In the high alpine, you need a shell that withstands wet, windy weather and changing temperatures—and it needs to breathe. The women's Outdoor Research Microgravity AscentShell jacket does it all.
Type of Waterproofing
AscentShell 3-layer waterproof/breathable membrane
Back Length
Hip-length
Weight
11.9 ounces
- AscentShell™ technology uses electrospinning to create a 3-layer construction that's more breathable, lighter, stretchier and more comfortable than traditional membranes
- Electrospun AscentShell membrane is air permeable, letting air and moisture move from the inside out before sweat builds up
- Halo-Hood is helmet compatible; Hood Lock™ cordlock at back of hood lets you easily adjust the hood for a customizable fit
- Dynamic Reach™ underarm panels allow total mobility during dynamic activities; AscentShell fabric offers movement-mirroring stretch
- Elastic drawcord hem and hook-and-loop cuff closures dial in the fit
- YKK® AquaGuard™ zippers throughout help keep out snow and rain
- Internal front stormflap blocks weather and cold air
- Jacket is fully seam-taped to keep moisture out
- Zippered chest and hand pockets
- Jacket packs into its own left hand pocket
- Carabiner loop; key clip
- Closeout
| Best Use | Hiking |
|---|---|
| Fabric | 20-denier x 45-denier mechanical stretch ripstop nylon |
| Lining Fabric | 30-denier knit polyester |
| Windproof | Yes |
| Waterproof | Yes |
| Type of Waterproofing | AscentShell 3-layer waterproof/breathable membrane |
| Hood | Yes |
| Packable | Yes |
| Back Length | Hip-length |
| Back Length (in.) | 29 inches |
| Gender | Women's |
| Weight | 11.9 ounces |
Outdoor Research Clothing - Women's
| XXS | XS | S | M | L | XL | XXL | XXXL | 1X | 2X | 3X | 4X | 0 | 2 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 14 | 16 | 18 | 16W | 18W | 20W | 22W | 24W | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bust | 28 - 30.5 | 30.5 - 33 | 33 - 35.5 | 35.5 - 38.5 | 38.5 - 41.5 | 41.5 - 45 | 45 - 48.5 | 48.5 - 52.5 | 43 - 47 | 47 - 51 | 51 - 55 | 55 - 59 | 32.25 | 33.5 | 34.75 | 35.75 | 36.75 | 37.75 | 39.25 | 40.75 | 42.5 | 44.5 | 44 | 46 | 48 | 50 | 52 |
| Sleeve Length | 29.5 | 30 | 30.5 | 31 | 31.5 | 32 | 32.5 | 32.5 | 32.5 | 33 | 33.5 | 34 | |||||||||||||||
| Waist | 21.5 - 24 | 24 - 26.5 | 26.5 - 29 | 29 - 32 | 32 - 35 | 35 - 38.5 | 38 - 42.5 | 42.5 - 46.5 | 39 - 43 | 43 - 47.5 | 47.5 - 51.5 | 51.5 - 55.75 | 26 | 27.75 | 28 | 29 | 30 | 31 | 32.75 | 34.5 | 36.5 | 38.5 | 40 | 42 | 44 | 46 | 48 |
| Hip | 30.5 - 33.5 | 33.5 - 36 | 36 - 38.5 | 38.5 - 41.5 | 41.5 - 44.5 | 44.5 - 47.5 | 47.5 - 51 | 51 - 55 | 45 - 49 | 49 - 53 | 53 - 57 | 57 - 61 | 34.75 | 36 | 37.25 | 38.5 | 39.5 | 40.5 | 41.5 | 42.5 | 44.5 | 46.5 | 46 | 48 | 50 | 52 | 54 |
| Inseam | 30 | 30 | 30.5 | 31 | 31.5 | 31.5 | 31.5 | 31.5 | 31.5 | 31.5 | 31.5 | 31.5 | 31 | 31 | 31 | 31 | 31 | 31 | 31 | 31 | 31 | 31 | 31 | 31 | 31 | 31 | 31 |
Sizing Notes
Short: Some pants are available in short sizes, which generally means an inseam that is 2 inches shorter than regular sizes. Measurements are stated in inches unless otherwise indicated.