Flylow Quantum Pro vs Rab Microlight Alpine

It really proved itself by keeping me sheltered when temperatures dipped well into the negatives in Japan and I was stuck on a stopped chairlift for 45 minutes due to high winds. And my experience was similar on foul-weather days while touring: I stayed warm and cozy while skinning and descending without any moisture or wind creeping through the shell. When it comes time to batten down the hatches, the Quantum Pro comes well-equipped. First, the jacket’s seam taping has held up nicely with no delamination to date, and the premium YKK waterproof zippers are a quality touch that add a good dose of assurance against moisture seeping in

You've got two hand pockets which are hand warmer, all that means is behind your hand you've actually got the insulation, you have a nice big hood wit...

This is the Quantum Pro jacket. This is a classic fly low piece. It's our most burly three layer shell that we have in the line. It will keep you warm

And then down at the end of the sleeves at the cuffs, you've got a simple lycra binding and it's tucked inboard, so the insulation comes down over the...

I could probably get away with a large but I like the added length and I also wanted layers. doesn't feel too big. I like a longer/taller fit in a jacket. snow skirt works well plus there is a cinched

If Rab could just make it one inch wider across the upper chest area it would be perfection. I don't know why but they make thier size Large for a 43 inch chest, whereas every other manufacturer seems to make Large fit a 44 inch chest. I have never had this problem with any other size L from any of the other brand.

I love the style and the look, but this jacket just seemed like way too thin for me to use. I wanted to keep, it but ultimately sent it back with the tags on. It was so thin that it barely felt different than an ultralight rain jacket that I have. Even the main zipper pockets just go straight to thin mesh

Rab has a deserved reputation for producing good quality puffer jackets that look good and keep you warm at the same time. OK so there may be cheaper options out there but it’s all about balancing cost with quality and style and this ticks the box for me.