PHD Mountain Software

The 'walking refuge', with a pedigree of scores of major expeditions into the world's worst conditions. With the great warmth of its full weight down filling it has proved itself a life saver in conditions below -50C (-58F).

"The down suit you made to wear on Everest . . . worked perfectly and will be using it again".
Neal Short.

A Light-Fill option is available for those who want the same overall weather protection with less insulation (for conditions down to -25C (-13F) or for high activity use). Call or email for details.

As used by Team N2i, in the Polar Challenge, by Joao Garcia, the EverestMax team, Paul Deegan, RAF Mountain Rescue, and many others.

New 900 down option

We've just launched the option of 900 down on this suit. This option reduces the weight of the Omega Down Suit by 100gm, and adds 5°C to the suit's performance bringing the Typical Operating Temperature to -55°C. Read more on our exceptional 900 down.

• Front closure:
• 2 way zip, 'under and up' (through crotch and up back for toilet use)
• Protected by double baffle with intermittent Velcro
• Small fly zip
• Short side zips - ankle to knee
• 7 pockets:
  • Cargo and hand warmer on each chest
  • Storage pocket under front flap
  • 2 large pockets inside:high position and easy entry
• Hood:
• large size with rear volume reducer
• elastic face cord with cord ends channels
• peak
• sewn on with adjustable front Velcro closure
• Knees and elbows articulated through all layers
• Ankle reinforcement patches
• Elasticated waist and elasticated inner back for snug fit
• Velcro cuffs
• Internal braces - adjustable for varied clothing - removable
• Black inner for quick drying
• Reflector tape on pockets and back of hood for night searches
• Beard flap
• Mitt attachments at wrist and chest
• Stuff sac
• Pack size: 27 x 49cm†
• Average weights (size L):
• (Standard option) 2740gm (97oz)
• (900 down option) 2640gm (93oz)
• (Light fill option) 2550gm (90oz)
• Set options:
• GoreTex outer shell‡
• Hood attachment (zip on/stud on)
• Extension flap on hood to cover oxygen mask
• 800 down
• 900 down (5°C more insulation: 100gm lighter)
• Velcro patches on chest to attach mitts for quick in-out usage
• Rainbow seat zip or full side zips as alternatives for toilet access.
• Light fill version for high activity or less extreme temperatures

†Please note: we make our stuff sacs big enough to allow fairly easy stuffing rather than reducing the bag 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.

‡Please note: the optional GoreTex outer is a complete outer shell, with seams taped for weatherproofness. The GoreTex simply replaces the standard Tempest outer.

"I went to Everest as leader of Jagged Globes' North Ridge Expedition; this expedition included Sir Ranulph Fiennes who I believe you also supplied with down gear. The expedition was successful in placing six out of nine clients on the top . . . . [The] down suit [you made] to wear on Everest . . . worked perfectly and will be using [it] again". Neal Short.

"Very well made items of clothing with tons of features . . . perfect for kiting on the Antarctic plateau where temperatures will be regularly lower than -35C". Team N2i

"Summit day was clear and relatively warm, but five days earlier [our] party was forced back at 8500m during the middle of the night in the teeth of a fierce wind storm. This is where the [PHD down suit] really proved its worth, just as it had on a previous attempt when [I] turned back between Camps 3 and 4." Paul Deegan, author 'Mountain Traveller's Handbook', on his Everest ascent.

"The light down fill [version] is perfect for the Australian Alps region. I've sat outside in a raging snow blizzard and felt no discomfort whatsoever while the rest of my skiing party were huddled together in a storm tent around a heater! I loved the wear patches and reflective stripes! Thanks again guy's, this is top notch gear!" R.H.

"I have just received the Omega suits, thanks. They're are great, just [as] I expected. The new inside pockets are awesome." J.G.

"The Omega suit is fantastic and a perfect fit." 'Lanx', Equipment buyer, UK Reserve Forces Seven Summits team.

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