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Designed to be worn on the go in a range of conditions, these midweight synthetic insulated jackets are a good breathable choice for hillwalkers, climbers and mountaineers, says John McKenna. But one is cut rather better than the other...

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What a well informed and well rounded review!

I'd be more concerned about the durability of the merino back on the Hybrid, especially when wearing any backpack at all. Merino isn't exactly known for its abrasion resistance, after all...

I feel like outdoor garment designers are always trying to reinvent the wheel with new "hybrids" every new season, which ain't exactly sustainable either – especially if it gets thrashed a few years on because of a stupid design decision like that.