Berghaus Men's Cornice GORE-TEX Jacket

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The two way zip is excellent, the long sleeves are great as I can hide my hands and the velcro fastening of the hood even works when wearing a thick scarf.

Whether hiking up Catbells peak or walking along the Northumberland coast the Mens Cornice III GORE-TEX Walking Jacket is a true tried and tested Berghaus waterproof jacket. But after 12 - 18 months regular wear, water repellency quickly starts to wane and washing in Tech Wash does nothing to revive it. The original one, which must now be over 20 years old, is still in use as a gardening jacket and although in a pretty decrepit condition, still keeps the rain out! To reproof the jacket first you will need to clean the jacket from any dirt or grime by using a recommended cleaner such as Nikwax Tech Wash [NO Detergents or Softeners]. How nice to know that I can replace my own in the future and recommend to friends a product and a supplier that is first class.Only worn once in a heavy down pour and was totally waterproof, will need to wear all day in rain to test it properly. Packed full of features for comfort and performance and constructed of 2-Layer GORE-TEX® fabric for great breathability and complete waterproofness – everything you need from a jacket and more for your next hike. It kept the rain out in times of need, and yet had enough weight to keep the cold out on a bitter day. Great product, does what it says on the adverts , not what some PR person dreams up and production fails to meet.

Made from Adelaide 2-Layer GORE-TEX®, it's completely waterproof and windproof, yet light enough to be comfortable even when you're trekking long distances. Complete with an adjustable roll-away hood and a knit lined collar, both comfort and protection are provided, no matter the conditions. The Cornice was first introduced in 1993 and since then, come wind, rain or shine, it has been the jacket of choice for walkers. What a pleasure to get a jacket that is 100% waterproof,and so well made very impressed with Berghaus,also very comfortable,wish i had done this sooner. It is difficult to give five stars for a garment unless you have owned it for a couple of years as only time can tell if it is going to be worth the expense however initially I am very impressed.If in colder weather a suitable synthetic or down insulated jacket with add further warmth however may be too warm if on a very active activity. I've had my current jacket for nearly 10 years and have used it almost every day for dog walking in all weathers as well as hillwalking in Ireland, Scotland, Lake District and Yorkshire. Being able to zip in a fleece is a useful feature especially in winter, but this does affect the breathability a lot.

It is very well made and fits well, and the 2 hand pockets and 1 inner map pocket (both zipped) are deep enough . I bought this as a replacement for a 'waterproof' jacket from a different company - two of these leaked within one year. The Cornice III jacket is constructed with a durable and waterproof Gore-Tex fabric, which provides superior protection against rain, wind, and snow. Same applies to this current purchase as I knew what I was getting and am happy with the jacket overall. It's smart and distinguished enough to be worn over a business suit, but is also great for football watching.Make more of your favourite walks with the waterproof Long Cornice Jacket InterActive – a longer-length version of a Berghaus classic. My only criticism, and it is a personal one, is that I like a lot of pockets and an extra pocket (like the map pocket) could easily have been duplicated on the right hand side of the jacket. They are large enough to keep my hands warm (if there is space left), but would be too small for my husband's hands.

The good: Berghaus know a bit about build quality, they've been at it for decades, and Goretex fabric is tip top. What you wear under a waterproof jacket can be a very subjective question depending on what activity you are doing. However, the other 2 pockets are usually full of gear that I need for working, so I had hoped that these pockets are a bit bigger than they are - they are just so ok. The Men's Cornice Interactive III Jacket combines fully waterproof yet breathable GORE-TEX® fabric with an excellent hood, deep pockets and a longer cut for extra coverage.

Having had a similar jacket before, it is pleasing that the quality of Berghaus, coupled with the Gore-Tex product, maintains the reliability and attributes expected from this sort of equipment. It is waterproof, windproof and breaths well provided you do not have too many layers for the breathability to cope with.