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Gravitas
€229,99
Ultra-lightweight waterproof jacket for running, riding and adventure racing offering worlds apart comfort for ultimate wet weather freedom.
- 3-layer construction with a 10-denier recycled outer fabric for a balance of weight and durability. Weighs just 200g.
- Highly breathable and waterproof fabric for working hard in wet weather (20K HH, 30K MVTR)
- Protective hood designed to stay secure in high winds and roll away when the weather’s calm
- 100% recycled nylon face fabric and PFC-Free DWR treatment
Lightweight. Heavy Duty.
The Gravitas has a lightweight 3-layer construction, giving it next-level comfort, weighing just 200g. It packs away into its own pocket-sized stuff sack. The 10D outer fabric is made from 100% recycled nylon. With 30K MVTR breathability and 20K HH waterproofing, the Gravitas is a high-performance jacket for fast and light activities in hostile weather.
A Hood for High Winds
The Gravitas has a hood with a stiffened wire peak. It has a simple rear adjuster and semi-elasticated opening for protection in sudden downpours. It also has a hood stow tab so you can roll it out of the way and use it as a collar.
Designed for Comfort
The cuffs are cut to protect the backs of your hands and feature semi-elasticated openings for comfort. The Gravitas has also been designed with minimal seams and no visible stitching throughout to reduce snag and wear points, including on the ample-sized hidden chest pocket. The soft tricot knit backer eliminates clamminess next to your skin.
Designer’s notes
“Everyone knows that boil-in-the-bag feeling from a waterproof that doesn’t breathe. For Gravitas, we wanted to create an ultralight jacket for working hard in the hills that’d leave that clammy feeling a thing of the past. And we’ve done it. It’s a 200g jacket, yes, 200! (size M) with a 3-layer construction, 20K hydrostatic head and 30K MVTR.
But we didn’t want to just chase the numbers or compromise durability. The outer fabric is fully recycled 10D nylon that’ll take the wear and tear of the trail, there’s a wire peaked hood that can be stowed quickly, semi-elasticated cuffs for comfort and it’ll pack down into its tiny stuff sack too.”
Ronnie, Clothing Design Manager
Features
Key Features
- Lightweight 3-layer construction packs up small into its own stuff sack
- Highly breathable and waterproof fabric (30K MVTR and 20K HH respectively) for fast and light activities
- Protective hood has a wired peak and a rear adjuster to stay secure in winds, plus an elasticated opening to pull on and off easily
- Hood stow tab allows you to roll the hood away and use as a collar
- Tricot knit backer is comfortable next to the skin and the supple 60gsm fabric is quiet and easy to move in
- Semi elasticated cuffs are cut to protect the back of your hands and the hem is secured by two adjusters
- Minimal seams reduce seam taping and lack of visible stitching reduces snag and wear points
- A hidden chest pocket is large enough to fits hats, gloves and snacks
- Water-repellent YKK calendared front zip, protected by a minimal storm flap
- 3 Year Alpine Bond
Vital stats
Fit
Slim
Performance
Hydrostatic head: 20,000mm
MVTR: 30,000g/sqm/24hrs (minimum)
Construction
60 gsm 3 layer fabric
Outer Fabric: 10d nylon
Membrane: PU membrane
Inner Fabric: 7d nylon tricot
Seams: Taped seams (FRA approved)
DWR: PFC Free C0
Weight
12: 185g
Origin: China
Sustainability and Product Care
Product Care Information
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 (like Nikwax Tech Wash or Grangers Performance Wash) or pure soap. DO NOT use detergent, fabric conditioners or softeners. 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.
Sustainability
How It Is Made
PFC-free: The Gravitas uses a completely PFC-free DWR treatment on its outer fabric. PFCs are potentially harmful and have been found to build up in the environment. We don’t like the sound of that and we're one of the first outdoor brands in the world to elimiate them from our range.Recycled content: The Gravitas face fabric is made from 100% recycled nylon so we’re giving plastic another life.
Where It Is Made
Our products are made in the best factories in the world. We know the factories personally and they have all signed up to our Code of Ethics in our supply chain. This includes the Ethical Trading Initiative base code, fair pay, safe working environments, no child labour, no modern slavery, no bribery or corruption, no materials from conflict zones and humane farming methods.
All our factories sign up to our Code of Conduct. Find out where we make our product by visiting our Factories of Alpkit factory zone.
Reducing our carbon footprint
We are carbon neutral under PAS2060 and offset our Scope 1, Scope 2 and Scope 3 operations and transport emissions. We recognise that offsetting is not part of the solution but a point to pass through on a journey to Net Zero. Carbon Neutral is just a step in that journey.
We have joined the Science Based Targets Initiative which sets independent targets for us to achieve to do our bit to limit global warming to 1.5°C. Our targets are to halve our Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 2025 based on 2018 base year and reduce our total carbon intesnity by 15% every year to achieve genuine net zero by 2050.
End of life
When your partnership with this product is over send it back to us and we will pass it on to someone that needs it through our Continuum Project.
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Works Well With
Delivery to France, Germany and Ireland is free over €80.
All duties and import charges are covered by Alpkit.
Women's waterproof jacket size guide
| Size chart (inches) | ||||||||
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| UK | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 14 | 16 | 18 | 20 |
| Chest | 30 | 32 | 34 | 36 | 38 | 40 | 42 | 45 |
| Waist | 23 | 25 | 27 | 29 | 31 | 33 | 35 | 38 |
| Hips | 33 | 35 | 37 | 39 | 41 | 43 | 45 | 48 |
| Sleeve | 27.5 | 28.25 | 29.25 | 30 | 30.75 | 31.5 | 32.25 | 33.5 |
| EU | 42 | 44 | 46 | 48 | 50 | 52 | 54 | 56 |
| US | 32 | 34 | 36 | 38 | 40 | 42 | 44 | 46 |
| Size chart (cm) | ||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UK | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 14 | 16 | 18 | 20 |
| Chest | 76 | 81 | 86 | 91 | 97 | 102 | 107 | 114 |
| Waist | 59 | 64 | 69 | 74 | 79 | 84 | 89 | 96 |
| Hips | 84 | 89 | 94 | 99 | 104 | 109 | 114 | 122 |
| Sleeve | 70 | 72 | 74 | 76 | 78 | 80 | 82 | 85 |
| EU | 42 | 44 | 46 | 48 | 50 | 52 | 54 | 56 |
| US | 32 | 34 | 36 | 38 | 40 | 42 | 44 | 46 |
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How to measureThis 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. ChestMeasure around your chest at the widest part. The tape measure should pass under your arms and be level from front to back. WaistMeasure around your waist at the narrowest point. HipsStanding with your feet together, measure around your hips at the widest part. SleeveWith 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 | |||
|---|---|---|---|
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TightClose fitting designed to conform to your body. |
SlimSlim and slightly contoured but not form fitting. |
RegularA comfortable fit that's not too tight, nor too loose. |
RelaxedA looser fit with a bit more space but not too baggy. |
Women's waterproof jacket size guide
| Size chart (inches) | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| UK | Chest | Waist | Hips | Sleeve |
| 6 | 30 | 23 | 33 | 27.5 |
| 8 | 32 | 25 | 35 | 28.25 |
| 10 | 34 | 27 | 37 | 29.25 |
| 12 | 36 | 29 | 39 | 30 |
| 14 | 38 | 31 | 41 | 30.75 |
| 16 | 40 | 33 | 43 | 31.5 |
| 18 | 42 | 35 | 45 | 32.25 |
| 20 | 45 | 38 | 48 | 33.5 |
| Size chart (cm) | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| UK | Chest | Waist | Hips | Sleeve |
| 6 | 76 | 59 | 84 | 70 |
| 8 | 81 | 64 | 89 | 72 |
| 10 | 86 | 69 | 94 | 74 |
| 12 | 91 | 74 | 99 | 76 |
| 14 | 97 | 79 | 104 | 78 |
| 16 | 102 | 84 | 109 | 80 |
| 18 | 107 | 89 | 114 | 82 |
| 20 | 114 | 96 | 122 | 85 |
How to measureThis 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. ChestMeasure around your chest at the widest part. The tape measure should pass under your arms and be level from front to back. WaistMeasure around your waist at the narrowest point. HipsStanding with your feet together, measure around your hips at the widest part. SleeveWith 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 | |
|---|---|
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TightClose fitting designed to conform to your body. |
SlimSlim and slightly contoured but not form fitting. |
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RegularA comfortable fit that's not too tight, nor too loose. |
RelaxedA looser fit with a bit more space but not too baggy. |