Nature never compromises. It sets the conditions, and we adapt or go home – giving new meaning to the phrase “take it or leave it”.
The Windriver winter jacket lets you stay and play when the wind blows up – it’s the perfect versatile outer shell or winter jacket. We've used AEGIS® Windshield fabric to create our most breathable, windproof jacket. The breathability part is key - given that your body can sweat over a litre of water per hour when you’re pushing it hard.
We’ve given the Windriver deep pockets for your gear, plus a domed and touch-taped chest pocket. With a long cut for coverage, the cunning side vents are also zippered to open when you need that extra leg movement on the hill. The detachable hood (based on our original Tahr hood), has a wired peak to aid excellent peripheral vision.
Nothing beats The Windriver for windy conditions on the farm and in the hills – it’s even smart enough to wear to town.
Natural Lifetime Warranty. Swazi garments are covered against faulty materials and workmanship for the garment's natural life.
The warranty does not cover:
Accidental damage
Improper care
Negligence
Normal wear and tear
Natural fading or material breakdown over time
Swazi may repair, replace, or decline a claim after assessment.
FLEECE REPAIRS
Applies only to repairable fleece fabric components.
Available for the garment's natural lifetime.
Damage from things like open flames/sparks may not be covered.
AEGIS® Waterproof Repairs
Rips or punctures to AEGIS garments can be repaired.
Repairs are chargeable and assessed individually.
Repair work is charged at NZ$80 per hour.
Swazi provides an estimate before work starts
Zip Repairs
Replacement zip costs vary by garment type:
Waterproof garments
Full zip: NZ$80
Half zip: NZ$65
Windproof garments
Full zip: NZ$60
Half zip: NZ$50
Wool garments
Zip replacement: NZ$80
Waterproof Reproofing
AEGIS waterproof garments can be reproofed for NZ$25.
Typical turnaround is around one week.
Product Details
Key Features
Domed and touch-taped chest pocket
Large domed and Velcro closure chest pocket
Internal pocket
Detachable hood
Longer length design to cover your rear
Zippered side vents
Chunky and durable YKK® two-way main zip
Hidden waist drawcord allows you to cinch the jacket in
Fabric & Care
Windshield Aegis® 3 Layer Swift
A windproof 3-layered softshell fleece fabric with great stretch. PU breathable windproof membrane laminated between two super soft, yet tough fleeces. 100% Polyester.
Layer
Outer Layer
Windshield Outer Layers provide total all round wind protection with extra warmth and comfort for when it comes in hard and cold!
Conditions
Windy/Cold
A stylish and tough performer in windy and cold conditions.
FUNCTION
Windproof, Breathable
Swazi's Windshield outer layers combine all of the technical performance features of the Aegis membrane with the bonus of the comfort of fleece. The 3-layer Aegis membrane ensures that the Windshield range is 100% windproof and breathable, and effortlessly handles most showers.
Windshield Outer Layers provide total all-around wind protection with extra warmth and comfort for when it comes in hard and cold!
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TerryReviewed by Terry
I recommend this product
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5 Stars
Beauty, perfect fit, love the tight cuffs, the length and windproofing are great, tested it out yesterday! High quality garment. Very Happy
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Andrew J. R.Reviewed by Andrew J. R., from New Zealand
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45 - 54
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S
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S
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General Outdoors
Rated 5 out of 5
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Great Jacket!
Warm and stylish - I really love the detachable hood.
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paul r.Reviewed by paul r., from New Zealand
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Age Range
45 - 54
Size Purchased
L
Usual Size
L
Used For
General Outdoors
Rated 5 out of 5
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One of Swazi’s best ever jackets!
Not my first wind river and I think probably one of the best Swazi products out there….. first time on I didn’t like the new internal waist pull design then I quickly figured out how it works, cheers.
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Simon W.Reviewed by Simon W., from New Zealand
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45 - 54
Size Purchased
L
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L
Used For
Farming
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10 years and still going
I've had one of these for 10 years plus. Wear it everyday working all winter. Still going strong though a bit faded. Just ordered a new one to tidy myself up. Breathable for those hard working days and warm for those negative cold days. Great hood to keep you warm on those southerly days. Great buy
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