PHD Mountain Software

"Perfect for backpacking. . . The combination of warmth . . . weight and water resistance is wonderful."
Judy Armstrong, TGO Magazine ("Lightest in Test").

"The ultimate down jacket for ultralight backpacking and lightweight cold weather pursuits."
Will Rietveld, Backpacking Light.

New Product. With 900 Down!

The combination of our exceptional new 900 down with the MX fabric has allowed the Ultra range to establish itself as the lightest of the light and this new Ultra Pullover finds an immediate place in that category. At 230gm (8oz) it weighs less than most down vests (including our own Minimus vest!), yet it is as warm as our classic Minimus Pullover. Pared-down design similar to the Ultra Vest, elastic at side-waist and cuff, through front pocket with concealed security pocket.

TGO Magazine
"Lightest in Test",
Feb '09.

Backpacking Light
"Highly Recommended",
Jan '10.

• Full width front hand-warmer pocket
• Small zipped security pocket
• Short front zip - pullover style
• Elasticated side hem
• Stuff sac
• Option: Stud-on hood (hood fabric matches outer)
• Pack size: 10 x 18cm*

*Please note: we make our stuff sacs big enough to allow fairly easy stuffing rather than reducing the vest to the tightest minimum. What air is left in the packed item will easily be compressed out of it, if you are squashing it into a small space in your rucksack. Tiny stuff sacs look impressive: but unless you are a sac-wrestling fan, fighting the gear into them day after day can be an unnecessary chore.

"Ultra's extremely low weight and bulk make it perfect for backpacking. . . The combination of warmth . . . weight and water resistance is wonderful." Judy Armstrong, TGO Magazine ("Lightest in Test").

"If I were to list my specifications for the perfect ultralight down jacket, it would describe the PHD Ultra Down Pullover exactly . . . One trip with this jacket is all it took to convince me that it is the ultimate down jacket for ultralight three-season backpacking in the mountains, winter backpacking in the desert, or cold (but not frigid) weather pursuits of any kind. . . Based on its fit and exceptional loft and warmth for its weight, the PHD Ultra Down Pullover is my new favorite jacket."Will Rietveld, Backpacking Light ("Highly Recommended"). Read full review.

"I loved it from the off. It's madly warm for it's weight. It's become my insulating layer of choice" Dave Hanlon.

"Very impressed with the warmth to weight ratio" Sergeant in Devon & Cornwall Constabulary.

"Thank you for the swift making and delivery of my ultra down pullover. It is an absolutely beautiful coat, and I am extremely grateful of the effort you have put in to get the coat ready before I start my expedition at the end of this month. I can assure you that this will not be my last purchase from you". Dan Morley

"Absolutely Fantastic !!!!!!!!!!!" Ray Griffiths

"It's a fantastic garment". Phyllida Poltock

"Really delighted with the product to date". Mark Alexander

"I recently bought an Ultra Pullover from you. I used it in the lakes before Xmas in conjunction with a pied elephant sleeping bag to bivvi out. Was really impressed as the weather turned out rather horrible and I got a fair bit of condensation in my bivvi bag. I thought the down would get wet quick but that didn't happen - so I stayed just warm enough. All in all pretty amazing from something so small and light - had just 2 layers underneath. So I've been really impressed and want to say thanks. I will be spreading the word about your products. " Brian Leite

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