Rab Women's Evolute Hoody

Rab Women's Evolute Hoody

A purpose-built active insulation hoody engineered for hard ascents in variable weather where moisture management and breathability matter as much as warmth. The women's Evolute's Motiv Aero outer fabric wicks sweat outward while PrimaLoft Evolve Active insulation traps warmth at the core for a midlayer that keeps you comfortable and sweat-free when you're working your hardest and adding and removing outer layers throughout the day.

Why We Carry It
It's the active insulation hoody we recommend for women ski tourers, climbers, and mountain runners who want a high-output midlayer that manages moisture aggressively on the climb without becoming a cold, wet liability when the effort drops.

Highlights

• PrimaLoft Evolve Active insulation at 75gsm — A fast-drying active insulation designed for high-output use that traps warm air in a cozy, quick-drying lining without the moisture retention that standard synthetic fills develop during sustained effort. An insulation specification chosen for performance during activity rather than static warmth.
• Motiv Aero single jersey outer fabric with odor control at 85gsm — A soft, high-wicking outer fabric that moves sweat from the inside out for aggressive moisture dispersal during hard efforts. Odor control treatment keeps the hoody wearable across multiple high-output days without washing.
• Drop liner with strategic seam layering — A specially selected fabric combination with a drop liner that optimizes warmth and wicking performance by seaming the layers together in strategic areas to eliminate loose fabric and maintain consistent contact with the skin for effective moisture transfer.
• Mesh hand pockets for ventilation without pit zips — Open the mesh hand pockets to create active airflow and dump heat during sustained efforts without the added weight and complexity of pit zips. A clever ventilation solution that keeps the hoody streamlined without sacrificing thermal management.
• Elasticated hood for helmet compatibility — A close-fitting elasticated hood that stays put under a helmet without the bulk or volume of a structured hood. A practical detail for ski tourers, alpinists, and climbers who need head coverage without helmet incompatibility.
• Flatlock seam construction — Seams stitched flat for a smooth, chafe-free interface under a shell or harness on long sustained efforts where raised seams would cause irritation.
• YKK Vislon center front zip — A durable, reliable zipper for fast, gloves-on opening and closing during transitions and variable effort levels throughout the day.
• Elasticated binding at cuffs and hem — A passive, snag-free seal at the wrists and waist that holds without mechanical adjustment and layers cleanly under a shell without bunching or riding up.
• 10.3-ounce weight — Notably lighter than the men's version at the same performance level for a women's-specific fit and length that disappears in a layering system without adding meaningful weight to a technical kit.

Best For

Women ski tourers, alpinists, climbers, and mountain runners who want a breathable, high-output active insulation hoody for hard ascents in intermittent weather where moisture management and temperature regulation need to perform simultaneously at the core of a layering system.

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