Logo
    Show
    Hide
    Login
    Close

    SITE LOGIN

    • Forgot your password?

    Register

    New Ski Touring Maps and Guides
    • REVIEWS
      • Ski Gear
        • Skis
        • Boots
        • Bindings
        • Climbing Skins
        • Poles
        • Snowboards
      • Clothing
        • Hard Shells
        • Soft Shells
        • Insulation
        • Mid Layers
        • Base Layers
        • Gloves
        • Socks
      • Accessories
        • Safety Gear
        • Goggles and Helmets
        • Ski Touring Packs
        • Ski Boxes and Bags
        • Sleeping Bags - 4 Season
        • Technology
        • Sunglasses
        • Insoles & Braces
        • Books
      • Off-Season Gear
        • Hiking
          • Rain Shells
          • Day Packs
          • Apparel
          • Footwear
          • Safety
        • Camping
          • Backpacks
          • Sleeping Bags
          • Sleeping Pads
          • Tents
          • Coolers / Cooking
          • Furniture / Storage
          • Lighting / Power
        • Biking
        • Paddling
        • Climbing
        • Mountaineering
        • Running
      • Lifestyle
      • Lodges and Accommodation
      • Nutrition
      • Manufacturers
      • Destinations
      • Training
      • Gear of the Year
      • Best New Summer Gear
        • Best New Summer Gear 2023
        • Best New Summer Gear 2022
        • Best New Summer Gear 2021
        • Best New Summer Gear 2020
      • Holiday Gift Guide
        • Holiday Gift Guide 2022
        • Holiday Gift Guide 2023
        • Holiday Gift Guide 2021
        • Holiday Gift Guide 2020
        • Holiday Gift Guide 2019
        • Holiday Gift Guide 2018
        • Holiday Gift Guide 2017
        • Holiday Gift Guide 2016
      • Pro Skier Interviews
    • FORUMS
    • STORE
      • Guides & Maps
      • Gear Deals
        • Alpine Touring Boots
        • Backcountry Skis
        • Alpine Touring Bindings
        • Backcountry Accessories
        • Off-Season Gear
        • Climbing Skins
    • ROUTES
    • LODGING
      • Coast Mountains
      • Interior Mountains
      • Rocky Mountains
    • VIDEOS
      • 2022/23 Gear Reviews
      • 2021/22 Gear Reviews
      • 2020/21 Gear Reviews
      • 2019/20 Gear Reviews
      • 2018/19 Gear Reviews
      • 2017/18 Gear Reviews
      • 2016/17 Gear Reviews
      • 2015/16 Gear Reviews
      • 2014/15 Gear Reviews
      • 2013/14 Gear Reviews
      • 2012/13 Gear Reviews
      • 2011/12 Gear Reviews
      • 2020 Outdoor Retailer
      • 2019 Outdoor Retailer
      • 2018 Outdoor Retailer
      • 2017 Outdoor Presscamp
      • 2017 Outdoor Retailer
      • 2016 Outdoor Presscamp
      • 2016 Outdoor Retailer
      • 2015 SIA Show
      • 2014 Outdoor Retailer
      • 2013 SIA Show
      • 2012 Outdoor Retailer
      • Tips and Tricks
      • Backcountry Skiing
    • SAFETY
      • Plan Ahead
      • Equipment
      • Resources
      • Avalanche Skills Training
      • Managing warmth & heat loss
    • ABOUT
      • Advertise
      • Glossary
      • Contact Us
    • REVIEWS
      • Ski Gear
      • Clothing
      • Accessories
      • Off-Season Gear
      • Lifestyle
      • Lodges and Accommodation
      • Nutrition
      • Manufacturers
      • Destinations
      • Training
      • Gear of the Year
      • Best New Summer Gear
      • Holiday Gift Guide
      • Pro Skier Interviews
    • FORUMS
    • STORE
      • Guides & Maps
      • Gear Deals
    • ROUTES
    • LODGING
      • Coast Mountains
      • Interior Mountains
      • Rocky Mountains
    • VIDEOS
      • 2022/23 Gear Reviews
      • 2021/22 Gear Reviews
      • 2020/21 Gear Reviews
      • 2019/20 Gear Reviews
      • 2018/19 Gear Reviews
      • 2017/18 Gear Reviews
      • 2016/17 Gear Reviews
      • 2015/16 Gear Reviews
      • 2014/15 Gear Reviews
      • 2013/14 Gear Reviews
      • 2012/13 Gear Reviews
      • 2011/12 Gear Reviews
      • 2020 Outdoor Retailer
      • 2019 Outdoor Retailer
      • 2018 Outdoor Retailer
      • 2017 Outdoor Presscamp
      • 2017 Outdoor Retailer
      • 2016 Outdoor Presscamp
      • 2016 Outdoor Retailer
      • 2015 SIA Show
      • 2014 Outdoor Retailer
      • 2013 SIA Show
      • 2012 Outdoor Retailer
      • Tips and Tricks
      • Backcountry Skiing
    • SAFETY
      • Plan Ahead
      • Equipment
      • Resources
      • Avalanche Skills Training
      • Managing warmth & heat loss
    • ABOUT
      • Advertise
      • Glossary
      • Contact Us

    HOTTEST REVIEWS


    RMU North Shore 114 Skis MADE Custom Apparel G3 R3 Recyclable Skis Garmin inReach Messenger Peak 104SC Skis Burton Hometown Hero Splitboard MEC Couloir Jacket/Pants

    VIDEOS YOU'LL LIKE


    Helly Hansen Lifa Infinity Dalbello Quantum Boots Line Vision 118 Skis The North Face Futurelight Black Crows Corvus Skis Plum OAZO Bindings Tecnica Zero G Tour Boots

    NEWSLETTER SIGNUP

    Unsubscribe
    Elan
    Zoleo
    • Home
    • »
    • Sherpa Adventure Gear Khangri Soft Shell Jacket

    Sherpa Adventure Gear Khangri Soft Shell Jacket

    Sherpa Adventure Gear Khangri Soft Shell JacketIn an age of ‘smoke and mirror’ marketing where myths are created around a brand or product to boost sales, it’s refreshing to stumble upon an authentic gem. Sherpa Adventure Gear is such a gem.

    No facade or stories here. This company was created by Tashi Sherpa in 2003, he is of the Sherpa people and his company is based in Kathmandu, Nepal, where he employs Sherpas to make outdoor adventure apparel. Sherpa Adventure Gear popped onto Backcountry Skiing Canada's radar a few months back and after some research to determine that they were infact the 'real deal' we decided to contact them to see if we could find out more about their products which are relatively unknown in North America.

    Sherpas are one of the original mountain people of Nepal. The word Sherpa means "People from the east", referring to the origins of the Tibetan people who fled to Nepal. The word Sherpa is actually pronounced "Shar-wa". Most Sherpas live in the eastern region of the country known as Solu, Khumbu, and Pharak. Westerners think of them as the true workers on the worlds highest mountains, setting fixed ropes, carrying heavy loads and guiding clients to the top of some of the most dangerous mountains in the world. Sherpa Adventure Gear employ local Sherpas in their office in Kathmandu, and collaborate with Sherpa artisans (some of whom are their cousins) to create some of their product designs. Sherpa Adventure Gear also sponsors Sherpas to test their products - who better really? To top this off they also direct 50¢ from every product sold to a special fund for the underprivileged Sherpa children of Nepal.

    Sherpa Adventure Gear Khangri Soft Shell Jacket

    "Khangri" is the Tibetan word for snowy mountain and that is the name of the Sherpa Adventure Gear soft-shell jacket we are reviewing. Softshell jackets are ideal for backcountry ski touring as they are wind and water-repellent and highly breathable. The Sherpa Adventure Gear Khangri soft shell jacket utilizes zonal contraction to increase breathability by incorporating a second more breathable fabric under the arms, at the sides and on the hood. These side stretch side panels provide extra give for a broader range of motion while ski touring. To keep things warm and comfy a soft, polyester fleece lining is bonded to the shell membrane. This soft shell excels on the up-track and windy ridge and when things get too cold when you stop moving it becomes and great insulating layer under a hard shell.

    Features:

    Fit: Elbows are articulated for a more natural fit.

    Hood: Fully adjustable and will fit over a climbing/ski helmet.
    Sherpa Adventure Gear Khangri Soft Shell Jacket


    Pockets: Two fleece lined zippered pockets for keeping your hands warm and one Napoleon style chest pocket with built in media port to hold small easily accessible items or your tunes.
    Sherpa Adventure Gear Khangri Soft Shell Jacket


    Zippers: Built in zipper garaged keep things neat and tidy and provide some water resistance.
    Sherpa Adventure Gear Khangri Soft Shell Jacket


    Cuff: Velcro adjustable cuffs to get a good seal around your gloves and keep the warmth in and snow out.
    Sherpa Adventure Gear Khangri Soft Shell Jacket


    Waist: Dual adjustable waste cinches to help keep things snow tight.
    Sherpa Adventure Gear Khangri Soft Shell Jacket

    Zonal Construction: A secondary more breathable fabric is used under the arms, at the sizes and on the hood.
    Sherpa Adventure Gear Khangri Soft Shell Jacket

    Sherpa Adventure Gear Khangri Soft Shell Jacket

    Fleece lined: Super soft next to your skin and good insulation.
    Sherpa Adventure Gear Khangri Soft Shell Jacket

    Verdict:

    Like all soft shells, the Sherpa Adventure Gear Khangri soft shell jacket is water repellant but not water proof, it will shed a light rain if you are out spring skiing but it will wet out if it turns to a down pour. Keep your DWR (Durable Water Repellant) close buy and apply often to ensure that the Khangri jacket continues to do its job. I found the Khangri soft shell jacket breathed well on the up (thanks to its zonal construction) and once I reached the top it allowed me to cool down with out getting cold immediately thanks to the fleece lining. Over a base layer it makes a great insulation layer for ski touring on all but the coldest days and packs away pretty compact when you overheat and no longer need the added protection.

    There are nice bright fabric details on the zipper grab and adjustment cords which contrast with the jackets base colour adding a bit of fun. Overall I found the fit (we tested a Medium and I am 6' and 170lb) to be ideal in most areas but too short in the overall body length. I found the Khangri soft shell barely covered my waist and when I started heading up the skin track it would just ride up and allow wind and snow to get in. The sleeves however were a perfect length and did not ride up while skinning or even if you had your arms above your head.

    Sherpa Adventure Gear Khangri Soft Shell Jacket

    For a behind the scenes look at product development at Sherpa Adventure Gear watch the following video tour with the president of the company:

    SPECS:

    Price: $119 US
    Colour: Red, Green, Black, Blue
    Size: S, M, :, XL, XXL
    Weight: 16.6 oz / 470g
    Fabric: 75% polyester / 20% polyurethane / 5% spandex [Lining] 60% Tactel, 30% Coolmax, 10% Lycra

    PROS:

    Well made and reasonably priced from a company that is true to its roots and makes a difference with every purchase.

    CONS:

    The body length could be more generous as the jacket rides up during any activity and lets in wind and snow. Available colours are generic and not that appealing.

    Rating: 7.5/10

    Fit / Mobility              1/2
    Packability                  2/2
    Warmth / Breathable  1.5/2
    Features                     1.5/2
    Quality / Price            1.5/2

    buy backcountry skiing gear

    This is only our opinion. Do you disagree? Did we miss something? Are we totally out to lunch? Join the discussion in the forums here, and let us know what you think. People like/dislike gear for different reasons so chime in and we'll get a well-rounded evaluation. Check back mid-season to see how our review stands up to our in-the-field testing.

    Back to the rest of the reviews.


    We built this backcountry skiing community for you, the passionate skier, and hope you enjoy the hard work we put into all the reviews, routes, videos, and posts we create. It’s been free from day one but that doesn’t mean it’s not a valuable resource. If you enjoy this website and value the content we create for you, then please support Backcountry Skiing Canada by donating today or by clicking on those sponsor ads and 'Buy Now' links at the bottom of the reviews. Thank you!

    • Terms of Use
    • Privacy Policy

    Copyright © 2022-23 Backcountry Skiing Canada. All Rights Reserved.