Microlight Vest
When warmth is a necessity and weight is a burden you can't afford, throw on the Rab Microlight Vest for core warmth that won't drag you down. Versatile and packable with plenty of warmth, this insulating vest is the perfect companion for cold alpine adventures. 700-fill down provides snug and reliable core warmth that slides easily under a shell, while the hydrophobic treatment ensures that your down keeps doing its job even when it gets wet, offering some insurance when you wear it alone around town or on the trail. The durable Pertex Quantum shell gives you windproof warmth and water-resistant protection from moderate snows, and the harness-compatible pockets quickly hold any smaller items or gear that you don't have room for elsewhere.
Details
- Down insulator packs small so you can take it on any cold adventure
- 700-fill hydrophobic retains lofty warmth in wet weather
- Pertex Quantum shell is windproof, water-resistant, and breathable
- Harness-compatible pockets keep necessary items within reach
- Slim fit easily fits under an alpine or ski shell
- Item #RABZ06K
- Responsible Collection
- Recycled/Repurposed
- Material
- 100% recycled nylon
- Insulation
- 700-fill down, hydrophobic
- Fit
- slim
- Length
- hip
- Center Back Length
- [large] 29in
- Pockets
- 2 hand, 1 chest
- Claimed Weight
- 11.2oz
- Manufacturer Warranty
- lifetime
Reviews
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Overall Rating
4.5 based on 48 ratings
Review Summary
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Selecting an option will reload the available reviews on the pageOctober 5, 2024
Microlight Vest
This is an excellent product. It fits perfectly. I was disappointed that a stuff sack wasn’t included; should it have been.?
Originally reviewed on Rab
January 10, 2024
Returned as too small. May
Returned as too small. May order again in future.
Originally reviewed on Rab
December 26, 2023
The garment is high quality,
The garment is high quality, as is our experience of all Rab clothing. The fit is excellent. It is wonderful to have the stuff sack so that the gilet will pack down small.
Originally reviewed on Rab
December 18, 2023
Was not thrilled by this vest
Having owned the Electron pro vest I was excited to get my hands on this one for an inbetween layer. I fit of the this vest is quite sloppy, boxy and long. Which I was not expecting from Rab. I returned this vest and will stick to my Electron pro vest.
Originally reviewed on Rab
December 4, 2023
For the past few of
For the past few of years or so I have been wearing the Microlight Vest (size large) which I combined with the Microlight Alpine Jacket (size extra large) when it gets particularly cold. Due to putting on a bit of weight over the year, the vest has become a bit tight, so I have had to get a larger size vest. As an all season hiker in North York Moors and Peak District these have served me very well in the winter months. They hold their fill very well and hold up well to windy conditions. I have worn them as a combination in -10 and moderate winds of 15 mph and they keep me toasty warm. I haven't tried them in extreme weather, but they were not designed for extreme conditions! I have kept them dry, so cannot say how they would hold up if wet. In high winds or when it rains I put on my hydroshell elite, to keep my warm and happy. I have no doubt that the extra large vest will perform as well as the large one has. The only negative point was that I did not receive a stuff sack with the extra large vest. When I bought my extra large jacket and my old large vest they both came with stuff sacks. It would have been nice if Rab still provided stuff sacks with their products.
Originally reviewed on Rab
November 13, 2023
The Fit is perfect, warm
The Fit is perfect, warm comfortable does what it says on the tin. Another great garment from Rab
Originally reviewed on Rab
October 26, 2023
Good fit, weight just right
Good fit, weight just right , ideal for early morning autumnal walks, will be used extensively as a layer in colder climates.
Originally reviewed on Rab
October 21, 2023
Microlight Down Vest
It's that time of year again when the Microlight Vest becomes pack of the daily packing regime. Wearing it as stand alone on top of base or mid layers off season, as part of layering system for winter. Best for moderate activity as down tends to get a bit damp and compact. Decent value and good warmth for weight ratio. Logos did come off during washing though.
Originally reviewed on Rab
October 2, 2023
Very warm, very light, packs
Very warm, very light, packs beautifully small. Fit true to size, a little big in the shoulder holes but clearly designed to fit a decent base/mid layer underneath.
Originally reviewed on Rab
August 31, 2023
It deliveres everything that`s been
It deliveres everything that`s been advertised. Excellent quality, extremely satisfied with it.
Originally reviewed on Rab
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