I own the older version of this jacket and it’s brilliant. I see ME have done away with the emergency whistle that they used to put into one of the pockets. These are excellent jackets and well worth the investment. Simon.
I love how there's plenty of space for layering but I wish it was goretex pro most rugged and that the chinguard came right up to the nose. That would be why I would buy!
Great review as always guys, you could sell snow to Eskimos! Picked up one of the Rab Latok hardshells in your end of season sale, superb piece of kit, and as always the service and price cannot be beaten. Top marks!
Good job, well done Harry and Paul. The Changabang is really burly and the Cardinal(Red/Orange) version was one of the jackets I’d shortlisted before i plumped for the Rab Latok GTX Pro. Must say i do prefer their ‘boxier’ or ‘squarer’ cut, which is more suited to my Rugby player build. Although I’d be interested to know how the AW20/21 Changabang jacket’s use of Gore-Tex’s laminate of the Most Breathable membrane and 80D face fabric will affect its durability in comparison with their previous 80D Gore-Tex Pro version and similar Gore-Tex Pro Most Rugged hard-shells? Kudos on another great review guys. Edrych ymlaen at eich fideo nesaf. Pob hwyl! Bob
The previous generation of the Changabang used old Gore-Tex Pro which is essentially what Gore-Tex Pro Most Breathable is now, so durability wise there will be no difference. In terms of comparing Most Breathable with Most Rugged, it's hard to quantifiably say, but if M.E are using Most Breathable for their toughest variant then I'm fully confident both will be able to take an absolute hammering. The biggest difference to the jacket's overall durability will be the construction of the face fabrics and the quality of construction, which M.E are arguably the best at. Kind regards, Harry.
@@trekittA short update. Eventually purchased the Changabang in-store in the brighter Mykonos Blue colour. Found, in practice, this jacket gives me a little more flexibility & versatility in allowing for additional or warmer insulated layers than my Arc’teryx Alpha SV, Theta SVX or Rab GTX Pro Latok jackets do. As well as offering more storage options for accessories & equipment with the Changabang’s increased pocket count. Perhaps subconsciously admitting that I needed some more room for my middle-age spread(?) Performed faultlessly, keeping me bone dry & simultaneously well ventilated, during the torrential downpours we had this Autumn/early Winter. Genuinely couldn’t be happier. Keep it up guys.
Great review as always. Paul's a bigger fella than me (I say that with the utmost respect and admiration), so I was wondering what size you'd recommend for a 5ft11 and some change (181cm) guy, weighing 10.9 stone/69kg/152ish lbs? Not sure if I should play it safe with the medium, or whether the small might work while also acommodating a few extra layers... Cheers guys.
Slightly tricky one with your sizing there! If you're planning on using it as a winter climbing jacket, then the medium would allow for your extra layers and will also be a little longer for better protection, but equally, you might just squeeze into a small... Do you happen to know your rough chest measurement?
@@trekitt appreciate the quick reply! I'm about 95cm/37.4 in around the chest. I have a feeling that probably makes me even more of a fence-sitter when it comes to sizing... As far as usage goes, might ramp up my winter climbing, but it'll mostly be a 3-season workhorse, and my go-to for skiing in the winter.
That fence is getting really comfortable to sit on! As a 3-season workhorse the small should cut it, the changabang uses a roomier fit than their other shells and according to their official size guide will go up to a 39" chest @@mathviews
@@trekitt great, really appreciate your help! Will probably pull the trigger on a small in the spring/summer. Keep up the great content and have a good sales year.
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@@golddiggerdave The RRP of the Lhotse Pants is £300, we currently have them for £270. You'll also gain points if you set up an account which can be used as money off future purchases. www.trekitt.co.uk/clothing/trousers-shorts/mountain-equipment-mens-lhotse-pant-black__40486
Yeah there are a few such as Mountain Equipment's Orbital or anything in Rab's Kinetic range (albeit the latter is more of a softshell that also happens to be waterproof). In regards to the last bit, most of the time the sound of the rain is as loud as the rustling and you just forget about it after a while. Try wearing a softshell for as long as possible until the rain gets to a point where a waterproof is necessary.
This is one of the things that puts me off Goretex jackets... The rustling and noise...and I've owned a lot of Goretex gear over the past several decades. The tougher the Goretex, the more stiffer and noisier it tends to be...as well as a very "rough" feel to the touch. Rab's Pertex Shield I've found to be nice to the touch, far softer and quieter than Goretex, and still good in heavy downpours. Helly Hansen's own waterproof fabric is also softer and quieter, yet superb in the rain and lasts many years of abuse.
@@Globetrotter-1 Thanks for the advices! Never owned a Goretex jacket, but I actually own the pretty recent ME Orbital jacket which Trekkit mentioned in the reply, and its fabric is quite neat as it's stretchy, silent, very breathable, waterproof and sleek-looking (though the jacket itself has a couple of minor quality issues)... so I guess I'm already a bit spoiled by the modern tech :)
@@Globetrotter-1 Given that I barely wore it, the internal glued-in pocket peeled off partially so the pocket doesn't really function, and the stitching on a non-critical velcro patch used for stowing the hood away is so bad that the patch is about to go off... These are fixable issues, but I don't think you'll find anything like that in those "expensive" brands like Patagonia, etc. That jacket is Chinese-made, which seem a bit worse than Vietnamese-made pieces. Or I may possibly have a bad luck with ME -- got a few items and more than a half of them have certain (minor) manufacturing defects...
Another great review, thank you. I am lookimg for something longlasting bombproof jacket with foldable hood and more then 2 main outer pockets. The problem is my size. I have 198cm (6,5 ft) and 100kg, especially with longer torso and relatively shorter legs. Almost all jackets are short for me. Is Changabang longer? Would be XXL OK? At the moment, I still use 16 yars old Mammut 3XL jacket. What jacket with GoreTexPro do you recommend? Thanks.
Hi, the Chaganabang is a shorter jacket designed for ski-mountaineering. If you need a longer jacket in Gore-Tex pro I'd recommend this - www.trekitt.co.uk/clothing/jackets/haglofs-mens-roc-nordic-gtx-pro-jacket-fjell-greentrue-black__40203 It has all the features you need! Paul.
Out of curiosity, how does the Changabang compare with the Arcteryx Beta AR? In terms of breathability, fit and general quality! Which one would you go for? Kind regards.
Both Gore-Tex Pro, but the Changabang is 80D all over, whereas the Beta AR has a mixture of 40 & 80D outer fabrics. The Changabang is bigger and looser fitting, as it's primarily designed as an 'expedition' and mountain jacket. Breathability will be extremely similar and in real world conditions you won't really be able to tell much of a difference. I personally opted for the Beta as it fits me better, but try both on if you can. Harry
It's oversized to allow additional layers underneath - wasn't quite cold enough on the day of filming to warrant any more layers and the medium would be too short in the body and arms. Kind regards, Harry.
When it come to fit in the heavy rain you want that baggy fit!
I own the older version of this jacket and it’s brilliant. I see ME have done away with the emergency whistle that they used to put into one of the pockets. These are excellent jackets and well worth the investment. Simon.
Glad you're getting some good use out of it! Thanks for watching. Harry.
I love how there's plenty of space for layering but I wish it was goretex pro most rugged and that the chinguard came right up to the nose. That would be why I would buy!
Great review as always guys, you could sell snow to Eskimos! Picked up one of the Rab Latok hardshells in your end of season sale, superb piece of kit, and as always the service and price cannot be beaten. Top marks!
Thanks very much! Enjoy the Latok; it's a brilliant piece of kit. Harry.
Good job, well done Harry and Paul.
The Changabang is really burly and the Cardinal(Red/Orange) version was one of the jackets I’d shortlisted before i plumped for the Rab Latok GTX Pro.
Must say i do prefer their ‘boxier’ or ‘squarer’ cut, which is more suited to my Rugby player build.
Although I’d be interested to know how the AW20/21 Changabang jacket’s use of Gore-Tex’s laminate of the Most Breathable membrane and 80D face fabric will affect its durability in comparison with their previous 80D Gore-Tex Pro version and similar Gore-Tex Pro Most Rugged hard-shells?
Kudos on another great review guys.
Edrych ymlaen at eich fideo nesaf.
Pob hwyl!
Bob
The previous generation of the Changabang used old Gore-Tex Pro which is essentially what Gore-Tex Pro Most Breathable is now, so durability wise there will be no difference. In terms of comparing Most Breathable with Most Rugged, it's hard to quantifiably say, but if M.E are using Most Breathable for their toughest variant then I'm fully confident both will be able to take an absolute hammering. The biggest difference to the jacket's overall durability will be the construction of the face fabrics and the quality of construction, which M.E are arguably the best at. Kind regards, Harry.
@@trekittA short update. Eventually purchased the Changabang in-store in the brighter Mykonos Blue colour. Found, in practice, this jacket gives me a little more flexibility & versatility in allowing for additional or warmer insulated layers than my Arc’teryx Alpha SV, Theta SVX or Rab GTX Pro Latok jackets do. As well as offering more storage options for accessories & equipment with the Changabang’s increased pocket count. Perhaps subconsciously admitting that I needed some more room for my middle-age spread(?) Performed faultlessly, keeping me bone dry & simultaneously well ventilated, during the torrential downpours we had this Autumn/early Winter. Genuinely couldn’t be happier.
Keep it up guys.
Great review as always. Paul's a bigger fella than me (I say that with the utmost respect and admiration), so I was wondering what size you'd recommend for a 5ft11 and some change (181cm) guy, weighing 10.9 stone/69kg/152ish lbs? Not sure if I should play it safe with the medium, or whether the small might work while also acommodating a few extra layers... Cheers guys.
Slightly tricky one with your sizing there! If you're planning on using it as a winter climbing jacket, then the medium would allow for your extra layers and will also be a little longer for better protection, but equally, you might just squeeze into a small... Do you happen to know your rough chest measurement?
@@trekitt appreciate the quick reply! I'm about 95cm/37.4 in around the chest. I have a feeling that probably makes me even more of a fence-sitter when it comes to sizing... As far as usage goes, might ramp up my winter climbing, but it'll mostly be a 3-season workhorse, and my go-to for skiing in the winter.
That fence is getting really comfortable to sit on! As a 3-season workhorse the small should cut it, the changabang uses a roomier fit than their other shells and according to their official size guide will go up to a 39" chest @@mathviews
@@trekitt great, really appreciate your help! Will probably pull the trigger on a small in the spring/summer. Keep up the great content and have a good sales year.
Just got one of these, its a great jacket, £315 from Cotswold a total bargain and got 4% cashback from topcash back.
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@@trekitt what can do do on a pair of Lhotse Pants?
@@golddiggerdave The RRP of the Lhotse Pants is £300, we currently have them for £270. You'll also gain points if you set up an account which can be used as money off future purchases. www.trekitt.co.uk/clothing/trousers-shorts/mountain-equipment-mens-lhotse-pant-black__40486
Are there any waterproof jackets, that don't make that rustling sound when you move? How do you guys not notice that?
Yeah there are a few such as Mountain Equipment's Orbital or anything in Rab's Kinetic range (albeit the latter is more of a softshell that also happens to be waterproof). In regards to the last bit, most of the time the sound of the rain is as loud as the rustling and you just forget about it after a while. Try wearing a softshell for as long as possible until the rain gets to a point where a waterproof is necessary.
This is one of the things that puts me off Goretex jackets... The rustling and noise...and I've owned a lot of Goretex gear over the past several decades. The tougher the Goretex, the more stiffer and noisier it tends to be...as well as a very "rough" feel to the touch.
Rab's Pertex Shield I've found to be nice to the touch, far softer and quieter than Goretex, and still good in heavy downpours. Helly Hansen's own waterproof fabric is also softer and quieter, yet superb in the rain and lasts many years of abuse.
@@Globetrotter-1 Thanks for the advices! Never owned a Goretex jacket, but I actually own the pretty recent ME Orbital jacket which Trekkit mentioned in the reply, and its fabric is quite neat as it's stretchy, silent, very breathable, waterproof and sleek-looking (though the jacket itself has a couple of minor quality issues)... so I guess I'm already a bit spoiled by the modern tech :)
@@some_developer Glad to help. What 'quality issues' did you find with the Orbital?
@@Globetrotter-1 Given that I barely wore it, the internal glued-in pocket peeled off partially so the pocket doesn't really function, and the stitching on a non-critical velcro patch used for stowing the hood away is so bad that the patch is about to go off... These are fixable issues, but I don't think you'll find anything like that in those "expensive" brands like Patagonia, etc. That jacket is Chinese-made, which seem a bit worse than Vietnamese-made pieces. Or I may possibly have a bad luck with ME -- got a few items and more than a half of them have certain (minor) manufacturing defects...
Another great review, thank you. I am lookimg for something longlasting bombproof jacket with foldable hood and more then 2 main outer pockets. The problem is my size. I have 198cm (6,5 ft) and 100kg, especially with longer torso and relatively shorter legs. Almost all jackets are short for me. Is Changabang longer? Would be XXL OK? At the moment, I still use 16 yars old Mammut 3XL jacket. What jacket with GoreTexPro do you recommend? Thanks.
Hi, the Chaganabang is a shorter jacket designed for ski-mountaineering. If you need a longer jacket in Gore-Tex pro I'd recommend this - www.trekitt.co.uk/clothing/jackets/haglofs-mens-roc-nordic-gtx-pro-jacket-fjell-greentrue-black__40203
It has all the features you need! Paul.
@@trekitt Thanks! Looks very good! For me, it is unknown brand.
Love how they chose names from Nepal & India/ Pakistan. When’s the Ben Nevis jacket due out 😂
Haha, good question. I imagine there is a Nevis/Scafell/Snowdon jacket somewhere in existence; just not from Mountain Equipment.
How does this compare with the Fjallraven Keb eco shell would you say?
Many thanks.
We don't stock Fjallraven's Eco Shell I'm afraid, so it'd be unfair of me to compare the two without having tried them both. Harry
Out of curiosity, how does the Changabang compare with the Arcteryx Beta AR? In terms of breathability, fit and general quality! Which one would you go for?
Kind regards.
Both Gore-Tex Pro, but the Changabang is 80D all over, whereas the Beta AR has a mixture of 40 & 80D outer fabrics. The Changabang is bigger and looser fitting, as it's primarily designed as an 'expedition' and mountain jacket. Breathability will be extremely similar and in real world conditions you won't really be able to tell much of a difference. I personally opted for the Beta as it fits me better, but try both on if you can. Harry
I'm sure that's an awesome shell but it is so dangly. I've never seen so much dangly stuff on a jacket 🙂
Didn't you have your size in store Paul,looks a little roomy😁
It's oversized to allow additional layers underneath - wasn't quite cold enough on the day of filming to warrant any more layers and the medium would be too short in the body and arms. Kind regards, Harry.
Gnarly...
ouuu..... Nice Price difference COTSWOLD price is 500 and TREKITT price 342 WOW.......
Mmmmmmm, nice indeed. Thanks for watching.
Nonsense, trekitt price is 450