Here’s my opinion on the Haglöfs softshell jacket I used all this summer : the Cobra Jacket.

Overview

Light, stretch, water repellent and breathable hiking softshell jacket (women’s version is the Cobra Q Jacket)

Fabrics:

• Flexable® Soft Shell (90% Polyester, 10% élasthanne)
• Polartec® Power Shield® (80% Polyester, 12% PU, 8% Elasthanne)

Manufacturer’s data:

• Front, back and sleeves in Polartec® Power Shield® for better protection
• Underarm and side panels in Flexable® for greater stretch and reduced bulk
• Chest pocket with laminated zipper
• Two handwarmer pockets
• Full inner flap and chin guard
• Articulated sleeves
• Single-hand cord-adjustable hem
• Comfortable stretch cuffs
• DWR treated
• Weight: 530 g (Size L)

Advantages/Drawbacks

Excellent protection
Stretch
Good accessories
Quality
Nothing to report

Opinion

Haglöfs propose again a really nice product. The excellent protection of this softshell jacket offers you a great comfort during treks (like the Tour du Mont-Blanc) were you will inevitably encounter various weather conditions. Not made for expeditions or mountaineering in extreme conditions, I personally use it for summer mountaineering, although I’m not doing anything extreme.