Snugpak Sleeka Elite Reversible Insulated Windproof Jacket

Snugpak Sleeka Elite Reversible Insulated Jackets are ideal for keeping you warm during daylight and night operations. 

Both sides to the jacket are manufactured from the nylon version of Paratex Light, a lightweight but tough fabric that is highly breathable (12l/m²/24h) and windproof (3ft³/min), with a durable water repellent finish (DWR)*. The  use of Snugpaks Softie® polyester fill provides all the insulation benefits of down, but retains body heat when wet, as well as having greater loft recovery after compaction i.e. when stored in its stuff sack for long lengths of time.

When worn as the main black jacket, the stress points of the outer sleeves and shoulders are reinforced with a lightweight fine knit polyester webbing. A wide wind baffle behind the zip prevents excess wind penetration, whilst two insulated zipped pockets keep hands warm as well as valuables safe. 

The fit is generous but not voluminous, allowing base layers and mid layers to be worn underneath. Two one-handed hip hem drawstrings allow you to tailor the jackets fit around your waist, with the same system on the reverse of the collar to give greater neck protection. Soft elasticated cuffs mould to your wrists to help prevent snow and wind penetration.

When worn in reverse, the olive colour becomes dominant, making these jackets useful for both night time exercises and daytime camouflage. On the left hand side there is a deep zipped chest pocket, with two insulated zipped hand warmer pockets. The wind baffle is now located in front of the zip, and the drawstrings have to be accessed from the inside of the jacket.

When not in use, these jackets can be packed away in their own compact stuff sack (included). 

* Although the fabric faces have a waterproof finish (DWR), the stitching and zips are not sealed, so water will eventually permeate through these areas.