Extremely durable, athletic stretch vest for alpine climbing.
The massive, bizarre towers of the Pala group protrude from the stony alpine plateau. Climbing here in the southernmost mountain range of the Dolomites takes strong nerves – and strong material. Our MERINO SHIELD TEC line was designed especially for long, alpine routes like these!
- The extremely scuff-resistant outer material of the PALA LIGHT VEST achieves more than 50,000 abrasion cycles in the Martindale test, which is used to measure scuff resistance. Reinforcements in particularly high-stress areas such as the hips, shoulders and underarms offer maximum protection against craggy rocks. The 4-WAY stretch material provides full freedom of movement, enhanced by an athletic cut. Thanks to its no-membrane construction, the PALA LIGHT VEST is particularly breathable, while fine MERINO WOOL inside and merino MESH inserts in the collar and waistband offer additional comfort.
An athletic cut and elasticated arm holes ensure an optimum fit and full freedom of movement when climbing. The breast pocket has space for a topo, cell phone, trail bar or other small items that you might need to grab quickly on a long day of climbing.
- For the sake of the environment, the entire MERINO SHIELD TEC line is also completely PFC-free and climate-neutral through carbon offsetting. With its fresh look, the PALA LIGHT VEST is just right for big climbing routes on high rock faces.
Highlights
- High scuff resistance
- Extra breathable
- Fine merino wool on the inside
Product features
- 1 chest pocket
- Protective shell
- Reinforced shoulder and hip area
- Seam width adjustment
- Athletic fit
Material properties
- High scuff resistance (50,000 abrasion cycles in the Martindale test)
- 4-Way-Stretch material
- Breathable
- Lightweight
- Quick drying
- Water resistant
- Merino inside
- PFC free
Material
- Main material: 74 % polyamide + 15 % wool (OWP MERINO) + 11 % elastane
- Inserts: 91 % polyamide + 9 % elastane
MERINO INSIDE
- Our sustainable MERINO WOOL comes from monitored, ethical sheep farms. It is comfortably soft, easy to care for, and provides an optimum body climate thanks to its moisture- and temperature-regulating properties.
Sustainability
Ortovox wool promise
- Our commitment to fair wool: Our own wool standard ensures that our merino wool is sourced in an animal- and environmentally-friendly manner. Our friendly relationship with our farmers enables us to have full transparency throughout the value-added chain.
Merino wool
- Our wool has its origins at the heart of a natural paradise: Tasmania. Where the air is at its purest, the food lush, and the climate moderate – that’s where fair merino wool that fulfils the highest quality standards can be found.
Fair Wear Foundation
- This product was manufactured under fair working conditions in conformity with Fair Wear Foundation.
Climate neutral
- This product is climate neutral. It was produced in the most environmentally friendly way possible. Any unavoidable CO2 emissions have been offset.
PFC free
- This product contains no environmentally harmful per- or polyfluorinated chemicals (PFCs).
Care
- Machine wash 30° gentle
- Do not bleach
- Do not tumble dry
- Do not iron
- Do not dry clean
- Wash separately or with similar colours
- Wash with fasteners closed
- Do not use softener
- Do not spin-dry or wring
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