Breathable protection for serious alpine objectives

The Mountain Equipment Orion Men's Jacket is a technical waterproof shell engineered with 3-layer DRILITE® XT 70D fabric for climbers, mountaineers and ski tourers tackling demanding mountain routes. Designed for Ice & Mixed Climbing and Alpine Climbing, it combines highly breathable waterproof protection, advanced storm-ready construction and a helmet-compatible hood for reliable performance in severe mountain weather.

Performance & Engineering

• DRILITE® XT Waterproof Technology - Engineered with 3-layer DRILITE® XT 70D fabric and a nanoporous membrane containing 10 billion nanopores per square inch, delivering highly breathable waterproof protection with a hydrostatic head exceeding 20,000mm during sustained exposure to rain, snow and wind.
• Advanced Storm Construction - Built using laser-cut panels, bonded construction techniques and optimised stitch counts to reduce bulk, enhance durability and provide dependable protection on technical climbs and long alpine days.
• Super Alpine HC Hood - Designed with a fully adjustable, helmet-compatible Super Alpine HC Hood that delivers secure protection from severe weather while maintaining visibility and freedom of movement when climbing.
• Alpine-Focused Fit - Combines an Alpine fit with a seamless face panel to minimise chafing, improve comfort and prevent hem lift during high-reaching climbing movements.
• Ventilation & Harness-Compatible Storage - Equipped with 2-way YKK® AquaGuard® pit zips, two large laser-cut laminated chest pockets and a laminated zipped internal pocket, allowing efficient temperature regulation and secure access to essentials while wearing a harness.

Technical Specifications

• Ideal For: Ice & Mixed Climbing, Alpine Climbing
• Main Fabric: 3-layer DRILITE® XT 70D fabric with nanoporous waterproof membrane
• Weight: 440g / 15.5oz
• Hardware: 2-way YKK® AquaGuard® centre front zip, 2-way laminated YKK® AquaGuard® pit zips, YKK® zipped internal pocket
• Pockets / Features: Super Alpine HC Hood, DWR finish, seamless face panel, 2 large laser-cut laminated chest pockets, laminated internal pocket, adjustable laminated cuffs, dual-tether hem drawcords
• Fit: Alpine fit

Care & Longevity

Hand wash or machine wash at 30°C using liquid detergent or a specialist cleaner. Tumble dry on a low heat with a slow spin speed, or line dry and use a cool iron with a protective cloth to reactivate the DWR finish. Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight. Do not iron zips, zip edges or logos.