{"title":"Softshell Jackets","description":"\u003ch2\u003eSoftshell Jackets: The Active Climber's All-Day Layer\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eA softshell jacket occupies the performance sweet spot between a hardshell and a fleece — more weather-resistant than fleece, more breathable than a hardshell, and more comfortable against the skin than either. For climbers, trail runners, and mountain athletes who generate significant body heat during sustained effort, a softshell is often the most-worn piece in the wardrobe: breathable enough to wear while moving hard, weather-resistant enough to handle light rain and wind, and comfortable enough to wear all day on technical terrain.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eRock climbers on the limestone sport routes of the Frankenjura in Germany, the granite crack climbs of Yosemite, and the sandstone walls of the Red River Gorge in Kentucky wear softshells as their primary outer layer for the majority of the climbing season. The stretch and freedom of movement that softshell fabrics provide — compared to the stiffer, more restrictive feel of a hardshell — makes them the preferred choice for technical movement on rock.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSoftshell Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStretch fabrics\u003c\/strong\u003e: 4-way stretch for unrestricted movement on technical terrain; critical for climbing and scrambling\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWind resistance\u003c\/strong\u003e: Most softshells block wind effectively; important for exposed ridges and high-altitude terrain\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater resistance\u003c\/strong\u003e: DWR (Durable Water Repellent) treatment sheds light rain; not suitable for sustained heavy rain\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBreathability\u003c\/strong\u003e: Significantly more breathable than hardshells; reduces moisture buildup during high-output activities\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eArticulated patterning\u003c\/strong\u003e: Pre-shaped elbows and shoulders for climbing-specific range of motion\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor conditions beyond what a softshell can handle, layer over with a \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/rove-wear-hardshell-jackets\"\u003ehardshell jacket\u003c\/a\u003e. For cold conditions, add a \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/rove-wear-fleece-midlayers\"\u003efleece midlayer\u003c\/a\u003e underneath for warmth without bulk.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[],"url":"https:\/\/omnirove.com\/collections\/rove-wear-softshell-jackets.oembed","provider":"OmniRove","version":"1.0","type":"link"}