Mountain Equipment

Men's Makalu GORE-TEX Waterproof Jacket

Sale price€399.99
Size: Size chart
Mountain Equipment Size Guide – Great Outdoors
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Mountain Equipment® — Size Guide

Find Your Mountain Equipment Size

The charts below give body measurements that each garment size is designed to fit. Measured wearing only baselayers or light clothing.

Men's Clothing
Body measurements in centimetres (cm). Measured wearing baselayers or light clothing — tape firm but not tight.
Tip: If you are between sizes, go up to the next size. Garment sizing already accounts for whether the item is close-fitting or designed to be worn over layers.
Men's Jackets, Tops & Legwear
Size (UK) EU US Chest (cm) Waist (cm)
XXS 44 XXS 80–86 64–69
XS 46 XS 86–92 69–74
S 48 S 92–98 74–79
M 50 M 98–104 79–84
L 52 L 104–110 84–89
XL 54 XL 110–116 89–94
XXL 56 XXL 116–122 94–99
3XL 58+ XXXL 122–128 99–104
Men's Inside Leg / Inseam (cm)
Length Short Regular Long
Inside Leg 73.5 cm 79.5 cm 84.5 cm

How to Measure

1
ChestMeasure at the fullest part of your chest, keeping the tape horizontal. Tape should be firm but not tight.
2
WaistMeasure at the narrowest point above the pelvis, keeping the tape horizontal.
3
Inside LegMeasure from the crotch to the bottom of the ankle along the inside of the leg while standing.
Women's Clothing
Body measurements in centimetres (cm). Measured wearing baselayers or light clothing — tape firm but not tight.
Tip: If you are between sizes, go up to the next size. Hips are often the best size predictor for women's legwear.
Women's Jackets, Tops & Legwear
Size UK EU US Chest (cm) Waist (cm) Hip (cm)
XS 8 34 4 82–87 64–69 88–93
S 10 36 6 87–92 69–74 93–98
M 12 38 8 92–97 74–79 98–103
L 14 40 10 97–102 79–84 103–108
XL 16 42 12 102–107 84–89 108–113
XXL 18 44 14 107–112 89–94 113–118
Women's Inside Leg / Inseam (cm)
Length Short Regular Long
Inside Leg 73.5 cm 79.5 cm 84.5 cm

How to Measure

1
ChestMeasure at the fullest part of your chest, keeping the tape horizontal. Tape should be firm but not tight.
2
WaistMeasure at the narrowest point above the pelvis, keeping the tape horizontal.
3
HipWith feet shoulder-width apart, measure at the fullest point of your hips, keeping the tape horizontal.
4
Inside LegMeasure from the crotch to the bottom of the ankle along the inside of the leg while standing.
Gloves & Mitts
Hand circumference in centimetres (cm), measured at the widest part of the palm excluding the thumb, with fingers relaxed.
Tip: Measure your dominant hand. Keep fingers in a relaxed position with the palm facing up. The tape should be firm but not tight. If between sizes, size up for a more comfortable fit.
Glove Size Chart — Hand Circumference (cm)
Size Men (cm) Women (cm)
XS 18.5–19.5 16–17.5
S 19.5–21 17.5–18.5
M 21–22 18.5–19.5
L 22–23.5 19.5–20.5
XL 23.5–24.5
XXL 24.5–25.5

How to Measure — Gloves

1
Palm UpHold your dominant hand with the palm facing upward and fingers in a relaxed, natural position.
2
Wrap the TapeWrap a soft tape measure around the widest part of your palm, excluding your thumb. The tape should be firm but not tight.
3
Find Your SizeUse the measurement in centimetres to find your size in the chart above. If between sizes, go up to the larger size.
Colour: Dusk/cosmos
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Benefits
gore-tex waterproofing
breathable underarm vents
3-layer shell
A durable GORE-TEX alpine shell delivering waterproof protection for year-round mountain use.

The Mountain Equipment Makalu Men’s Jacket is a proven GORE-TEX waterproof shell built for mountaineering, climbing, and year-round hiking. Combining durable 75D protection with breathable comfort, it performs in sustained alpine rain and storm exposure. A reliable technical shell for serious mountain use.

Want to read our full thoughts on the Makalu Jacket? You can read our full review on our blog here: Mountain Equipment Makalu GORE-TEX jacket review


Features

  • 3-layer GORE-TEX ePE waterproof construction

  • Fluorocarbon-free DWR for reduced environmental impact

  • Durable 75D outer fabric for alpine robustness

  • Fully adjustable, helmet-compatible mountain hood

  • Alpine Fit with pre-shaped sleeves for mobility

  • Two-way YKK® Aquaguard® front zip

  • Two-way underarm ventilation zips

  • 2 large hand pockets with water-resistant YKK® zips

  • Napoleon chest pocket with water-resistant zip

  • Laminated internal zip pocket

  • Adjustable laminated cuffs

  • Dual hem drawcord adjustment

  • Packs down for efficient storage

  • Designed for heavy packs and harsh conditions

Customer Reviews

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Celine De Looze

Excellent quality, lovely colour

D
Declan
Great jacket but has issues

Had the Makalu just over a year and loved it, great fit, very comfortable and weatherproof. Then the zip on the chest pocket busted for no apparent reason, it got very little use.

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John Deegan
Perfect winter hiking jacket

This jacket is guaranteed to keep you dry and well seen on hiking trips. Great price point for the high quality. I'm 6'1 and ordered a medium and it's perfect.

Product Type: Waterproof Hardshell Jacket
Primary Use: Mountaineering, Hiking & Trekking
Fabric Technology: GORE-TEX ePE 3-Layer
Outer Fabric: 75D 100% Recycled Polyester
Waterproof Rating: 28,000mm Hydrostatic Head
Breathability: RET <20
DWR Treatment: Fluorocarbon-Free
Fit: Alpine Fit
Hood: Fully Adjustable, Helmet Compatible
Ventilation: Two-Way Underarm Pit Zips
Front Zip: Two-Way YKK® Aquaguard®
Pockets: 2 Hand, 1 Napoleon, 1 Internal Zip
Cuffs: Adjustable Laminated Cuffs
Hem: Dual Drawcord Adjustment
Weight: 525g (Size L)

We offer free delivery on all orders over €75, and €5.95 for all orders under €75.
 -We aim to ship all orders placed before 1:00pm on the same business day and have it delivered next-day, but in busy periods this can take longer, so allow for up to 3 working days for fulfillment.


We accept returns within 31 days of receiving the item, either in-store or by post. 
- All items returned must be suitable to be sold again as new. For our full returns policy - click here.
- In-store returns are Free of charge, and returns posted with An Post via our returns page are €5 from a post office, or €6 collected from your home.
- All returns can be organised with An Post click & post, and will be fulfilled as soon as they arrive back at our store. Click here to start a return.