The Best All-Round Waterproof Jacket? | Mountain Equipment Makalu Review

[@rideholme7351]

From short local walks to long distance trails, sounds like the perfect jacket for when the weather takes a turn for the worst, and if it’s anything like my 23year old ME waterproof trousers it’ll keep me dry for years to come.

[@CrossOfThoughts]

I'd wear it on all of my hilly/mountain hikes in the UK, and take it on my travels next year to New Zealand! 🤞

[@pascale_1587]

I'd love to wear this out on hikes in the Yorkshire Dales and on rainy day adventures in the Peaks!! Would be perfect as my rain jacket is very much worn out now!

[@terran3an1981]

Just purchased one of these. Can't wait to take it to Scotland and Wales to try it out!

[@beans5797]

Perfect for some walks/runs in the peaks and lakes this winter 👍

[@dominicpilkington9576]

I’d take it up to Scotland if I get a chance to go up this winter for some winter climbing!

[@janine7634]

Love the mountain equipment brand. I’d wear it on all my hikes in the peaks, lakes, wales and Scotland ⛰️

[@jimmcewen8994]

Just be outside!! From walks to watching the local rugby club! Fresh air is our best medicine!

[@JacsB-Ldx]

Love that it’s a more eco-friendly jacket 🙌 I once bought a ME jacket for £10 in one of the Outside tent sales many many years ago. It went everywhere with me, to crags, in the mountains, and on muddy bike rides, before it got relegated to the garden. One day, I finally admitted it was time to say goodbye 😢 Maybe the Makalu can replace that old blue jacket for all the new adventures still to come 😍

[@richardsaunders9097]

It’d go absolutely everywhere with me, from local footpaths with my daughter and the old foul weather trail run to Ethel and Wainwright bagging with mates. A nice strong jacket like that will last for many adventures.

[@jameswood669]

The perfect jacket for strolling around the Edale skyline this time of year. 😊

[@jamejoc]

I’d be wearing it on my first Scottish winter season this year!

[@charliemackie2530]

Perfect for day to day use in town when it's wetter then an otters pocket, through to outdoor use in the Peak and some mountainous wanders, when conditions are too full on. Though it looks like it would probably deal with more than you'd expect!

[@henryhenderson1778]

This jacket would become the daily grab and go waterproof for every wet weather event sheffield has to offer! Will always be in my bag from daily commutes to sport or bouldering trips abroad

[@kraftywytch]

It would get used on my weekend walks find new local hike trails and beauty spots to be used on every adventure we take the scouts on. A good waterproof is a must for camp especially when its time to either pitch up or strike down as the weather is normally relentless.

[@andybradshaw3168]

Had my eye on this from Outside for a while - looks awesome and a perfect coat for the dog walks and hikes through Lancashire and Yorkshire - fingers crossed!!

[@emilythorp9690]

Living on the west of Scotland this jacket would be a saviour. It’d come on any trip from wild coastal walks to hiking through the glens and forests. My last raincoats racked up some serious mileage but has definitely seen better days!

[@mollyworth8438]

At the crag every weekend at the moment! But hopefully further afield too, long trips to Scotland and the alps over summer!

[@matthewmulvany9309]

It’d go everywhere I go, these technical garments are no longer just worn by hardened “outside” types in the wilds, but are increasingly sported by those less hardened that can make day-to-day life that bit more comfortable in these winter months.

[@gavinwatson757]

Love the brand. I think the first place I would wear it would be to go to outside on a rainy day to put some gear that the jacket is replacing into the Re-Action bin. And maybe pick up a new Fitzroy Jkt or kryos

[@kirksinspace]

I'd enjoy wearing it on my family walks around the High Peak. Looks perfect for a spot of rain!

[@lukemagee462]

I'd wear it ticking off a few Monroes up in Scotland. It definitely had the credentials to stand up to the worst of the Scottish weather!. And some wet weekends in Wales too.

[@Paul-ry7rv]

I'd like to get up Pen Y Fan again with the weather being a little more interesting. This seems perfect.

[@michellekoretz7317]

I have a green one but would love one in another colour, they are fantastic, completely waterproof and lightweight. I wear mine everytime its pouring with rain whether on a long walk or down the shops!

[@GuyNash]

I've been absolutely soaked on walks in the Lake District with a lesser jacket so much so I had to curtail a few walks. Would love to return with this jacket and finish a few uncompleted walks.

[@chrisbarry1556]

Would love to take it on a tour of some bothys in the Cairngorms, throwing in a winter ridge or two

[@katemcalpine6627]

Brilliant for my local area in the Peaks, the Dark Peak especially. With the claggy and wet weather on the plateau, this would keep me dry 👌

[@guydinsdale3645]

Up in the lakes although have to wait until the road are cleared of snow

[@leanneatlee2228]

Take it on every adventure I plan for 2024 in the UK!!! Looking forward to getting out in any weather

[@MsEK_UK]

I used to love taking long walks in nearby parks in Kent - they were my means of self care and mindfulness. But for the past 4 years I've suffered with back pain and am lucky if I can manage a walk around the block. I finally at the point of being able to go for those longer walks and treks again and some wind and rain aren't going to stop me, so I'd wear this lovely jacket for just that :)

[@gabrieletchell3200]

After having failed the hike to the mueller hut in Mount cook village. I'll be taking this jacket straight back there with me to give it another whirl. Let's see if we can take it to 1700m!

[@jas1869]

Where wouldn't I take it?! But favourite spots, Peak District and SW Wales

[@jacquescroze]

Oooo, that will be the perfect coat upgrade for some winter climbing in Scotland early next year

[@unclebob8419]

Great video. I would wear the Makalu when going up peaks in the Yorkshire Dales and Peak District. I'd also wear it around town during the colder months.

[@acroallmountaineering7408]

Where would I use it? Lakes, Scotland, Alps next week..

[@neillwilkinson1031]

Being used a lot in grim weather, well count me in for any adventure in any place in the UK. I think that type of weather happens where ever you go at any time of the year here!! Beach or Mountain!

[@nathanstrange3915]

I'd hopefully getting up to Scotland this winter where it'd come in handy!

[@Vickers-Vacations]

100s of wet days here living in Scotland I would be so thankful for this!

[@arthurhumphreys7190]

Lots of places! Mainly in Snowdonia. I am not getting any younger and living with Bronchiectasis I need reliable clothing to make my walking adventures enjoyable.

[@michaelmcdowell3463]

Currently training for my ML so would definitely be using this bad boy out in the Irish hills

[@liamm7613]

This is so needed, I want 2024 to be a big year with me and the outdoors pushing my limits and living life to the fullest! Great prize 🥳

[@iNerdJan]

I’ll definitely have to take a look at this jacket - excited to maybe take this to the alps!

[@ellieh7361]

I love my ME down jacket so this would be a great accompaniment ! I would wear it to finish off my winter wainwright challenge as a local Lake District dweller!

[@nessthirsk8300]

This is amazing. I'd definitely take this to orkney and shetland next year. Just planning my trip now.

[@steviestarship]

I spend my weekends walking over the Pentland Hills just outside of Edinburgh so this would be a very welcome addition to my wardrobe.

[@dankassassin9514]

I'd be off straight to the lake district in one of those... Keswick and Derwentwater. Beautiful jacket

[@JamesSomerville-g1b]

Ideal for some hiking and climbing trips I’ve got coming up in Scotland and the Lakes!

[@MrTicktock13]

I’m hoping to do some Scottish winter climbing and some wet Snowdonia scrambles!

[@lillimeadows1372]

I’d wear it EVERYWHERE! But…especially in the peaks and fells…perfect for those chilly, wet days on the hills with the dogs 🐕 ⛰️ 🥾 🧗 xx

[@thinedgeclimbing]

I'd wear it on my up and coming women's winter climbing and skills course in the Cairngorms!

[@susanjezewski2634]

I'd weared my jacket over the Christmas holidays walking in the beautiful Peak District. I love walking around Hathersage and coming into the shop for a well en coffee . I never walk out of the shop enter handed lol

[@gillianb8300]

Sounds perfect for me rambling in Scotland on those days of long drizzle.

[@sianthorpe7525]

This would be a great coat to take with me to New Zealand and then for all rainy UK walks (especially rainy rainy Wales)

[@katiehopewell7510]

All ready have one mountain equipment jacket and it’s amazing, would definitely use this one for when outdoor climbing would especially be useful for the walk in’s.

[@FossilGirl85]

We are usually out walking all weekend, wherever we can with our dog Luna. Always take a waterproof, never tempt the fates, it would go everywhere! Local walks and in our National Park holidays 😊

[@tbfilms3351]

Would definitely wear this for a session at Chatsworth Edge for the 51 weeks of the year it's not dry

[@DPEAAndrews]

I’d wear it when I was manning checkpoints/chasing the kids around on the next crazy adventure (this years was the Hope Valley Round to raise money for Edale Mountain Rescue!)

[@deacondeacondeacon]

I'd wear the Makalu Jacket from the top of New Mills down to the crag under the bridge, whilst looking for the only dry rock within 150 miles after 6 days of rain. I'd wear it on the way back to the car too, not forgetting to stop at New Mills kebab shop for an XL Doner kebab and cheesy chips. Days like these are rare and deserve to be cherished.

[@markypeck]

Would wear this when taking my son for a walk. He's starting to learn to hike! Wonderful brand. ❤

[@francisvarga4153]

Out and about in the peak keeping me nice and dry from that side way's wind!

[@naomikeirawright7540]

Perfect for long days in the hills as part of my Lakeland 50 training!

[@alex.mortz9]

Would definitely wear it on all my climbing/hiking/camping trips! But it would definitely be coming on my upcoming trip to the lakes!

[@samgreen9302]

This coat would be used for daily wet dog walks along with using it on the many adventures I have planned this year including the Yorkshire 3 peaks and amwa copper, bronze and silver backpacking!

[@SLongden94]

From short local walks around the eternally wet Buxton and the Peak District, to bigger adventures in the Lake District and Scotland, this jacket would see it all!! ❤

[@antonioamaral3125]

Perfect to take to take climbing when it's windy and might be rainy

[@philipcollins6122]

Planning on walking The South West Coast Path in 2024 and I would wear The Mountain Equipment Makalu Waterproof Jacket when the rain pours down. The path is 630 miles long and runs from Minehead in Somerset in Poole in Dorset. The weather can be quite changeable and important to carry a waterproof jacket with me. This quality one would stop me getting sweaty. My current waterproof isn't goretex and I can over heat in it. This one is comfortable and stylish

[@thesouljacker1291]

Mountain Equipment produce some wonderful reliable kit. Would most likely head up to Scotland for a wander around

[@charlieday997]

Would be a great coat to wear, out climbing in the Pyrenees or wales when I go next !

[@vulpesvulpes8374]

Perfevt for some regular hikes in Llanberis and North Yorkshire 🌱

[@leegates7937]

I would put it through its paces in Scotland, doing mixed ice climbing and to Peru next year on alpamayo

[@Alex1211s]

Looking forward to my trip to north wales this January, and it would be amazing to bring this jacket with me! Hoping for some winter conditions, fingers crossed 🤞🤞🤞

[@engineer4862]

Is there a black version of this jacket? Other jackets that have the similar features are way more expensive than the Makalu jacket.

[@JackT2829]

Mountain Equipment kit fits great, is durable and looks the part. Perfect for a damp day light scrambling in the Lake District

[@finleypoppet]

I love this jacket. I'd wear it on my trip to the Austrian Tyrol next year.

[@alexekins5856]

Absolutely using this working in the Scottish Hills this winter

[@paulhopkins7261]

I really like this jacket much quieter then the lhotse and I would use it hiking and scrambling around snowdonia over the winter!

[@owenmckenzie4145]

Walking up in the NW Highlands! Keep the rain out nicely 😊

[@donnaweston9451]

Walks in the Forest with the Furbaby 🤩😉

[@traceybright9762]

In Edinburgh walking my dogs everywhere! Usually always raining this would be amazing 🤩

[@ianwoodvine5558]

I live on Anglesey and plan on doing the coastal path round the full circumference of the Island - this jacket would be perfect for the task 👍👍👍🤞🤞🤞

[@MsMDoris]

I would love to take this to my trip of Isle of Skye up on the Cullin Mountains and to help finish off ticking the Wainwrights in the Lake District 😊

[@AdamHayden-bo5nb]

Straight into the Scottish winter season for some mixed mountaineering with my son! 🏔️

[@chrismcclellan1826]

Love this jacket, I would wear it at work around Eryri, with the young people of Coventry

[@TimWebber]

Ingleborough to see if I'd be any dryer than the last time I went up

[@ben-op4fr]

With the new jacket it would firstly replace my old, dusty Columbia jacket and become my new everyday use jacket. Hopefully take it with me when I go travelling in Asia through the monsoon season in August!

[@charlotteferrier2671]

I would wear it climbing my first Munro in Scotland next year!

[@CamTrower]

Love mountain equipment gear. I would use around north wales and the Peak District 😊

[@Gsus94]

Been wanting one of these jackets for a long time. I would be out on hills and mountains every spare day i have wearing this :)

[@harryleaver3136]

Looks good to take walking when the weather is doing its thing

[@lorsh78]

I’d wear this hillwalking in the Highlands. I’m working my way round the Munros but I have plenty of options on my doorstep living in the Outdoor Capital of the UK. 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

[@17Hasland]

100% would be wearing this on my days at Stanage Plantation. Also probably on my walks to the supermarket haha!

[@connaghlaunchbury6689]

I'd take it to North Wales as will probaly be raining and will beuseful for the Welsh 3000s im sure!

[@Tinkssparkle]

If I had the Mountain Equipment Makalu jacket, I'd wear it on all my hiking adventures around the UK, especially the fells of the lakes and munros of the Highlands!

[@jeremyletwin6120]

I would wear this jacket for walking and fell running in the Lake District

[@grahammathieson8624]

I would use it well walking in the ochil hills here in Clackmannanshire Scotland

[@grahammathieson8624]

@account_for_giveaway_dmI won thanks can’t believe it what do I need to do now

[@tricky157]

Out and about in London, the Wandle Trail and walking to and from our allotment

[@diogo.ontherun]

This would be an amazing addition to my adventures around the place I'm lucky to call home, the Lake District!

[@garethpowell9891]

Mountain equipment is a great brand, I live in the Brecon Beacons so perfect for Pen y Fan or Corn Ddu 👍

[@paulsainsbury-2712]

I would take it on the Tour de Mont Blanc and maybe a summit attempt!

[@tomlees7671]

I'll wear this jacket on long Christmas walks in Kirkby Lonsdale!