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The pinnacle of warmth.

Advanced thermal performance in extreme conditions.

CLOUD DOWN

About the technology


Cloud Down uses a discontinuous offset baffle construction for optimal thermal performance in frigid environments.

Our unique design features an asymmetrical inner and outer construction, allowing maximum space for the down to loft while keeping the lining close to the skin for enhanced thermal protection.

The outer and inner liners are welded together, and the absence of stitches eliminates the presence of cold spots for maximum comfort.

Due to the minimal amount of fabric used in the construction, Cloud Down is exceptionally compressible and can be packed into small spaces for extra warmth when needed.

Cloud Down Benefits

Exceptionally warm

Exceptionally warm

Compressible

Compressible

Lightweight

Lightweight

Comfortable

Comfortable

Lightweight technology

Lightweight technology for heavyweight expeditions.

Cloud Down delivers increased thermal performance in a lighter package.

We only use Responsible Down Standard (RDS) filling to ensure our down is ethically sourced, responsibly produced and traceable. The use of natural down in our Cloud Down technology ensures it delivers the highest warmth-to-weight ratio of any insulation.


Over-Shell layer

Over-shell layer

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How to layer

Designed as an over-shell layer in extreme cold from belays to basecamps. The compressible construction easily packs away for use as an emergency insulator.

Discover our Cloud Down products

All our Cloud Down products deliver maximum warmth with minimal weight in the most extreme environments.

Men Summit Pumori Down Parka

MEN'S SUMMIT PUMORI DOWN PARKA

Harnessing Cloud Down technology to deliver unrivalled warmth and increased thermal performance with minimal weight.

Women Summit Pumori Down Parka

WOMEN'S SUMMIT PUMORI DOWN PARKA

Loaded with 800-fill water-repellent ProDown™, this jacket features a female-specific shape for optimised warmth.

Technology Hub

Futurelight

Waterproof/Breathable - Designed to protect, built to breathe.

Our most advanced breathable-waterproof outerwear technology.

Gore-tex

Waterproof/Breathable - Guaranteed to keep you dry™.

Exceptionally durable waterproof-breathable protection.

Dryvent

Waterproof/Breathable - Waterproof. Windproof. Breathable.

Seam sealed for maximum protection, performance and comfort.

Windwall

Wind resistant protection.

Engineered to reduce the effects of wind chill and retain comfort.

DWR

Waterproof/Breathable - Durable water repellent fabric.

Your water-repellent first layer of defence against moisture.

Lightrange

Our lightest sun protection ever.

More Breathable. More Protection. More Nature.

Down fill

Responsibly-sourced down insulation.

Delivering the best warmth-to-weight ratio in nature.

5050 Insulation

Innovative construction, enhanced warmth.

Our natural and synthetic temperature-regulating insulation technology.

Heatseeker ECO

Recycled, synthetic insulation.

Synthetic insulation for durable, lightweight and compressible warmth.

FutureFleece

Innovative layering.

Revolutionary lightweight heat-trapping technology.

Polartec

Engineered for comfort.

Lightweight, wicking and cooling fabric technology.

DotKnit

Performance-driven insulation.

Your first level of protection against the cold.

Flashdry

Quick drying performance.

Engineered to eliminate moisture to keep you dry and comfortable.

Innovation at any pace.

Optimised stability. Enhanced cushioning. VECTIV™ technology. For speed and comfort on every trail.

Mountaineering Footwear

The next step in mountaineering.

Discover a new and complete footwear range designed for faster, lighter, more technical ascents, in unpredictable conditions.