tilt your head down and ask a friend to measure from the bone at the base of your neck, over your shoulder and down your arm to the fold at your wrist.
Fit Guide
Next to Skin
Close fitting designed to conform to your body.
Fitted
Slim and slightly contoured but not form fitting.
Regular
A comfortable fit that's not too tight, nor too loose.
Relaxed
A looser fit with a bit more space but not too baggy.
