{"id":81203,"date":"2025-03-14T13:11:25","date_gmt":"2025-03-14T17:11:25","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.sailingworld.com\/?p=81203"},"modified":"2025-04-01T16:06:15","modified_gmt":"2025-04-01T20:06:15","slug":"mustang-survivals-meris-kit-is-legit","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.sailingworld.com\/gear\/mustang-survivals-meris-kit-is-legit\/","title":{"rendered":"Mustang Survival&#8217;s Meris Kit is Legit"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>British Columbia\u2019s <a href=\"https:\/\/mustangsurvival.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Mustang Survival<\/a> has featured its Meris line of foul-weather gear since 2018, and like most companies with an established line, they\u2019ve been refining it every step of the way. Whether you\u2019re familiar with the line or not you\u2019ll like what they\u2019ve done.<\/p>\n\n\n\n        <section class=\"hydra-container\">\n\n\t\t\t                <div class=\"hydra-canvas\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"571\" src=\"https:\/\/www.sailingworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/meris_jacket_revised-1024x731.jpg\" class=\"hydra-image\" alt=\"\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1400px) 100vw, 1400px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.sailingworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/meris_jacket_revised-1024x731.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.sailingworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/meris_jacket_revised-300x214.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.sailingworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/meris_jacket_revised-768x548.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.sailingworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/meris_jacket_revised.jpg 1200w\" \/>                <\/div>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n            <figcaption class=\"caption margin_top_xs full border_1 hydra-figcaption\">\n                <span class=\"hydra-image-caption\">The Meris Jacket from Mustang Survival is an all-business offshore jacket.<\/span>\n                <span class=\"article_image_credit italic margin_right_xs\">Mustang Survival<\/span>\n\n\t\t\t\t            <\/figcaption>\n        <\/section>\n\t\t\n\n\n<iframe id=\"x8aa2rgac1\" src=\"https:\/\/Sailingworld.dragonforms.com\/x8aa2rgac1\" scrolling=\"no\" style=\"width:100%;height:165px;border:none;overflow:hidden;\"><\/iframe>\n\n\n\n<p>The biggest change to the jacket is a more relaxed fit. The hem has been eased from the previous model to give a straighter, less V-shape, which is good for layering. That also means it should fit a wider range of body shapes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Meris Jacket<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>When I first picked up the jacket, my initial reaction was, \u201cHoly smokes, this thing is really light!\u201d The size L we checked out tipped the scales at only 1.8 pounds, which was around a pound less than a comparable jacket we had on hand.&nbsp; Of course, part of this is the absence of a liner. Interior liners are great for creating a moisture barrier inside the jacket and a bit more warmth, but you can arguably accomplish the same thing with proper layering, and with the relaxed fit, there\u2019s plenty of room to work with various options there. Also, when rolled, it\u2019s much more compact than our lined comparison.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The jacket\u2019s material, which is not only waterproof and breathable, but feels rugged and durable, is constructed with a three-ply marine spec, and reinforced in areas with lightweight and durable Cordura 500. There are two cargo pockets in front that have waterproof zippers and flaps over the top; although we\u2019d like to see a little velcro to secure the flaps. Also front-side are two zipped, side-entry pockets with fleece lining, which is always a plus. There are no pockets inside the jacket. The front Aquaseal zipper is billed as 100-percent waterproof, so there\u2019s no need for a flap. The wrist openings have a very solid-feeling and comfortable neoprene gasket system that you can cinch with a velcro tab to greatly reduce water ingress. Wrists and shoulders feature reflective material.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The most unique part of the jacket is the hood. Zip the jacket up all the way, and you\u2019ll have a nice fleece-lined collar around your chin and lower face. Pull the hood out, pop it over your head, pull out the stowable face guard and attach, and you\u2019re suddenly cocooned. But this hood extends forward much further than those on other jackets we\u2019ve reviewed. It\u2019s almost like wearing a traditional Sou\u2019wester Hat backwards\u2013your face is really sheltered from the elements.&nbsp; In fact, it\u2019s far enough out that Mustang has added \u201cperipheral-view windows,\u201d which sound a bit odd, but they really work, and in time, you forget you\u2019re actually looking through them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Meris jacket is billed for coastal and offshore racing. It\u2019s compact, lightweight and streamlined, just the way we like it. Red or Navy, $699.99<\/p>\n\n\n\n        <section class=\"hydra-container\">\n\n\t\t\t                <div class=\"hydra-canvas\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"571\" src=\"https:\/\/www.sailingworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Meris-saloppets-revised-1024x731.jpg\" class=\"hydra-image\" alt=\"\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1400px) 100vw, 1400px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.sailingworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Meris-saloppets-revised-1024x731.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.sailingworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Meris-saloppets-revised-300x214.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.sailingworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Meris-saloppets-revised-768x549.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.sailingworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Meris-saloppets-revised-1536x1097.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.sailingworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Meris-saloppets-revised-2048x1463.jpg 2048w\" \/>                <\/div>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n            <figcaption class=\"caption margin_top_xs full border_1 hydra-figcaption\">\n                <span class=\"hydra-image-caption\">Mustang Survival&#8217;s Meris Salopette has multiple adjustment points, waterproof pockets, knee pads and reinforcement panels.<\/span>\n                <span class=\"article_image_credit italic margin_right_xs\">Mustang Survival<\/span>\n\n\t\t\t\t            <\/figcaption>\n        <\/section>\n\t\t\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Meris Salopette<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Salopettes have become de rigueur for a lot of racers over the years, and for good reason\u2014comfort and flexibility. We\u2019ve checked out a number of salopettes over the years, so we have a pretty good handle on what\u2019s what in that world. Plus, we just plain prefer them over bibs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Meris salopette is constructed of the same military spec material as the jacket and includes extra seat and knee reinforcement. The stretch back material and adjustable straps keep it in place and comfortable, even when going back and forth from standing to sitting to kneeling positions, which we tried numerous times.&nbsp; Like the jacket, the salopette has a relaxed fit, so you\u2019ll be able to wear just about whatever base layers you\u2019ll need. The range of adjustment to fit is controlled by waist cinchers as well as Velcro tabs behind the knees and at the ankles that can really taper all the fabric down the leg.&nbsp; All make for a compact, customized fit. The salopette has a waterproof, two-way, front zipper; it\u2019s convenient and eliminates the need for an inner flap.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>One detail we liked on the Meris that\u2019s not always found on salopettes are knee pads. Unless we\u2019re at the helm, somehow we always find ourselves kneeling at some point in the race, whether it\u2019s dealing with an issue at deck level, getting better leverage while grinding a winch or just seeking divine intervention for better wind.&nbsp; Always seems to happen.&nbsp; The Meris knee pads are just right\u2014large enough to cover the knees for a wide range of leg lengths and thick enough to provide the comfort you need, but not so thick that they interfere with movement.&nbsp; Don\u2019t need \u2018em?&nbsp; On the new Meris salopette, they\u2019re easily removable. But once you try them, we\u2019re sure you\u2019ll leave them in place.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Other features include two zipped thigh pockets, instead of the previous model\u2019s one. The left one has a cell-phone-sized window section that\u2019s perfect for wet notes or anything else you need to be able to see without having to dig it out of a pocket.&nbsp; The right leg now has a tool tie. The idea is that you can separate tools from screens and notes. There\u2019s also an upper chest pocket. Plenty of places to stash stuff.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Like the jacket, the Meris Salopette is designed for coastal as well as offshore conditions.&nbsp; Available in navy, $649.99<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Mustang Survival updated its Meris line with a sophistication and fit for inshore and offshore racing. 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