Quick Summary
The Rab Women’s Microlight Down Gilet is a black, size M insulated layer with 700-fill down. It weighs 258 g and has a regular fit, adjustable hem and elasticated armholes. The listing describes it for general use and hill walking.
Key Details
| Detail | Product information and buyer relevance |
|---|---|
| Model and variant | Rab Microlight, model 1081743-029, in black, size M. |
| Insulation | 700-fill down with a Nikwax hydrophobic treatment. These details describe the insulation but do not establish how warm it will feel in every condition. |
| Outer fabric | 100% recycled polyamide with a DWR finish. The listing describes the finish as water-resistant but gives no protection rating. |
| Fit and adjustment | Regular fit, elasticated armholes and an adjustable hem. Check how it fits over the layers you intend to wear beneath it. |
| Weight | 258 g, as stated in the listing. |
| Packing | It packs into one of its zipped pockets. No packed dimensions are given. |
| Length reference | A centre-back length of 66 cm is given for size 12, not size M. |
What to Compare Before Buying
- Size and layering: Check the size information for this variant and consider how the regular fit works over your intended layers.
- Weather protection: The listing specifies a DWR finish but no water-resistance rating. Check whether that stated finish meets your needs for the conditions you expect.
- Packability: It packs into a zipped pocket, but its packed size is not specified. Consider whether that suits your available bag space.
Compatibility, Size and Fit
This is the women’s black size M variant. The stated 66 cm centre-back length applies to size 12, so do not use it as the measurement for size M.
Planning a Layering Check
Before taking it on a walk, try the gilet over the mid-layer you expect to wear and check how the armholes and adjustable hem feel when you move. If you plan to wear an outer layer as well, check that the combination fits and that its weather protection suits the conditions.
Before You Decide
Confirm the black size M variant, check the fit over your intended layers, and decide whether the stated DWR finish provides the weather protection you need.
