Women's Rab Ascendor Light Hoody

Product detailed description

Rab Ascendor Light Hoody

Rab's new series of technical mid-layers, the Ascendor, features functional materials for the best balance of thermal insulation and breathability during all kinds of activities, not just mountaineering. The Ascendor Light Hoody is the lightest hooded version in this series. Since 2020, Rab has set a goal since 2020 to gradually develop sustainability and minimize our footprint as much as possible. However, this isn’t just some superficial “marketing” plan; Rab takes great care to evaluate recycling methods to ensure that it all makes sense. So, of course, the new mid-layers from Rab also feature recycled materials.

Thermic™

Just like in the entire Ascendor series, the lightweight versions also feature the proven, recycled "Rab" Thermic™ material, this time in a lighter 165 g/m² weight. Breathability and moisture wicking in this model are achieved through horizontal "wave-like" stripes on the inside of the sweatshirt, which alternate between areas with more and less insulation. The sweatshirt thus insulates through the stripes with more fleece and wicks away sweat through those with less. This material is therefore ideal for aerobic activities in colder conditions—it keeps you warm and, thanks to excellent moisture wicking, keeps you dry even during more physically demanding activities. 

Accessories

The jacket features a close-fitting hood with an elastic hem designed to be worn under a helmet. Similarly, the cuffs and bottom hem of the jacket are fitted with elastic trim. The hem is also "dropped," meaning it slopes downward from the torso toward the seat area, providing protection for the lower back. The central zipper is a YKK, as is the zipper on the single chest pocket.

Usage

With its specifications, the Rab Ascendor Light Hoody is the ideal mid-layer for cooler temperatures during high-intensity activities (running, cross-country skiing, ski mountaineering, cycling…). In spring and summer temperatures, it will also easily serve as an outer layer for any activity in the mountains and outdoors in general. Thanks to its flat, low-profile seams, the hoodie can also be worn directly against the skin as a base layer.

At Nalehko, we also offer a pull-on version: Rab Ascendor Light Pull-On, the hooded Rab Ascendor Hoody or  the ultimate Rab Ascendor Summit Hoody.

If you're unsure about which fleece to choose, we've prepared a NALEHKO guide for you.

A more comprehensive analysis of mid-layers on our blog.

Rab Ascendor Light Hoody:

• Weight: 194 g (size S).
• Material: recycled Thermic™ S 165 g/m² (94% recycled polyester, 6% spandex).
• Stretch hood designed to fit under a helmet.
• YKK center zip.
• One YKK zip chest pocket.
• Flatlock seams – the hoodie is very comfortable even when worn directly against the skin.
• Elasticated cuffs and hem.
• Dropped hem.
• Back length: 66 cm (size S).
• Fit: slim.