Saturday, 13 March 2010

Swazi/Ray Mears Tahr Anorak


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Please note that these jackets should in fact retail for considerably more due to the current poor exchange rate. However, for a limited period Woodlore will not be passing this full cost onto our customers. It is for this same reason that many other UK retailers no longer stock Swazi products.

As many viewers have noticed, Ray has been wearing a Swazi Tahr Anorak for a number of years whilst filming in some of the most extreme locations. This jacket has undoubtedly become Ray’s favourite item of clothing, and we guarantee it will become yours too! Swazi state that they make "the World’s most durable outdoor clothing" - quite a statement, and one which Ray was definitely up for testing!

After taking the Tahr Jacket on a number of expeditions, Ray felt it was time to work closely with Swazi to produce a new version of the Tahr Anorak, exclusive to Woodlore. Both Ray and the Woodlore team worked with the Swazi staff to create the elite Swazi/Ray Mears Tahr Anorak; incorporating new additional features while keeping those that make the Tahr the tough and reliable garment Ray has come to trust.

The Tahr Anorak is a durable jacket made from a three-layer GORE-TEX fabric called Norton, which is guaranteed to keep you dry. This fabric is a tri-laminate construction (woven polyester face-fabric and flannel liner with the GORE-TEX membrane in between). Norton is soft, incredibly quiet and unbelievably comfortable to wear. Being a GORE-TEX fabric, it is of course totally windproof, waterproof and extremely breathable, making it a versatile jacket ideal for UK outdoor activities such as stalking, canoeing, hunting and walking. While GORE-TEX is perfect for use in extreme outdoor conditions, it is not indestructible it can puncture so care should always be taken around fires, thorns, brambles etc.

The Tahr comes complete with a modified, two-tier, high peripheral vision hood. The inner conforms to the contours of your face, while the outer protrudes into an adjustable peak, stiffened with both a durable liner and concealed wire-lined frame. GORE-TEX stretch cuffs designed especially to keep icy water at bay complete this most durable piece of outdoor clothing.

Tahr Anorak features exclusive to Woodlore:

  • Two large chest pockets, each big enough to house binoculars
  • Internal elasticated bullet loops within pocket
  • New and improved Velcro flap design: double flap system with gutter, to prevent water leakage from entering through the zip
  • RM Logo on right chest pocket
  • Roomier stretch cuffs
  • Longer draw-cord on waist for a more snug fit
Colour: Tussock

Sizing: To choose a size according to your chest measurements, please select from the drop-down menu below. The actual garment dimensions are shown for your information in the sizing chart above.

GORE-TEX performs at its best when it is cleaned and cared for regularly. Please take a moment to read all attached product labels. Woodlore recommends Nikwax Tech Wash and Nikwax TX. Direct for care of this garment.

More information on the Swazi Clothing company can be found in our Meet The Suppliers section.

More information on the properties of GORE-TEX clothing can be found in our Bushcraft Tips and Advice section.

Price: £325.00 (inc VAT)
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1 Product Review (average rating: 100.00%)

The Tahr anorak combines excellent protection from the elements with freedom of movement. It is tough. After nearly two and a half years of regular use, mine shows no signs of deterioration. I almost invariably take it with me on woodland excursions. The breast pockets provide stowage for items like hat and gloves when not in use.
Reviewed by customer Steve Smith on 29 September, 2009
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