The perfect mid-layer for changing conditions: the Rab Conduit Pull-On
The weather in Blighty likes to keep us guessing. It can be quite frustrating when planning a hike with the weather forecast to be bitterly cold, only to find that temperatures rise while you’re on said hike and you end up too hot and sweaty. We’ll leave that lovely image with you for the moment!
Of course, the answer to this is a strategically planned, first class layering system. At BCH Camping we always advise our customers to layer up so that they can instantly react to any changes in temperature or conditions. In fact, we think layering is so helpful to anyone exercising in the great outdoors that we wrote a blog about the art of layering!
In this article we are featuring the Rab Conduit Pull-On which is an ideal mid-layer, available in both the men’s and women’s range.
Before we go into too much detail, let’s recap on how a layering system helps and where a mid-layer fits in.
It is essential when wearing layers of clothing that the fabrics are breathable, otherwise you could overheat and produce too much sweat. Breathability also allows air to travel through the fabric to keep you smelling fresh as a daisy.
Wicking is how moisture, including sweat, is drawn away from the body to evaporate on the outer fabric. Exercise gear is now so technologically advanced that a vast majority of items have wicking properties.
Cotton has no wicking properties. Instead it soaks your sweat in and leaves it against your body, making your fabric wet and leaving you cold. This is why cotton clothing is not ideal for exercising.
As we said, getting your layering choices right is essential to making the entire system work.
‘Conduit’ means a passage for water to move through, so Rab have come up with the perfect name for this versatile pull-on mid-layer fleece, as it wicks away moisture from the body. Fleece is durable, affordable and dries quickly, all of which make it the ideal mid-layer.
Designed for mountain ascents in cold temperatures, the Rab Conduit Pull-On is made from 92% recycled Thermic™ G fleece. The high level of recycled material makes this a good environmental choice.
The Rab Conduit Pull-On is a lightweight gridded fleece with speedy wicking properties for warmth and vital insulation. The double layer collar keeps the wind off your neck while the deep front zip allows the air to flow during the challenging sections of your hike or climb.
The fabric of the Rab Conduit Pull-On is stretchy so offers a superb range of movement including a set in sleeve construction with an underarm panel for easy arm raising.
From BCH Camping, the men’s Rab Conduit Pull-On is available in the Ink colourway, and the women’s Rab Conduit Pull-On is available in Patriot Blue.
S 94cm 76cm 83cm
M 102cm 81cm 86cm
L 109cm 86cm 89cm
XL 117cm 91cm 91cm
10 89cm 72cm 70cm 94cm
12 94cm 76cm 72cm 99cm
14 99cm 81cm 74cm 104cm
16 104cm 86cm 76cm 109cm
The range includes waterproof clothing, fleece jackets, down jackets, synthetic insulation, softshells, thermal base layers, neckwear, hats and wicking tops.
If you would like any further information, get in touch with the BCH Camping team. We’d be happy to help.
Remember, the adventure starts at BCH Camping!
Of course, the answer to this is a strategically planned, first class layering system. At BCH Camping we always advise our customers to layer up so that they can instantly react to any changes in temperature or conditions. In fact, we think layering is so helpful to anyone exercising in the great outdoors that we wrote a blog about the art of layering!
In this article we are featuring the Rab Conduit Pull-On which is an ideal mid-layer, available in both the men’s and women’s range.
Before we go into too much detail, let’s recap on how a layering system helps and where a mid-layer fits in.
The benefits of layering
The three main elements of a layering system are:- A baselayer which can be a top, leggings or thermal liner to be worn next to the skin. The job of a baselayer is to regulate your body temperature.
- Your mid-layer is usually a fleece or shell. It traps your body heat and allows sweat to move through the layering system.
- The outer layer is a shell that protects you from bad weather and/or cold temperatures while enabling sweat to leave the layering system.
Wicking and breathability
When choosing your layers you need to take into account wicking and breathability.It is essential when wearing layers of clothing that the fabrics are breathable, otherwise you could overheat and produce too much sweat. Breathability also allows air to travel through the fabric to keep you smelling fresh as a daisy.
Wicking is how moisture, including sweat, is drawn away from the body to evaporate on the outer fabric. Exercise gear is now so technologically advanced that a vast majority of items have wicking properties.
Cotton has no wicking properties. Instead it soaks your sweat in and leaves it against your body, making your fabric wet and leaving you cold. This is why cotton clothing is not ideal for exercising.
As we said, getting your layering choices right is essential to making the entire system work.
The Rab Conduit Pull-On for your layering system
The Rab Conduit Pull-On is a fleece mid-layer, although it is soft enough against the skin to be worn on its own without a baselayer.‘Conduit’ means a passage for water to move through, so Rab have come up with the perfect name for this versatile pull-on mid-layer fleece, as it wicks away moisture from the body. Fleece is durable, affordable and dries quickly, all of which make it the ideal mid-layer.
Designed for mountain ascents in cold temperatures, the Rab Conduit Pull-On is made from 92% recycled Thermic™ G fleece. The high level of recycled material makes this a good environmental choice.
The Rab Conduit Pull-On is a lightweight gridded fleece with speedy wicking properties for warmth and vital insulation. The double layer collar keeps the wind off your neck while the deep front zip allows the air to flow during the challenging sections of your hike or climb.
The fabric of the Rab Conduit Pull-On is stretchy so offers a superb range of movement including a set in sleeve construction with an underarm panel for easy arm raising.
From BCH Camping, the men’s Rab Conduit Pull-On is available in the Ink colourway, and the women’s Rab Conduit Pull-On is available in Patriot Blue.
Features of the Rab Conduit Pull-On
- Slim fit
- Flatlocked seams to provide improved comfort
- Dropped hem provides greater warmth on the lower back
- 92% Recycled Polyester, 8% Elastane
- Thermic™ G (160gsm) Grid backer recycled polyester fleece
- Weight for a men’s medium is 215g
- Weight for a women’s size 10 is 178g
Sizing guide
These are body measurements alongside the corresponding fleece sizeMen’s Rab Conduit Pull-On
Rab Size Chest Waist SleeveS 94cm 76cm 83cm
M 102cm 81cm 86cm
L 109cm 86cm 89cm
XL 117cm 91cm 91cm
Women’s Rab Conduit Pull-On
Rab Size Chest Waist Sleeve Hips10 89cm 72cm 70cm 94cm
12 94cm 76cm 72cm 99cm
14 99cm 81cm 74cm 104cm
16 104cm 86cm 76cm 109cm
Get in touch with BCH Camping for more information
BCH Camping stock a wide selection of clothing products that are ideal for creating an excellent layering system.The range includes waterproof clothing, fleece jackets, down jackets, synthetic insulation, softshells, thermal base layers, neckwear, hats and wicking tops.
If you would like any further information, get in touch with the BCH Camping team. We’d be happy to help.
Remember, the adventure starts at BCH Camping!
