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Lyngen GORE-TEX Active Jacket - Men's
Balanced option for paddlers who want a high-confidence all-round setup with strong value retention.
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Product Breakdown
Stay dry and stylish all season with the 686 GT GORE-TEX Jacket. Its designed for chasing powder with a waterproof membrane and adjustable features.
Deep Dive
Why We Like The GT GORE-TEX Jacket
The GT GORE-TEX Jacket by 686 is the ultimate companion for all-season shredding. No matter if it's fluffy powder or slushy conditions, this jacket performs exceptionally well. It is designed to be easily packable, making it ideal for trips to snow-covered destinations like Japan. Plus, the underarm zippers and breathable GORE-TEX membrane keep you comfortably dry, even during wet spring runs at home.
Product Details
Specs
Material [membrane/laminate] GORE-TEX (2-layer), [face fabric] nylon, DWR finish
Insulation none
Waterproof Rating 28,000mm
Breathability Rating 20,000g/m²
Seams fully sealed
Fit regular
Length below hip
Center Back Length 32in
Hood fixed, adjustable, helmet compatible
Pockets [external] 1 zippered chest with key clip, [internal] 1 mesh goggle
Venting mesh-lined underarm zippers
Powder Skirt fixed
Thumbholes integrated wrist gaiters with thumbholes
Claimed Weight [medium] 1lb 15oz
Activity all-mountain skiing, all-mountain snowboarding, freeride/powder skiing, freeride/powder snowboarding, backcountry skiing, backcountry snowboarding
Manufacturer Warranty 1 year
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