What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:"I reach for the Ascendor Pro Hoodie on frigid ski tours and alpine climbs—it’s breathable where I need it and warm where I want it. The grid fleece keeps my core toasty, and the Matrix panels dump heat during bootpacks or pitches. It's become a cold-weather layering essential for me."On demanding ascents through icy gullies and backcountry bowls, we need gear that works as hard as we do. The Ascendor Pro Hoodie from Rab delivers the sweet spot between warmth, breathability, and protection for high-output pursuits in cold conditions. Whether we're skinning toward the ridgeline or leading the first pitch, this hybrid layer keeps us focused and comfortable from start to summit. Rab body-maps the Ascendor Pro Hoodie with Thermic™ Pro fleece and Matrix™ softshell panels—balancing wind resistance, insulation, and airflow where it matters most. The low-profile hood fits snugly under a helmet, while elastic cuffs and a single-pull hem keep out drafts without bulk. Two zippered chest pockets offer easy access with gloves on, and the full VISLON® front zip makes layering and venting seamless.