Fast-moving performance for alpine adventures

The Mountain Equipment Eclipse Hooded Jacket is a lightweight technical midlayer engineered with Pontetorto® Tecnostretch 238 gridded fleece for efficient warmth, excellent moisture transfer and low-bulk performance. Designed for climbers, mountaineers and hikers, it combines stretch comfort, fast-drying properties and practical storage for long days in the mountains. Its regular fit and integrated hood make it well suited to alpine ascents, ski touring and year-round hill walking.

Performance & Engineering

• Pontetorto® Tecnostretch 238 Gridded Fleece - Engineered with Pontetorto® Tecnostretch 238 gridded fleece to provide reliable warmth, efficient moisture management and reduced bulk when layering beneath a shell jacket.
• Polygiene StayFresh™ Technology - Built with Polygiene StayFresh™ anti-microbial technology to reduce odour build-up and lower washing requirements during extended mountain trips and frequent use.
• Protective Stretch Hood - Designed with an elastane-bound hood that adds weather protection on exposed ridges and windy approaches without restricting movement.
• Practical Alpine Storage - Equipped with a zipped chest pocket with mesh back and 2 hand warmer pockets, ensuring secure access to essentials while on the move.
• Glove-Compatible Comfort - Utilises low-bulk cuffs with integrated thumb loops to keep sleeves securely positioned beneath gloves during cold-weather climbing and mountaineering.

Technical Specifications

• Ideal For: Alpine Climbing, Mountaineering
• Main Fabric: Pontetorto® Tecnostretch 238 gridded fleece
• Weight: 410g / 14.5oz
• Hardware: YKK® Vislon® centre front zip
• Pockets / Features: Zipped chest pocket with mesh back, 2 hand warmer pockets, Polygiene StayFresh™ anti-microbial technology, elastane-bound hood, coverstitched seams, low-bulk cuffs with integrated thumb loops
• Fit: Regular fit

Care & Longevity

Hand wash or machine wash at 30°C using liquid detergent or a specialist cleaner, then line dry. Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight to preserve stretch, moisture-management performance and long-term comfort. Avoid high-temperature washing, tumble drying and prolonged exposure to direct sunlight during storage.