Rab Expedition 8000 Jacket

The Expedition 8000 is designed as the warmest jacket in its range, engineered to withstand the most extreme conditions. Whether scaling an 8000-metre peak or navigating polar ice caps, this jacket delivers superior insulation with its 850FP goose down fill and durable, weather-resistant Pertex® Quantum Pro outer fabric. It is specifically crafted to preserve warmth in the coldest environments on Earth.

The jacket features a Pertex® Quantum lining that is downproof, combined with a box-wall baffle construction and differential cut to maximise loft and enhance heat retention. Its insulation extends into a helmet-compatible hood, complete with a wired peak and adjustable fit to keep warmth sealed in while keeping adverse weather at bay.

Designed to provide protection in severe conditions, the jacket accommodates bulky layers and incorporates optimised elbow articulation for improved movement. It is equipped with a two-way front zip with a storm flap, multiple pockets, reflective details, and oversized features compatible with mitts. Every detail has been honed to meet the rigours of demanding expeditions.

 Features

• Made with a Pertex® Quantum Pro outer fabric for exceptional weather resistance.
• Features a Pertex® Quantum lining that ensures downproof performance.
• Insulated with 850FP European goose down treated with a Nikwax fluorocarbon-free hydrophobic finish (526 g / 19 oz in size M).
• Utilises Rab® fluorocarbon-free hydrophobic down, developed in partnership with Nikwax®.
• Constructed with box-wall baffles and a differential cut for optimal insulation.
• Includes a helmet-compatible hood filled with down, featuring a wired peak for enhanced protection.
• Designed with a protective flap over the front zip for added weather shielding.
• Equipped with a YKK® Vislon® two-way front zip for ease of use.
• Incorporates three external pockets and two internal mesh pockets for ample storage.
• Features venting YKK® side zips with multiple pullers for ventilation control.
• Crafted with articulated elbows to improve mobility.
• Incorporates oversized design elements for compatibility with mitts.
• Filled and finished in Derbyshire, UK, ensuring premium quality.
  
  

Specifications

Technology

Pertex® Quantum Pro

A robust yet lightweight water-resistant fabric designed to allow down to achieve maximum loft. Compact, breathable, and protective, it is perfectly suited for unpredictable mountain conditions.

Pertex® Quantum

A lightweight and soft windproof fabric designed to promote full lofting of insulation. Compact and protective, it is perfectly suited for mountain pursuits.