Tierra Roc Blanc Jacket M
Model year: 2019
Available colors: Red, Blue, Black
Recommended price: 600 $
Manufacturers description
Roc Blanc is Tierra's most technical and durable Alpinist Jacket in a minimalistic design for low weight. Athletic fit for movability and function. Fully adjustable hood, to use with or without helmet. Water repellent YKK vislon front zipper with inner storm flap. Two-way opening for harness compatibility and ventilation. Two chest pockets and one ski pass pocket at lower sleeve with YKK water repellent zippers . Two inner pockets, one for valubles and one for bulkstorage. Sleeves with articulated elbows and adjustable cuffs. Draw cord at hem. Single hand draw cords for all adjustments. Perfect for ice climbing, ski touring and so much more.
What do you think about Tierra Roc Blanc Jacket M?
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Strengths:
Actually an outstanding jacket, extremely light, functional, very durable GoreTex, first class waterproof (on the surfaces, not the zips). Could be a dream!
Weaknesses:
ZIPPERS!! Don't work well when new and break immediately.
Summary:
Actually, this could be the ideal outer jacket. Since I'm a fan of the "onion skin approach", this could be the perfect outer jacket. Especially since the aim is to be sustainable, durable and use recycled material. If only there weren't that little word "if"...
Yes, it is very breathable and, apart from the zippers, also extremely waterproof. As I said: It could be the ideal jacket.
#1 Achilles heel is the zippers. The zippers (especially the main zipper) work very poorly when new, they are clunky and stiff. They break after a very short time!!! First at the edges and when threading, then after 2+ years they burst completely and don't close at all!!
Zipper repair costs > €100. Please include this in your calculations.
The durability of the taped seams is only moderate (can be replaced, holds after repair). Hood doesn't have enough functions, length/width cannot be adjusted.
A few more pockets would have been nice, because you like to have your stuff on the outside. Of course, you can attach it to your backpack with a waist belt. The water resistance of the pockets is compromised because of the zippers.
There are only skinny sizes. If you have broad shoulders, it's hard to fit into the jacket, anything that isn't a six-pack on your stomach is difficult. It's just about OK. Other jacket brands are even skinnier. Otherwise, the cut is nice, allows a lot of freedom of movement (apart from broad shoulders) and is also a bit longer at the back.
There is practically no competition for this jacket with this membrane. That's why I bought it for a lot of money. I wouldn't do it again in this case.
Model year: 2022
Actually an outstanding jacket, extremely light, functional, very durable GoreTex, first class waterproof (on the surfaces, not the zips). Could be a dream!
Weaknesses:
ZIPPERS!! Don't work well when new and break immediately.
Summary:
Actually, this could be the ideal outer jacket. Since I'm a fan of the "onion skin approach", this could be the perfect outer jacket. Especially since the aim is to be sustainable, durable and use recycled material. If only there weren't that little word "if"...
Yes, it is very breathable and, apart from the zippers, also extremely waterproof. As I said: It could be the ideal jacket.
#1 Achilles heel is the zippers. The zippers (especially the main zipper) work very poorly when new, they are clunky and stiff. They break after a very short time!!! First at the edges and when threading, then after 2+ years they burst completely and don't close at all!!
Zipper repair costs > €100. Please include this in your calculations.
The durability of the taped seams is only moderate (can be replaced, holds after repair). Hood doesn't have enough functions, length/width cannot be adjusted.
A few more pockets would have been nice, because you like to have your stuff on the outside. Of course, you can attach it to your backpack with a waist belt. The water resistance of the pockets is compromised because of the zippers.
There are only skinny sizes. If you have broad shoulders, it's hard to fit into the jacket, anything that isn't a six-pack on your stomach is difficult. It's just about OK. Other jacket brands are even skinnier. Otherwise, the cut is nice, allows a lot of freedom of movement (apart from broad shoulders) and is also a bit longer at the back.
There is practically no competition for this jacket with this membrane. That's why I bought it for a lot of money. I wouldn't do it again in this case.
Model year: 2022
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Strengths:
The fit and tightness / permeability.
Weaknesses:
Did not find any on the jacket. The trousers, on the other hand, have Velcro straps for leg adjustment and outer snow locks, do not work well when they are filled with snow, pine needles etc.
Summary:
The best shell rack I've had. Well used in the job (dog driver, police).
Model year: 2016
The fit and tightness / permeability.
Weaknesses:
Did not find any on the jacket. The trousers, on the other hand, have Velcro straps for leg adjustment and outer snow locks, do not work well when they are filled with snow, pine needles etc.
Summary:
The best shell rack I've had. Well used in the job (dog driver, police).
Model year: 2016
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Strengths:
Freedom of movement without being too harsh, simple well-functioning functions on zippers, easy ventilation that you open and close with one hand, high collar and good hood that sits perfectly.
Weaknesses:
Actually no but too little goggles pocket if I may like.
Summary:
Cruel jacket in every way and the best I ever had nice petrol blue and practical both in forest and on mountain and everyday. Awesome durable center and my second roc blanc garment.
Model year: 2017
Freedom of movement without being too harsh, simple well-functioning functions on zippers, easy ventilation that you open and close with one hand, high collar and good hood that sits perfectly.
Weaknesses:
Actually no but too little goggles pocket if I may like.
Summary:
Cruel jacket in every way and the best I ever had nice petrol blue and practical both in forest and on mountain and everyday. Awesome durable center and my second roc blanc garment.
Model year: 2017
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