Men's Elite Jacket

Born out of six decades of cutting edge product and fabric development, the Henri-Lloyd Elite range has been engineered from our 3 layer DRI PRO Fabric. It meets the demands of sailing professionals and serious enthusiasts and will excel in extended and extreme sailing conditions. The Elite jacket is designed for all-day year-round offshore sailing. Developed in conjunction with the world’s elite sailing professionals to deliver unrivalled performance.

Features

• 3 Layer DRI PRO fabric construction with Cordura reinforcement on the seat to protect in the most extreme of environments and give long lasting performance.
• Reflective Union Jack patches with photoluminescent backing located on throat tab, cuffs and rear of collar for 360 degree crew visibility in low light situations.
• Reflective detailing on pockets, seam edges and logos, offering extra visibility in low light or night sailing environments.
• Elite Optivision hood and collar system, providing best in class peripheral vision and protection, including integrated drainage system, directing water flow away from hood peak.
• High collar design with a fleece neck lining provides all round protection and comfort in the worst of conditions.
• Quick pack elasticated hood pouch for easy access and speedy stowage of hood when required.
• Internal waist and hip adjustment cords to help ensure a close fit when required.
• 7 pocket design. Soft and comfortable double fleece lined hand warmer pockets. Top and side access cargo pockets with envelope design to protect from water ingress and provide great storage, plus one external and one internal accessory pocket for other personal equipment stowage.
• Cordura reinforcement on tail drop, offering maximum protection and durability when sitting or working on deck.
• Unlined to speed up drying time and reduce overall weight.
• Adjustable hook and loop closure cuffs with grip tab for easy use in cold, wet conditions.
• Internal adjustable dartex cuff, limiting water ingress and adding a second layer of protection against wind and water.
• Inner lining features slide glide technology for quick and easy donning and doffing of layers and providing excellent freedom of movement against different fabrics.
• Fleece lined chinguard limiting irritation and maximising next to skin comfort when collar is fully closed.
• Central storm flap protects and directs water away from zip and off of jacket.
• Internal adjustable Dartex® cuff, limiting water ingress and adding a second layer of protection against wind and water.
• Back external hanger loop for easy hanging when not in use. 180gsm 100% recycled nylon Made in Europe

Wazza's Thoughts

This is the jacket you wear when the weather turns from “bit rough” to “why the hell are we out here.” Proper waterproof, breathable, and built to move without feeling like you’re zipped into a tarp. No nonsense, just a shell that keeps the water out and your head in the game.

I’ve worn plenty of so-called performance jackets that leak at the zips or feel like bin bags after a couple hours. The Elite doesn’t do that. You can bash through rain, spray, and a few ugly waves, and it’ll still keep you dry enough to sit down for a beer afterwards without smelling like a sponge.

Best for sailors who want a no-compromise waterproof, if the conditions are serious, this is the jacket that won’t let you down.