"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying: ""I’ve used this on long mountaineering days where you’re constantly adjusting layers. It breathes better than most softshells, moves naturally with a harness on, and stays comfortable when the pace picks up.""When we’re moving quickly through the mountains, we need a layer that keeps up without overheating or holding us back. The KAMET XCS LIGHT HOODIE from Millet is built for technical terrain and sustained effort, offering dependable protection while staying light and flexible enough for climbing, scrambling, and long approaches. It’s the kind of softshell we trust when conditions are variable and efficiency matters. The recycled nylon fabric with added stretch allows unrestricted movement while maintaining durability for contact with rock and gear. Underarm perforations improve airflow and moisture management during high-output efforts, helping us stay dry as intensity increases. Harness-compatible construction and a protective hood make it easy to transition between climbing, belays, and exposed ridgelines, giving this jacket a versatile role across a wide range of mountain objectives."