When sneaking in a dawn patrol tour before work, we zip into the Nordwand Advanced HS Hooded Jacket, knowing that it will help us move efficiently in the mountains. Weighing in at under a pound, this athletic-fit piece feels efficient on the skin track, while the top-of-the-line GORE-TEX PRO laminate provides industry-leading waterproofing and breathability. A motion-friendly design and harness-compatible pocket layout make this jacket ready for technical missions involving repels and travel on exposed ridges.