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Tired of waterproof breathable jackets that wear out? The Cactus Mountain jacket is for you. Built in ultra tough 3 layer WTF-3 fabric, with real exterior pockets and no bogus lighter-weight pocket linings that leak, this heavy duty jacket will protect you from the elements with way more durability than your average cut-price waterproof/breathable garment.
Here's what our testers thought of it: "I thought the fit of the jacket is spot on. The storm flap definitely did the job of keeping snow out of the pocket - even when I forgot to zip it up I didn't loose any goodies from the pocket. I really like having no hip pockets, as there is nothing to hinder and bunch up when bending at the hip. The pockets were sufficient for carrying all the stuff I needed for ski patrolling. Another feature I thought was pretty tiptop is the foldaway collar, it works nicely when snow is blowing everywhere."
"I was surprised at how well this thing breathes given how burly the fabric is. I never got hot skiing in it, and it’s obviously gonna last forever. Had a couple of stormy days in it on the mountain, it was totally wind and snow proof and the fabric didn’t soak, so it stayed supple yet bombproof in nasty weather."
- Fully seam sealed
- Super straightforward design for fewer fail points
- Two external zip access chest pockets - no leak points into the garment
- Foldaway hood domes away into fleece-lined tall collar
- Velcro hood adjustment
- Draw cord at hem
- Single piece yoke to minimise abrasion points on seams that might leak
- One fabric all the way through the garment - no bogus soft pocket linings
- YKK zips because they're the best
- Guaranteed for life, like all Cactus product
- Made right here in NZ
- Fabric: Cactus WTF-3 (320 denier nylon face fabric with bi-component membrane with excellent balanced performance)
- Water resistance: 25,000 mm
- Breathability: 4,500gm (A1 test ) + 8-12,000gm (B-1 test)
- Weight: 930 grams (Size Large)
- Do not dry clean
- Non-chlorine bleach only when needed
- Tumble dry on a medium heat to rejuvenate DWR coating
- Don't have a dryer? Just drip dry then iron on low heat, no steam to rejuvenate DWR Coating
- Close zips while washing (they'll last longer)
- Over time you may need to restore the DWR coating. We recommend using ReviveX Durable Water Repellent Spray
- Don't use permanent-marker, or any other solvent, on the lining of your garment
- If you get attacked by the abominable snowman and the fabric gets holed while saving your arm, send it back and we'll patch it
SIZE | XS | S | M | L | XL | XXL | 3XL | 4XL |
Chest (cm) | 106 | 110 | 118 | 122 | 128 | 135 | 140 | 145 |
Chest (inches) | 41.7 | 43.3 | 46.4 | 48.1 | 50.3 | 53.1 | 55.1 | 57.1 |
Back Length (cm) | 73 | 77 | 78 | 81 | 85 | 88 | 88 | 88 |
Back Length (inches) | 28.7 | 30.3 | 30.7 | 31.8 | 33.4 | 34.6 | 34.6 | 34.6 |
Arm Length (cm) | 69 | 71 | 74 | 77 | 81 | 85 | 87 | 89 |
Arm Length (inches) | 27.1 | 27.9 | 29.1 | 30.3 | 31.8 | 33.4 | 34.2 | 35.1 |

Measurements
Please note that the measurements are of the actual garment size so this means when you measure yourself you;ll be wanting a size that measures a bit bigger than your body.
Chest - around nipple region (around whole body)
Back Length - hood seam to bottom of jacket
Arm Length - from neck seam to wrist seam
Customer Reviews








Cactus Lifties are the ultimate in ski pants or ski trousers if you're mama raised you proper. These beauties are worn by mountain patrollers around NZ and are made for skiing and snowboarding at the most extreme level.
Their mad features include seam sealed nylon face waterproof and breathable fabric, reinforcing on cuffs, knee, seat and crutch to prevent chilly alpine blowouts. These snow pants also feature external pockets for extra durability, waterproofness and easy access along with internal snow cuffs - face shots are cool, pow up inside your legs isn't.
• Tough waterproof breathable Cactus WTF-3 fabric.
• External hip pockets that drain outside your leg.
• Extended zip fly flap to ensure what's behind your fly stays dry.
• 2 layer reinforcement all over the crotch and behind.
• Built in knee mats insure comfort when working on your knees.
• Quick exit/entry ankles with 360 degree cordura and domed/elasticated snow cuff.
• Fully seam sealed.
• YKK zips for rugged durability.
• Made right here in NZ
- Fabric: Cactus WTF-3 (320 denier nylon face fabric with bi-component membrane with excellent balanced performance)
- Water resistance: 25,000 mm
- Breathability: 4,500gm (A1 test ) + 8-12,000gm (B-1 test)
- Weight: Large - 870 grams
- Full warranty - on workmanship and materials
- Do Not Dry Clean
- Non-Chlorine Bleach Only When Needed
- Drip dry without creases or Tumble Dry, Normal, Medium Heat
- Iron, Low Heat, No Steam
- Close zips while washing (they'll last longer)
- Over time you may need to restore the DWR coating. We recommend using ReviveX Durable Water Repellent Spray
- Don't use permanent-marker, or any other solvent, on the lining of your garment
- If you get attacked by the abominable snowman and the fabric gets holed while saving your arm, send it back and we'll patch it
Size | XXS | XS | S | M | L | XL | XXL |
Waist (cm) | 71 | 76 | 81 | 86 | 91 | 96 | 103 |
Waist (inches) | 28 | 30 | 32 | 34 | 36 | 38 | 41 |
Leg Inseam (cm) | 73 | 76 | 79 | 82 | 85 | 88 | 88 |
Leg Inseam (inches) | 28.25 | 29.25 | 31 | 32.25 | 33.5 | 34.5 | 34.5 |
Waist
The measurements shown are of the garment itself. Measure around your waistline (top of hips), where trousers sit, keeping the tape comfortably loose.
Inseam
Measure pants that fit you well. Lay them flat and measure from the crotch to the bottom of the leg hem. If you don't have suitable pants, measure from your crotch to your desired pant leg length.
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Just when you thought you couldn't get anything better than merino for outdoor work or play... we bring you Cactus merino!
So what's so blimin good about it? In a nutshell:
The secret is in how the fibres are held together. Traditionally, fibres are twisted together for strength but in the process, the ends poke out, giving materials like wool their characteristic of the itchy Grandmas home knitted jersey feel.
Like wringing out a cloth, air pockets are squeezed out too. Cactus Merino on the other hand, lays the fibres along the same orientation as the rest of the yarn, so fabrics feel more comfortable. Because more of the insulating air is retained, Cactus merino materials are warmer and loftier than ring spun materials.
- 81% Merino, 12% Nylon, 7% Elastane
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180gsm
- Hand wash in cold water (separately for first wash as colour may bleed)
- Line dry
- Do not use bleach
- Do not dry clean
Size | 8 | 10 | 12 | 14 | 16 |
Body Width (CM) | 41.5 | 44 | 46.5 | 49 | 51.5 |
Body Length (CM) | 61 | 63 | 65 | 67 | 69 |

The measurements shown are of the garment itself.
Body Width
Body width is measured from underarm to underarm (just the front, not front and back).
Body Length
Body length is measured from shoulder point to hem.





The Cactus merino longsleeve tee is the ultimate simple but awesome midlayer top.
Designed to keep you warm under your Cactus Hoody, poking out from under your Cactus mountain jacket on an epic ski day or working hard wicking off your sweat on an Autumn tramp.
This is a no-nonsense top-performing merino tee!
What's so blimin good about it? In a nutshell:
- We use midweight merino stretch corespun, that's..
- 30% stronger than conventional merino midweights
- 20% superior abrasion resistance than conventional merino midweights
- Naturally odour resistant (phew!)
- Faster drying
- Comfort stretch
- Retains shape
- 81% Merino, 12% Nylon, 7% Elastane
-
180gsm
- Hand wash in cold water (separately for first wash as colour may bleed)
- Line dry
- Do not use bleach
- Do not dry clean






Made from 100% merino. The Mid-layer Merino is the ultimate four-seasons-in-one-day top.
Slip this beauty under your Cactus Mountain Jacket for a powder day in Winter, pop it over your Cactus longsleeve for removable warmth in Spring or Autumn, and over your Cactus Tee on a morning hike before the sun rocks up in Summer.
Simple and effective with an embroidered Cactus logo, a handy half zip, and subtle thumb holes designed to a Cactus-tough standard. 320 grams per square metre makes this top a bit weightier than our other merino gear - perfect for layering.
The Mid-layer Merino won't just be your favourite grab-and-go top, it also looks super sleek and is naturally odour-resistant so you can look (and smell) your best.
- Made in New Zealand from 100% merino
- Subtle but strong thumb holes
- A half zip
- Embroidered Cactus logo
- Naturally odour resistant (phew!)
- Faster drying
- Retains shape
Looking for more of an under-layer? Check out the Merino Tee or Longsleeve Tee. Both made from a slightly lighter merino blend, perfect for wearing on their own or under another layer.
- 100% Merino
- 320gsm
Size | 8 | 10 | 12 | 14 | 16 |
CB Length | 67 | 68.5 | 70 | 71.5 | 73 |
Chest | 84 | 89 | 94 | 99 | 104 |
Waist | 81 | 86 | 91 | 96 | 101 |
Hem | 95 | 100 | 105 | 110 | 115 |
Sleeve Length | 61 | 62 | 63 | 64 | 65 |
Hand wash in cold water using a wool detergent
Dry flat out of direct sunlight
Do not bleach
Do not tumble dry
Do not dry clean
Cool iron if required