Berghaus Stormcloud Waterproof Jacket - Black

Hydroshell is Berghaus' advanced waterproof and breathable fabric technology. It's engineered to provide durable protection from rain and wind while allowing perspiration to escape, keeping you dry and comfortable during activities.

The jacket features a 10,000 hydrostatic head rating, which means it offers excellent waterproof protection suitable for sustained heavy rain and demanding outdoor conditions. This rating indicates the pressure a column of water can exert before penetrating the fabric.

Yes, absolutely. The Berghaus Stormcloud is designed with outdoor activities in mind. Its zipped hand pockets are strategically placed higher on the torso to ensure they remain accessible even when you're wearing a rucksack with a hip belt.

Always check the care label inside your jacket. Generally, it's recommended to machine wash at 30°C on a gentle cycle using a technical wash for waterproof clothing. Avoid using regular detergents, fabric softeners, or bleach, as these can damage the fabric's waterproof and breathable properties and DWR finish.

The Stormcloud jacket provides excellent waterproof and windproof protection, but it is a lightweight shell and does not offer significant insulation on its own. For cold weather, it is designed to be worn as an outer layer over insulating mid-layers like fleece or down jackets.

A DWR finish is a polymer coating applied to the outer fabric of the jacket. It causes water to bead up and roll off the surface, preventing the fabric from becoming saturated. This helps maintain breathability and keeps you drier. The DWR may need to be reapplied periodically.

The jacket weighs approximately 275g, making it a very lightweight option for a fully waterproof shell. This contributes to its packability and ease of carrying on hikes and expeditions.

While the product description highlights a 'sleek feminine cut' designed to fit nicely around the hips and is listed under 'gender: Female', its technical performance features (waterproofing, breathability, pocket placement) are universal for anyone needing reliable wet weather protection. The fit is the primary differentiating factor.

This indicates the Durable Water Repellent (DWR) finish needs reapplication. Wash the jacket using a technical cleaner and then apply a spray-on or wash-in DWR treatment according to the product's instructions. A low-heat tumble dry (if recommended on the care label) can sometimes reactivate existing DWR.

This is often due to a buildup of condensation, meaning the jacket isn't breathing effectively. Ensure you are wearing appropriate layers underneath (e.g., moisture-wicking base layers, not cotton). Also, ensure the DWR is functional, as a saturated outer fabric can hinder breathability. If problem persists, clean the jacket as per care instructions to remove dirt/oils that might block pores.

The pockets are situated slightly higher on the body specifically to allow access with a rucksack harness. Ensure your rucksack's hip belt is properly adjusted and not positioned too high. If your pack has very large hip belt pockets, they might still interfere, but generally, the jacket's pocket placement is designed to mitigate this.