This New Jacket Solves the Most Annoying Issue with Technical Shells

The Wind Veil Hooded Jacket promises superior wind resistance, without the loud, crunchy design of typical outerwear.

Teal and black zip-up jacket with a zippered chest pocket worn over a light blue shirt.

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By Hayley Helms

Published May 13, 2026

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Updated May 14, 2026

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Windbreakers and technical shells are stereotypically loud and crunchy, but Mountain Hardwear’s latest release flips the script on the traditional wind-resistant jacket.

The Wind Veil Hooded Jacket is whisper-quiet, soft to the touch and just as capable as louder, stiffer jackets on the market. It also costs less than $150, a price point that’s getting harder and harder to find in technical outerwear.

Person wearing a yellow and olive Mountain Hardwear jacket with a black chest pocket and camouflage pants outdoors. — Keep wind chill low and style high with Mountain Hardwear’s minimal new outerwear release.

Winds of change

Made with camping, hiking and travel in mind, the Wind Veil Hooded Jacket is a streamlined, wearable shell that blends packable design, technical features and comfortable materials into one versatile option.

Teal and black hooded jacket with front zipper and zippered chest pocket worn by a person. — A YKK front zip closure and technical fabric make this a slim yet robust adventure apparel option.

Constructed with a 100-percent nylon proprietary material called WindWise 20D Micro Rip, the Wind Veil manages to blend superior wind resistance with an ultra-soft feel.

Yellow lightweight hooded jacket with black zippered chest pocket and front zipper. — The secure zippered chest pocket doubles as a stow pocket.

Teal and navy color-block windbreaker jacket with a zippered chest pocket worn over a light blue shirt. — A subtle sternum snaps the jacket on but allows for maximum ventilation.

Functional features include the three-piece hood made with an elastic binding, laminated brim and halo cinch that work in harmony to seal in warmth and keep the wind and weather out. It also features convenient hand pockets, while elasticized cuffs and hem also seal out wind.

A thoughtful sternum snap on the draft flap keeps the jacket connected at the center front, while allowing for maximum ventilation by unzipping the YKK front zip on the go.

Teal compact zippered pouch held by a person wearing a light blue Mountain Hardwear shirt and tan pants. — The packable design comes in clutch on the trail or keeping things clean at camp.

When the wind dies down, the entire jacket packs into its chest pocket and clips to your pack.

At under $135 and with four colorways to choose from, Mountain Hardwear’s latest elevated essential combines affordability and performance.

Availability and pricing

The Wind Veil Hooded Jacket is available now on Mountain Hardwear’s website, retailing for $135.

Light gray and beige hooded jacket with black zippered chest pocket and front zipper.

Mountain Hardwear Wind Veil Hooded Jacket

About the Author: Hayley Helms is an associate editor at Gear Patrol specializing in outdoor gear. Once upon a time, she wrote for Men’s Journal, Gearjunkie and Shape. Whether it’s testing a new rain shell or putting a pair of hiking boots through its paces, she leaves no stone unturned (however, she always Leaves No Trace).

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