Is my jacket warm enough for my winter hikes?
This jacket is filled with a double "ball-fibre" wadding, a tempting alternative to feathers:
- like feathers, it is composed of multiple fibres that trap the air inside, providing insulation from the cold
- it offers good thermal insulation, even when wet
- it is easy to maintain: machine washable and can be tumble dried.
How does my jacket protect me from outdoor conditions?
Your jacket is designed with a waterproof outer component that keeps out water and wind. In the winter, to stay warm, protect your head, hands, and feet as well. The warm, waterproof attached hood with fur, the ribbing at the cuffs, the high collar, and the central zip with windproof protection tabs prevent the cold from getting inside. This jacket has four pockets, including two soft and warm ones to protect your hands from the cold.
How to dress properly for hiking in the snow
To dress properly in winter, for whatever activity, we recommend using the three-layer principle:
Layer 1: The high-tech base layer transfers moisture away from the body to keep skin dry.
Layer 2: The second layer (fleece, sweater) provides warmth and transfers moisture outwards.
Layer 3: The jacket protects from the outdoor conditions: rain, snow, wind.
The whole outfit must be breathable in order to eliminate moisture.
Is my jacket 100% waterproof?
We designed the jacket with an outer fabric coated to make it waterproof. The resistance of a fabric is measured by the height of a water column in mm that can be supported by the fabric (test based on the ISO 811 standard). The higher the water pressure, the more waterproof the fabric. A component with a 2000 mm waterproof rating can withstand the pressure of a 2000 mm column of water (Schmerber). Validated in a shower test under 60L/m²/h of water, equivalent to a two-hour shower.
Water can get in through the seams. Does my jacket have taped seams?
Your jacket is fully waterproof thanks to the fully taped seams. Waterproof tape is added to the seams inside the garment to make the seams watertight, so that water cannot enter through the more vulnerable areas.
The waterproofing was validated with a shower test specially designed to replicate the conditions of a two-hour shower. It was also worn in the field in all weather conditions to make sure that it is suited to your activities.
Windproof:
A coating applied to the inner surface of the fabric makes it waterproof and windproof. Indeed, a waterproof fabric has the technical characteristics to be considered windproof. It's very important to protect yourself from the wind, when moving or stationary, because of the wind's powerful chilling effect.
How to preserve the technical qualities of my jacket
A fabric's water repellency is its ability to make water run off its surface without being absorbed. This keeps the fabric from soaking up water, so it stays lightweight and breathable. Water repellency is achieved by treating the fabric's exterior. This treatment must be renewed during the garment's lifespan (recommended after each wash). Spray or liquid products designed specifically for this purpose are available in our stores.
Will my jacket withstand regular use over the long-term?
To ensure the durability of our products, we perform tests on the selected components: resistance to rubbing and abrasion, color resistance, resistance to repeated washing. All these tests were conducted on the component of this jacket.
How does my product warranty work?
This product is guaranteed for two years from the date shown on the sales receipt. A product covered by the warranty will be repaired or exchanged free of charge. The warranty covers product defects, excluding those resulting from normal wear and tear or improper use.
Our products’ environmental impact
The environmental impact of the product is calculated over its entire life cycle using different indicators. An ABCDE rating shows the environmental impact of a product. Put forward by ADEME, it takes into account production, transportation, usage, and waste generated at the end of a product’s life. Decathlon displays this information voluntarily to help you identify products with lower environmental impact. Learn more at sustainability.decathlon.com
