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Montane

A British brand focused on lightweight mountain and endurance clothing, with its own PETRICHOR membrane alongside Pertex Shield and GORE-TEX.

Founded 1993Last verified 2026-10-19

Background

Founded in 1993; founding directors Chris Roff and Jake Doxat met on a 1989 expedition to southern Chile — the origin story, not the founding location.

What to check before buying

Editorial buying guidance, not a brand rating

Low weight is useful when a jacket spends much of its life in a pack, but it is not the only consideration. Compare ventilation, hood adjustment, pockets and the intended activity before choosing the lightest option. Confirm the quoted weight's size and version where the manufacturer provides them.

For the general method, see how to choose a waterproof jacket and waterproof ratings explained.

Brand facts

Published company information

Country of origin
United Kingdom
Founded
1993
Price range
Mid to premium
Jacket families
Norste, Cetus, Vortic, Phase, Alta
Warranty
UK 'Guaranteed for Life' covers materials and workmanship defects for the functional lifetime of the product, with free repair first and replacement where repair is not possible.
Repair programme
Publishes a repairs service; see the brand's repairs page for current scope and pricing.
Sustainability
PETRICHOR is described as developed with no intentional use of PFAS and a non-fluorocarbon DWR — a membrane-platform statement; verify per garment.

WaterproofJacket.com assessment

Our editorial view of the brand

Strengths

  • PETRICHOR Technology publishes a 20,000 mm hydrostatic head and a no-intentional-PFAS development statement
  • Clear construction labelling per model (Norste 3L 40D, Phase GORE-TEX ePE)

Weaknesses

  • 'Guaranteed for Life' means the product's functional lifetime, not the owner's
  • Lightweight race shells trade durability for weight by design

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