TESTED

Ultrasonic Jacket – Good for handling and features

"outdoor" magazine tested the Jack Wolfskin Ultrasonic Jacket

Summer soft shells not only look good – a great deal of expertise also goes into their cover, as attractive design does not have to be incompatible with a high degree of functionality.

The light summer soft shells offer more protection against the weather and are more comfortable to wear than even the most sophisticated hiking shirt.But how does the latest soft shell haute couture actually perform on tour?"outdoor" tested this using eight of the latest summer styles.

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Jack Wolfskin Ultrasonic Jacket rated as "Good" in tests

Wearing comfort
Casual, wide cut; very strong material.Freedom of movement not optimal. (3 out of 5 points)

Protection against the weather
Provides very good protection against draughts, but is cut very short; the waterproofing keeps you dry for a few minutes. (3 out of 5 points)

Handling/features
Handling and features are perfect, all pockets are easy to reach. (5 out of 5 points)

Range of uses
Leisure/everyday use: 2 out of 10 points
Hiking: 6 out of 10 points
Trekking: 8 out of 10 points


Conclusion
Very warm soft shell jacket of strong material; good for trekking and hiking tours in cool, but not too wet, weather. Strong points: handling and features.

Test verdict: "good"