Performance:Īs an “Active Insulation” layer the Ascendant is designed to be used during aerobic activities in cool environments. It’s warmer, more durable and more breathable. The Polartec Alpha Direct insulation is like polar fleece on steroids. Of course fewer layers of fabric also means that the jacket is more breathable as well. Further weight savings were realized through the use of the newish Alpha™ Direct insulation which doesn’t require an interior facing fabric. For comparison, the Uberlayer was using a slightly heavier 30d outer fabric and 98g/m 2 Polartec Alpha insulation. The Ascendant features a 20d ripstop Pertex® Quantum outer facing fabric that’s stretch woven with 95g/m 2 Polartec® Alpha™ Direct insulation. Insulation: Polartec® Alpha™ Direct (95g/m 2).Very breathable but still wind resistant and warm it’s ideal for keeping a nice even body temp. The Ascendant became my go-to jacket for ski touring this past spring. This new active insulation layer from Outdoor Research takes advantage of some newer tech to make a more breathable and lighter hoody without changing the overall warmth offered by its predecessor. For other pieces of Outdoor Research gear that I love, check out the Petra Pants, the Antora Hoody, and the Isolation pack.Move over Uberlayer, there’s a new put-on, leave-on layer in town called the Ascendant. Once my Uberlayer is too filthy to wear to work (or if it’s really warm out), the Ascendant is the jacket that I pick up until I have the chance to do laundry again.īuy the Outdoor Research Ascendant Hoody through REI or Outdoor Research for $249. I’m not getting rid of my Ascendant Hoody anytime soon. However, because mine is grey, it’s not something that pops in photos, and therefore, not the first layer on my body when I’m out shooting. Now, it comes in more fun colors like purple and blue. The Ascendant was originally an REI exclusive and offered in only two colors. Lastly if you’ve been following my blog, you know that I love bright colors. The Ascendant has much less insulation, compared to the Uberlayer. I also tend to get really cold, unless it’s the middle of summer with no air conditioning. That’s one thing I wish that Outdoor Research kept on this lighterweight little sister. Things fall out of my slip pockets often. Zippered hand pockets are incredibly important to me. If I had to pick between the two, the Uberlayer is my first choice every time. They first perfected it with the Uberlayer, and then added a similar jacket. Outside Magazine says Outdoor Research perfected the mid layer with the Ascendant, but I disagree. It takes forever for me to warm up, so having the Ascendant as an extra layer really helps. I also love it for gym climbing in the winter. The fuzzies (as opposed to polyester ripstop) are much more comfortable when you’re festering in an office environment. The Polartec Alpha Direct Insulation with its fuzzy lining is one thing that I wish more companies did! I wear it over a t-shirt on most days and work up a sweat by the time I get in the office. It’s enough insulation without being too warm. The Ascendant Hoody is generally my go-to for warmer weather commuting. The Ascendant Hoody weighs approximately 10.9 oz. The fit is trim, but you can still fit a baselayer or even another lightweight jacket underneath. The jacket features three pockets: two hand warmers and one zippered chest pocket. When it’s really chilly, thumb loops keep your sleeves in place over your hands. The hood is helmet compatible I’ve pulled it over my bike helmet to protect my cold ears many times. When it’s breezy out, the Ascendant Hoody blocks the wind from reaching your core.
When it starts to sprinkle unexpectedly, the Ascendant Hoody is water resistant. It is non-restricting and moves and breathes with you. The insulation is Polartec® Alpha® Direct Insulation 100% polyester#95 g/m2. The outer is constructed with Pertex® Microlight 100% nylon 20D ripstop stretch woven shell. The Ascendant Hoody is another piece in Outdoor Research’s active insulation line, and active insulation it is. Last spring, the Ascendant Hoody popped onto the line-up, as the Uberlayer’s lightweight little sister. To this day, it’s still one of the pieces that I reach for the most. In 2015, Outdoor Research introduced the Uberlayer Hoody to its line up of puffies.
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