Big mountain ascents call for a jacket with big features and even bigger protection. Enter the Mammut Nordwand Pro HS Hooded Jacket, a top-tier jacket designed specifically for mountaineering that puts together the toughest fabrics, ergonomic features, and a quality construction to keep us comfortable and protected from the elements as we are scaling the tallest peaks. First u\p, a GORE-TEX Pro 3-layer fabric to seal out all moisture and snow while still allowing our body to breathe as we are pushing it up to the summit. Harness-compatible front pockets allow us to keep our essentials close to the body while hooked into our fixed rope and a zippered chest pocket and internal security pockets ensure our valuables stay safe and protected. Underarm zippered vents allow us to dump excess heat if we are getting too hot, and one-hand adjustable drawstring cords allow us to cinch up the jacket at the hood and hem to block out the cold wind and air. No matter whether we are scaling our local hometown mountains or out on Denali or in the Himalayas on an extended expedition, the Nordwand Pro HS Hooded Jacket is one of our top choices for performance and coverage.