No-light-duty fabric zones
The Lhotse uses hard-wearing 80D GORE-TEX PRO throughout instead of thinning the torso.
Mountain Equipment
Lhotse Men's Jacket
A 510 g storm-spec mountaineering shell with 80D GORE-TEX PRO ePE, helmet hood, four pockets and two-way pit zips.
- Score
- 6.8/10
- Est. life
- 10 yrs
- Cover
- Unknown
Last-known catalog price
$899.95
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Product Overview
Mountain Equipment's current Lhotse is an 80-denier GORE-TEX PRO ePE mountaineering shell built with fully taped Storm Construction. The $899.95 jacket weighs 510 g and includes the wired Mountain HC helmet hood, two hand pockets, a chest pocket, internal security pocket, two-way AquaGuard front zip...
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Specifications
- OverviewBrand
- Mountain Equipment
- OverviewProduct category
- rain-jackets-and-shells
- OverviewExpected lifespan
- 10 years · We Buy It For Life editorial estimate
- Materials & BuildMaterial
- Fully taped Storm Construction
- Dimensions & WeightWeight
- 0.51 kg · / 18 oz
Why We Love It
The features that make this product stand out from the competition.
Lifetime-oriented service
The brand publishes defect coverage for reasonable product life and repair assessment.
Mature alpine pattern
The long-running Lhotse combines a protective wired hood, glove-ready cuffs and harness-clear storage.
Detailed Quality Score Breakdown
Core Performance
Primary Performance
8.5
AI-assisted preliminary estimate pending editor review and durable-source evidence.
Feature Richness
7.3
Lhotse includes a wired helmet hood, four pockets, two-way front zip, pit zips and laminated cuffs/hem.
Build Quality
7.9
The official page specifies 80D GORE-TEX PRO ePE throughout with fully taped Storm Construction.
Reliability Score
7.3
AI-assisted preliminary estimate pending editor review and durable-source evidence.
Longevity
Durability Rating
7.1
AI-assisted preliminary estimate pending editor review and durable-source evidence.
Wear Resistance
7.2
AI-assisted preliminary estimate pending editor review and durable-source evidence.
Component Replaceability
5.2
AI-assisted preliminary estimate pending editor review and durable-source evidence.
Design Timelessness
7.4
AI-assisted preliminary estimate pending editor review and durable-source evidence.
Serviceability
Repairability
5.3
AI-assisted preliminary estimate pending editor review and durable-source evidence.
Spare Parts Availability
5.1
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Warranty Coverage
7.3
Mountain Equipment covers qualifying defects for the reasonable life of the product and may repair or replace.
Service Network
5.7
AI-assisted preliminary estimate pending editor review and durable-source evidence.
Value
Total Cost of Ownership
6.7
AI-assisted preliminary estimate pending editor review and durable-source evidence.
Resale Value Retention
6.1
AI-assisted preliminary estimate pending editor review and durable-source evidence.
User Satisfaction
7.9
AI-assisted preliminary estimate pending editor review and durable-source evidence.
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What weather protection does the Lhotse Men's Jacket provide?
Mountain Equipment describes the Lhotse as waterproof, windproof and breathable, using GORE-TEX Pro with taped seams throughout. Its product page also identifies the jacket as a mountaineering shell designed for demanding mountain conditions.
Can the Lhotse hood be worn over a climbing helmet?
Yes. The Lhotse's Mountain Helmet Compatible Hood is designed to accommodate a climbing helmet. Mountain Equipment says it has rear volume adjustment and two front adjusters, plus a wired visor intended to help maintain the field of vision in high winds or when wearing eyewear.
What storage does the Lhotse Men's Jacket provide?
The jacket has two outer hand pockets, one outer chest pocket and one inner zipped security pocket. Mountain Equipment specifies waterproof laminated pocket construction, AquaGuard zips and positioning intended to remain accessible with a pack or climbing harness.
How should I wash and reproof the Lhotse jacket?
Mountain Equipment's waterproof-clothing guide recommends emptying pockets, loosening cords and cuffs, securing Velcro, fully closing the zip, then using a specialist waterproof or GORE-TEX-approved cleaner at 30°C on a slow spin. Reproof separately or spray while damp; reactivate the DWR with low, slow heat or the guide's low-heat alternatives.
When should I wash and store the Lhotse?
Wash the waterproof shell when it is visibly dirty or begins to wet out; Mountain Equipment gives four to six weeks as a rough guide for weekend mountain use. Store it fully dry in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight, rather than leaving it compressed at the bottom of a pack.
What does Mountain Equipment's guarantee cover for the Lhotse?
For the original purchaser, Mountain Equipment says its guarantee covers defects in components, materials and workmanship for the product's reasonable life, with repair or replacement at its discretion. It excludes normal wear and tear, accidents and inappropriate use, and requires proof of purchase.
Does the Lhotse fit over other layers?
The Lhotse uses Mountain Equipment's Alpine Fit and is sized to allow a baselayer, lightweight fleece and other mid-layers underneath. The manufacturer notes that it may feel generous over a T-shirt, while people with a slight build who plan to wear only thin layers may want to consider sizing down.
How can I handle a small tear or stiff zip on the Lhotse?
Mountain Equipment's waterproof-care guide says small tears can often be treated at home with specialist repair tape such as Tenacious Tape, while larger tears should go to its Wash & Repair Service. It also recommends keeping zips clean and regularly lubricated with a product such as Gear Aid Zipper Lubricant.
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