First Impression
As usual from Mammut, the Stoney combination has a high-quality finish and is otherwise a rather simple hardshell outfit. I tested the trousers in black and the limited edition jacket in the colour "GRAIN". The design of the jacket is inspired by the dynamics of freshly fallen powder. However, the black and white colour scheme - especially in combination with the dark trousers - creates a kind of snow camouflage. Of course, this is a matter of taste. However, I personally think it's better to be out and about in striking colours - on the one hand for visibility in an emergency, and on the other for photos.
The jacket has the usual features, i.e. underarm ventilation, a detachable snow skirt, two neat Napoleon pockets as well as a small and a large inner pocket, the latter of which is ideal for skins, for example. The helmet-compatible hood fits well and stays in place thanks to a small elasticated "inner shield" and moves well with the head. The width of the trousers can be easily adjusted using two Velcro fasteners and there are two pockets on the front of the thighs, one of which has a loop for attaching an avalanche transceiver. Reinforcements made of solid material on the inside of the legs provide effective protection against cuts from ski edges.
I really like the workmanship of the suit and the details. The zips are not only well positioned, but also smooth-running and very solid. The Velcro fasteners are also rather wide, which is conducive to a long service life, even if this means not having the lightest on the market. This applies in particular to the jacket, which is solid and stable, but not necessarily very light.
