What type of padding is used to provide warmth?
Recognized for their high thermal insulation, down and feather also provide an excellent weight/warmth/compression ratio. However, remember that the warmth provided comes from the combination of the down/feather grammage and the expansion capacity of the jacket. Indeed, together, they provide you with warmth and insulate you from the cold (padding 50% down and 50% feathers in the body, recycled wadding 100 g/m² at the bottom of jacket and arms, 60 g/m² on the collar).
Which components added to the padding give it warmth?
In addition to the padding of your jacket, the waterproof zippers, the snow skirt, the collar, the adjustable hood, and the cuff adjustments offer even more insulation from the cold, for a greater feeling of warmth.
What is a membrane and what's it for?
The membrane is a very fine component applied to the inner surface of the outer fabric. This hydrophilic component prevents water from seeping in while wicking away the perspiration produced by the body. The membrane is unbeatable when it comes to staying warm and dry.
How is the waterproofness of the jacket measured?
We measure a fabric's resistance to a column of water expressed in mm (based on the ISO 811 standard). The higher the pressure, the more waterproof the fabric. A component with a water resistance of 8000 mm therefore withstands the pressure exerted by 8000 mm of water.
What elements of the jacket protect me from the weather?
The 500 jacket has been developed with a rigorous component and assembly, which block the passage of water and limit the wind chill factor so that you can better cope with bad weather (rain, snow, wind, etc.). To check that it is waterproof, this jacket was placed in a special shower reproducing the conditions a skier has to cope with. We have checked the waterproofness of this product in practice in various weather conditions over several days.
What is the purpose of your jacket's water-repellent feature?
The water-repellent property of a fabric is its capacity to make water run off its surface without absorbing it. This jacket features water-repellent components that extend its weather resistance. The fabric is made water-repellent by treating its outer surface. However, this property may deteriorate with use.
How can you reactivate the water repellency of your jacket?
Remember that water repellency can be restored. To do this, you can use a waterproof spray (sold in our stores): spray the product evenly over the entire garment, then let it dry for 10-12 hours.
What is a "breathable" jacket?
This is a product that can release the water vapour produced by your body when exercising. To see if a fabric is breathable, we measure its resistance to evaporative heat (RET) in a standardized ISO 11092 test. The lower the RET, the more breathable the fabric. The 500 jacket has an RET of 11. However, it is the technical solutions (zippers, vents, mesh) that Wedze uses that limit the condensation inside the garment and maximize breathability.
What is the fit of the 500 jacket?
Regular fit. The jacket has sides that fall straight and remain parallel rather than trying to follow the shape of your bust. The interior volume means this jacket can be worn in combination with a first and second technical layer.
How should you dress to stay warm on the slopes?
To make sure you stay warm and dry, we recommend using the 3-technical-layer rule: Layer 1 or second skin, to stay dry. Layer 2 or the insulating layer, to keep the warmth in. Layer 3 or the protective layer, to protect against bad weather.
How can I prevent snow from getting in when I fall?
The snow skirt (which is automatic), as well as the adjustable cuffs, prevent the entry of snow and air during practice and especially in case of a fall.
How should you wash your jacket?
* Wash the jacket inside-out
* Machine wash at 30°, Delicate cycle with little detergent and no fabric softener.
* Put 2 clean, ideally white, tennis balls in the drum of the washing machine.
* Perform a second or third rinse cycle to make sure that any washing product that remains from the previous wash has been eliminated.
How should you dry your jacket?
Dry in a tumble dryer (strongly recommended)
* Use a gentle or delicate cycle.
* Warning, make sure you select a gentle spin cycle.
* Dry on several long cycles to dry completely.
* Between 2 cycles, shake the down to break up the clumps of feathers that form during washing.
If you do not have a tumble dryer, the process is longer. (drying can take 1 to 2 weeks on a dry and flat place). Make sure you pat the jacket to avoid feather balls (at least 4/5 times)
Where do the feathers come from?
Thanks to our traceability system, we can guarantee the origin of the feathers in accordance with our commitment to using responsible materials. Our suppliers are committed to using only feathers that come from ducks that are bred for their meat and which are plucked after slaughtering.
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A score to compare the environmental footprint of the products
The product's environmental footprint is calculated for its entire life and using various indicators. An overall score from A to E is given to help you easily identify the most eco-friendly products by comparing products of the same type (T-shirts, pants, backpacks, etc.)
Decathlon is committed to displaying the environmental information of its products.
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