Mountain Equipment Switch vest, Cosmos
SWITCH VEST is a very light middle layer of hybrid construction with excellent thermal insulation POLARTEC® Alpha® on the chest and fleece knit Pontetorto® Tecnostretch on the back and sides. You can wear the SWITCH VEST in the morning during cold climbs or you can put it on during downtime during the ascent. It will also serve great as an insulating layer during frosty descents.
- POLARTEC® Alpha® insulating layer (50 g) on the chest. The upper material is lightweight Nylon 20D RS, which is stretchy, breathable and windproof.
- Pontetorto ® Tecnostretch 187 fleece knit used for back and side panels. great fitting cut for active and unrestricted fast movement.
- Flat seams for great comfort when worn directly on the body.
- Full opening YKK® zipper.
- Two insulated side pockets and one chest pocket with zipper.
- Elastic bottom hem.
- Packable in its own pocket, you can fasten it to the seat with a carabiner using two loops.
Original POLARTEC® Alpha® military technology
The POLARTEC® Alpha® fabric was originally developed for the US military. This is a new technology with active insulation that can regulate body temperature both when moving and standing. In this design, it also has great breathability, thanks to which you don't have to take off every now and then or add more layers when it's cold. In addition, POLARTEC® Alpha® has excellent thermal insulation properties with minimal weight, is easy to pack, dries quickly and is easy to wash.Top material PONTETORTO® Tecnostretch
The back and sides of the SWITCH VEST hybrid vest are made of PONTETORTO® Tecnostretch. On the inside, it has a grid structure that perfectly wicks away sweat and regulates body temperature. At the same time, the channels create air pockets, thanks to which the vest provides excellent thermal insulation. Thanks to this structure, it is exceptionally light, breathable and elastic.Put it on and stay warm
As the name itself suggests, the SWITCH VEST is intended for rapid changes in climatic conditions. Definitely pack it for winter mountaineering or ski touring and ski alpinism. Within a few moments, you will start to feel a pleasant warmth on your body and you will immediately feel better. You don't have to worry even with high physical exertion. Whether it's POLARTEC® Alpha® or Pontetorto® Tecnopile fleece, both technologies have great breathability and dry quickly.Two-year guarantee without compromise
You must always rely on the equipment. So if something is wrong, you have an uncompromising two-year warranty. If you discover a manufacturing defect, send the goods to us and we will hand them over directly to the service center in Munich, which will take care of the rest.Post-warranty service
If you damage the equipment yourself, the service center in Munich will repair it. Just send it to us and we will take care of everything.Color: Cosmos
Type of insulating material: synthetics
DWR (Durable Water Repellent): No
Fleece: Pontetorto® Tecnostretch
Hood: without hood
Amount of insulating material: 50
Main zipper model: YKK
Zipper model on the pockets: YKK
Hood adjustability: No
Name of insulating material: POLARTEC® Alpha®
Softshell name: Tecnostretch 187
Detachable hood: No
Wind resistance: Yes
Water resistance: No
Area weight of insulation: 50
Extended back: No
Recco rescue system: No
Fiber strength: 20
Snow belt: No
Pulling the bottom hem: No
Stretch material: Yes
Fit: Active Fit
Manufacturer: Mountain Equipment
Sex | Men |
Colour | blue |
Material | mix of materials |
Sport | hiking, ski mountaineering, alpinism, climbing, via ferrata |
product ID | 183797 |




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