Aside from that the rest of the jacket fits him perfectly, with barely any hem lift, a good hood, and two of the best pockets we've come across. You can pull it up over a helmet, but then don't expect to be able to zip the jacket up beyond the top of your chest, or move your head much.

The two way zip also allows easy access to climbing or rucksack harnesses adding to the versatility of the jacket.

Head movement is unrestricted; the lightly reinforced brim offers just enough structure to resist flapping madly in the wind; and the collar comes up high to provide maximum protection for the neck and chin.

Granite stretch thermal nylon sheds light rain with a DWR treated surface attempting to keep you dry. Rather than being a figure-hugging 'active' cut, the body is best described as medium-roomy, with enough space to fit the Morphosis over a couple of under-layers but without being so baggy that it gets in the way or flaps in the wind. Positioned high enough to access when wearing a rucksack hipbelt or a harness, these are great for storing anything you'd need in a jacket, although if you put something like a phone in there it tends to move around quite a bit while climbing.This zonally constructed jacket uses air permeable Marmot M2 softshell and GORE® WINDSTOPPER® fabrics — a combo that creates an incredibly comfortable, breathable garment that's also windproof and highly water resistant. Where material has been removed, it's been removed; where it's been reinforced, it's been reinforced; and where weight can be saved, it's been saved. For the demands of climbing and mountaineering it seems a good idea to use a tough zip, though it's worth mentioning that the Psiphon's only has one zipper which makes it hard to access a belay loop if it's worn over a harness.

Relatively short in the body, and with limited articulation in the underarms, our reviewer suffers from extreme hem lift when his arms are raised (think bare midriff). Purpose built for rock and alpine climbing, the Psiphon FL is for alpinists who want a light softshell that frees them to move fast in technical terrain. Featuring classic Alpine features; adjustable hood, venting pockets and active tailored fit, this jacket is an outerwear jacket that gets worn, not carried. One large pocket and one smaller pocket might have been better for keeping loose things secure, as two large pockets seem a bit like overkill on a summer weight softshell.

This does not apply to any perishable goods, unsealed software or item personalised or made to your specification. It is your responsibility to inspect the product thoroughly and make sure you are happy with it before wearing/using it. The Dyno Stretch is a favourite among our reviewers when it comes to burly fabric, being perfect for a wide range of rugged activities in cooler and more challenging conditions.

The hybrid construction of the Morphosis pairs an ultra-thin 20 denier nylon outer with a light grid fleece liner, a setup that will be familiar to fans of similar systems such as Rab's Vapour-rise. Using a tough, stretchy, weather resistant outer fabric with a warm brushed lining, the Dyno XT is perfect for cold weather mountaineering, climbing, walking and trekking; truly one of the most versatile winter jackets available. Its wired brim means that it remains solid in all conditions and its size means you can fit it on easily over a helmet, without limiting head movement at all. Were we to be out on a cold day, the Dyno Stretch would be high on the list among the softshells on test, as it has a more burly feel compared to most of its lighter rivals. There's very little to say here, and if you're looking for the lightest possible softshell for summer use then that has to be a good thing.A fully adjustable hood is compatible with a climbing helmet giving this jacket a versatile edge on others as well as a wired peak keeping you well protected. Finance is provided by PayPal Credit (a trading name of PayPal UK Ltd, Whittaker House, Whittaker Avenue, Richmond-Upon-Thames, Surrey, United Kingdom, TW9 1EH). The wool-insulated sections are shelled with polyamide fabric, which seems to offer a good balance of weather protection, lightness and durability. Wind resistance is good and breathability high, so for high output activities in windy-but-warm weather this is a good option. The downside of this lightweight fabric on the hood is it that doesn't maintain its shape amazingly in the wind; there's no structure in the brim for instance.