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Highly technical, durable and directional waterproof jacket for women who do a variety of high mountain activities such as climbing or mountaineering.
The Ventura uses the Nikwax Analogy® Waterproof fabric system for excellent weather protection, generous ventilation for temperature control, and a technical design for great functionality.
WOMEN’S VENTURA JACKET
$416.67
| Weight | .812 kg |
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Product Ethics
- Produced in Colombia by MIQUELINA, a member of the World Fair Trade Organisation. Guaranteed Fair Trade.
- PFC*-free water repellent finish (*per and polyflourinated compounds)
- Fully recyclable through Páramo
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- Aftercare
- Service & Repair
Overview
The Ventura Jacket is for high mountain enthusiasts or professionals, outdoors for long periods in varying conditions.
High mountain activities such as climbing, alpinism and snow sports involve moving with exertion across a range of environments for long periods. To remain comfortable, you need efficient moisture and temperature control to minimise changes on the mountain, freedom of movement and good functionality.
The directional Nikwax Analogy® Waterproof fabric gives dry comfort, with stretch panels for unrestricted movement. It offers excellent temperature control and a helmet- and harness-compatible design.
The Ventura Jacket has an athletic fit, great ventilation and technical features
- Minimal excess fabric and a streamlined design in an athletic fit
- Excellent temperature control thanks to effective ventilation
- High mountain functionality provided by a helmet- and harness-friendly design and a great choice of pockets
Nikwax Analogy Waterproof fabric is more than just breathable, it is directional.
This means it is capable of moving liquid water away from your body and not just water vapour.
It is essential to avoid a build-up of water in your clothing system when you are working hard, as too much retained moisture will lead to your body rapidly chilling when you stop and rest.
In conventional clothing systems, approximately 20% of sweat production is dealt with effectively, leaving the remaining 80% trapped inside.
Nikwax Analogy garments are unique, in that they pump out this 80% of liquid water and allow it to drain away; you are left feeling dry and comfortable.
To understand the difference between directionality and breathability, you can read more here.
- Well-placed front of arm vents for effective temperature control without water ingress.
- Low-bulk athletic fit with stretch panels in shoulders, sleeves and sides for freedom of movement.
- 180° shoulder/ arm articulation gives easy movement and prevents jacket riding up.
- Rucksack, harness and single-gloved-hand compatible design.
- Uniquely shaped, helmet-friendly hood accommodates long hair. Large peak offers vertical and horizontal adjustment to optimise vision even if wearing glasses or goggles.
- Six practical pockets:
- secure ‘fast access’ chest pocket
- large external map pocket
- secure internal chest pocket
- two zipped high level handwarming pockets
- ski pass pocket on left upper arm.
- Embedded cords, locks and Eco Freemagic cuff closure improve water/ snow shedding.
- Two-way off-set front zip with internal storm flap for comfort around the mouth. Locking zip-pulls throughout give maximum security.
Choose the Ventura Jacket because of its moisture and temperature control and technical design…
The athletic fit Ventura Jacket uses the Nikwax Analogy® Waterproof System with stretch panels for unrestricted freedom of movement. An effective ventilation system minimises water ingress enables effective temperature control during high energy activities in wet weather. A helmet- and harness compatible design and useful pockets provide optimum performance without distractions on the mountain.
How will your Páramo® garment outperform breathable membranes?
Nikwax Analogy fabrics are not only extremely breathable, they are directional too. This means that water, both liquid and vapour, is directed outwards, ensuring your insulation remains protected.
Although breathable membranes allow moisture vapour to pass through them, they do nothing to transport liquid water. Therefore, when the production of sweat exceeds the Moisture Vapour Transmission Rate, or when the external temperatures drop, condensation (the change of water from vapour to liquid) will build up in breathable membranes.
Nikwax Analogy is so durable you could puncture a Páramo waterproof with pins, remove them, and still stay dry in the rain! Unlike coated or membrane-based garments, our directional clothing can be easily repaired, without compromising future performance.
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| CODE | DESCRIPTION | XS | S | M | L | XL |
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| A | HOOD LENGTH - NECK SEAM TO PEAK EDGE | 59 | 59 | 60 | 61 | 63.5 |
| B | CENTRE BACK LENGTH - NECK SEAM TO HEM | 71.5 | 73 | 75 | 76.5 | 79.5 |
| C | CENTRE FRONT LENGTH - NECK SEAM TO HEM | 61.5 | 64 | 66 | 68.5 | 72 |
| D | HALF ARMHOLE | 22 | 22.5 | 23 | 23.5 | 25 |
| E | OVER ARM SLEEVE LENGTH - NECK TO CUFF EDGE | 76.5 | 77 | 78 | 79 | 80 |
| F | UNDER ARM SLEEVE LENGTH | 55.5 | 56 | 56.5 | 57 | 58 |
| G | HALF CHEST | 53 | 55.5 | 58 | 60.5 | 65.5 |
| H | HALF ARM | 56 | 58.5 | 61 | 63.5 | 68.5 |
| TO FIT CHEST UP TO | 86 | 91 | 96 | 101 | 111 | |
| *measurements in cm | ||||||
In what kind of weather conditions can I use my Ventura Jacket?
Your Ventura Jacket has been tested to resist at least 4 hours of continuous heavy rain; so you can use it throughout the year in cold or wet conditions or at high altitude. Because the fabric system offers significant insulation when the ventilation zips are closed, this is not the best garment to deal with heavy showers in hot conditions. In that case, we recommend a Nikwax Windproof such as the Ventura Windproof, perhaps combined with one of our Parameta T+ baselayers, to optimise breathability and cooling, or with Nikwax® Fleece for full weather protection.
Which garments should I wear with my Nikwax Analogy Waterproof for optimum performance?
We recommend using our Parameta® T+, Parameta T, or Parameta G baselayers underneath your Nikwax Analogy clothing.
The Parameta T+ is a reversible, lightweight and stretchy polyester fabric, which offers two levels of cooling. It is asymmetrical and wicking, directing water from one fabric face to the other, as well as rapidly spreading moisture to speed up evaporation and, therefore, cooling.
Parameta T is a lightweight and stretchy polyester fabric. It wicks effectively to spread perspiration and dry quickly, providing light insulation in cooler conditions. Its soft feel is very comfortable against the skin, even when worn for prolonged periods.
Parameta G directional polyester fabric can provide either cooling or insulation, as needed. Its raised grid pattern traps air for insulation when covered with another layer. However, worn alone, or exposed through a garment vent, it allows air to pass through it and cool you down.
In extremely cold conditions, our Nikwax Analogy Insulator garments can be worn over your waterproof clothing. This is useful when stopping, or setting up camp at the end of the day.
How do I care for my Páramo waterproof?
Regularly wash it with Nikwax Tech Wash® to remove dirt and revive its water repellency. If, after washing, the outer fabric absorbs water (it does not run off in beads) it is time to reproof your garment with Nikwax TX.Direct®.
If your waterproof picks up a contamination which cannot be removed in a normal wash, Páramo can professionally wash and reproof it for you. Find out more here.
What if I damage my Nikwax Analogy Waterproof clothing?
Simple repairs can often be done with a needle and thread without compromising the performance of your Páramo gear.
If you seriously damage a garment, you can send it back to Páramo and request a quote for having it mended – most damage can be repaired! Our Customer Service team can advise you.
If you have irreparably damaged it, you may want to consider recycling it through the Páramo Recycling Scheme, whereby you will receive a substantial discount off your next purchase.
What if I damage my Nikwax Analogy Waterproof clothing?
Simple repairs can often be done with a needle and thread without compromising the performance of your Páramo gear.
If you seriously damage a garment, you can send it back to Páramo and request a quote for having it mended – most damage can be repaired! Our Customer Service team can advise you.
If you have irreparably damaged it, you may want to consider recycling it through the Páramo Recycling Scheme, whereby you will receive a substantial discount off your next purchase.
We guarantee everything we make.
Páramo waterproof garments, maintained correctly with Nikwax, will outperform membrane and coating-based waterproof systems. The durable fabrics and high quality components used in our garments contribute to their longevity.
Under the terms of our Lifetime Guarantee, any manufacturing defect will be rectified, free of charge, for the life of the garment. Any damage by accident or normal ‘wear and tear’ can be repaired by our workshop at a reasonable cost.
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