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#4 on this list
Traverse Jacket & Pant
Lundhags
Nordic-cut 3-layer for trekking. Long back, generous hood, no gimmicks.
- Price
- $225 MSRP
- Reader rating
- No reader votes yet
- How we assessed it
- Specification researched
#5 on this list
Halkon-Anorak / Sarek Anorak
Fjällräven
G-1000 waxed cotton in a full anorak cut. Not waterproof out of the box — wax it, and it becomes rain-country armor.
- Price
- $269 MSRP
- Reader rating
- No reader votes yet
- How we assessed it
- Specification researched
Specs side by side
| Spec | Traverse Jacket & Pant | Halkon-Anorak / Sarek Anorak |
|---|---|---|
| Maker | Lundhags | Fjällräven |
| Type | 3-layer Hardshell | — |
| Fit | Trekking (Generous) | — |
| Primary Use | Multi-day trekking, Backpacking | Robust weather protection, bushcraft |
| Origin | Sweden | — |
| Key Feature | Durability, Extended Coverage | — |
| Material | — | G-1000 Original (65% Polyester, 35% Cotton) |
| Weight (approx. M) | — | 780g |
| Style | — | Pullover Anorak |
| Waterproofness | — | Wax-dependent |
What our reviewers liked and didn't
Traverse Jacket & Pant
- Exceptional weather protection, even in sustained storms
- Outstanding durability and abrasion resistance for long-term use
- Generous, articulated fit allows for comfortable layering
- Extended back length provides superior coverage
- High-quality components and construction throughout
- Heavier and less packable than ultralight alternatives
- Proprietary membrane details are not fully disclosed
- Might be overkill for casual use or fair-weather outings
Halkon-Anorak / Sarek Anorak
- Exceptional durability and abrasion resistance
- Adaptable weather protection through waxing
- Highly wind-resistant and sheds heavy rain when waxed
- Comfortable deep hood and practical pocketing
- Long lifespan and easily repairable
- Requires manual waxing for full water resistance
- Heavier and bulkier than most modern rain jackets
- Slower to vent and don due to anorak design
- Not as breathable as top-tier membrane shells during high exertion
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