Comfortable between 5°C and -5°C. Down with a fill power of 800 cuin.

Warmth

Easily folds away into its left-hand pocket with a double-pull zipper.

Compact design

Surface-treated outer fabric prevents water infiltration.

Water repellent

Outer fabric: 100% polyamide, 35 g/m². 15-denier fabric.

Abrasion resistance

Pockets

This down jacket weighs approximately 430 g (15 oz.) in size L.

Weight

This down jacket keeps you warm during your cool weather hikes. Effective to -5°C for intense activity and 5°C for light activity.

Maximum wash temperature of 30°C. Very delicate cycle.

Maximum wash temperature 70°C. Normal cycle.

Ironing at a maximum iron soleplate temperature of 200°C.

Waterproof

Air Temperature

Condition

Windproof

Frequency

Pack

Pocket

thumb pass

Type of Length

sleeve length

Hood

Style

Main Material

Worn as a third layer, this padded jacket has been certified for an active comfort temperature of -5°C during a standardized test in a thermal chamber. The model is wearing a synthetic, long-sleeved T-shirt and a light fleece underneath. Effective in simulated 5 km/h wind. 
We also tested this product in static mode: the comfort temperature is 5°C in this case.

How warm is this padded jacket?

The fill power of down has 3 advantages for mountain hiking:

- Thermal insulation, because of the air trapped in the down and feathers.
Ultra-lightweight: down is lighter than synthetic fill and provides the same warmth. This saves even more weight in your backpack.
- Ultra-compressible.

The advantages of duck down and feather filling

Fill power is a measure of the down’s thermal insulation capacity and potential to trap air. It is expressed in cuin (cubic inches).
Down with higher fill power will take up more space, trap more air, and provide greater thermal insulation.With an 85% down and 15% feather filling, this jacket has a guaranteed fill power of 800 cuin or more (international standard).

Measuring the fill power of down and feather wadding

A fabric’s water repellency is its ability to make water run off its surface without being absorbed.
This prevents the fabric from absorbing water and keeps it lightweight and warm. The fabric in this down jacket is water-repellent, although we recommend you wear a waterproof jacket over top in the rain. The fabric is made water-repellent by treating its outer surface, but the treatment can deteriorate with use. 
We recommend restoring it after each wash.

Water repellency (not to be confused with waterproofing)

This washable down jacket can be worn all winter. But the less you wash it, the longer its thermal insulation and water repellency will last.
 
In short: 
1. Machine wash at 30°C with detergent specially formulated for down or technical garments. Gentle spin cycle.

2. Tumble dry with 2 or 3 tennis balls and repeat 2 or 3 times until it is completely dry.

How to care for down jackets

Once you have cleaned your padded jacket, we recommend using a water-repellent reactivator spray to preserve the hydrophobic properties of the outer fabric. This renews the fabric’s water-repellent properties and optimizes its performance throughout its life cycle.

How do I reactivate the waterproofing properties?

Snags are common when hiking in a padded jacket. Simply mend it or apply an iron-on patch to prevent the tear from getting bigger and letting the synthetic fibres escape. 
Not sure about repairing it yourself? Don’t worry! Our in-store workshops offer a repair service to mend your padded jacket with an iron-on patch.

Got a snag? Here’s how to repair your down jacket.

XS: 70 g
S: 76 g
M: 81 g
L: 87 g
XL: 94 g
XXL: 100 g
XXXL: 112 g

Filling weight

Jackets & Sweaters

Comfortable between 5°C and -5°C. RDS ethical down with a fill power of 800 cuin.

This padded jacket weighs approximately 280 g in size L.

This down and feather jacket keeps you warm between + 5°C (at rest) and -5°C (on the move).

Weather Conditions

The fill power of down has 3 advantages for mountain hiking:

- Thermal insulation, because of the air trapped in the down and feathers.
- Ultra-lightweight: down is lighter than synthetic fill and provides the same warmth. This saves even more weight in your backpack.
- Ultra-compressible.

Fill power is a measure of the down’s thermal insulation capacity and potential to trap air. It is expressed in cuin (cubic inches).
Down with higher fill power will take up more space, trap more air, and provide greater thermal insulation.With an 90% down and 10% feather filling, this jacket has a guaranteed fill power of 800 cuin or more (international standard).

This washable down jacket can be worn all winter. But the less you wash it, the longer its thermal insulation and water repellency will last.
  
In short: 
1. Machine wash at 30°C with detergent specially formulated for down or technical garments. Gentle spin cycle.

2. Tumble dry with 2 or 3 tennis balls and repeat 2 or 3 times until it is completely dry.

Got a snag? How to repair your fleece

 Our products’ environmental impact

Comfort zone between 5°C and -5°C. Filling (125 g/m²). Drawstring at hem of jacket

Easily folds away into its left-hand pocket using a zipper with double pull

100% polyamide outer fabric, 39 g/m² 20 denier

Durability

Synthetic fabric and filling can be machine washed at 30°C.

Easy to care for

This padded jacket weighs approximately 370 g (13 oz.) in size L.

Eco-design

This hooded padded jacket combines warmth, light weight, and durability. It allows you to trek comfortably in cool weather down to -5°C when active.

Worn as a third layer, this padded jacket has been certified for an active comfort temperature of -5°C during a standardized test in a thermal chamber. The model is wearing a synthetic, long-sleeved T-shirt and a light fleece underneath. It works with a simulated 5 km/h (3 mph) wind.  
We also tested this product in “static” mode. the comfort temperature is 5°C in this case.

We use 100% polyester filling (70% recycled) weighing 125 g/m² in the body and 150 g/m² in the sleeves and hood.

Our fill is made from silicone-coated spiral fibres that make the bag extremely compressible and durable.
Despite its thinness, the trapped air makes the filling highly insulating.

It stays warm even when wet.

Want to know more about the filling?

This polyamide fabric uses 20 denier thread (thread thickness unit of measurement) and resists 20,000 cycles of abrasion. Durability is calculated using the Martindale test, Standard 12 947-2. This test consists of rubbing the jacket’s fabric against another material to determine its resistance to wear.
Exterior: 100% polyamide fabric 39 g/m², 20 denier.
Lining: 100% polyamide fabric 35 g/m², a mix of 15 to 20 denier threads

Durable materials

A fabric’s water repellency is its ability to make water run off its surface without being absorbed.
This prevents the fabric from absorbing water and keeps it lightweight and warm. The fabric is made water-repellent by treating its outer surface, this property may deteriorate with use. 
We recommend restoring it after each wash.

The MT100 Hiking Padded Jacket’s water-repellent treatment does not use PFC (perfluorocarbons).  
PFCs make fabric water-repellent, but are toxic to humans and the environment. By replacing the PFCs with other technologies that we are developing to enable the same level of performance, we are helping to reduce this environmental impact.

PFC-free water-repellency treatment

Once your jacket is clean, we recommend you use a water-repellent reactivator spray to preserve the hydrophobic properties of the outer fabric. Renew the fabric’s water-repellent properties and optimize its performance throughout its lifetime. Look for it in store and on our website using reference code 8554908

Restoring water repellency

Snags are common when hiking in a padded jacket. Good news! Tears can be repaired to prevent them from getting worse and to stop feathers from escaping.
Not sure about repairing it yourself? Don’t worry! Our in-store workshops offer a repair service to mend your padded jacket with an iron-on patch.

Inside flap under the zipper protects from the wind.
Elastic cuffs. Elastic cuffs, soft fabric flap at the top of the collar to protect the chin.
Tightens with an elastic cord and toggle at the hem.

Hood with elasticated bias binding.

Features

Tops & Bottoms

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Stretch fabric (2% spandex) and loose fit

Freedom of movement

4 pockets | 1 thigh pocket (hook-and-loop tab) | 2 hand pockets | 1 rear pocket

Easy transport

Main component contains 79% organic cotton.

Softness

Regular fit | Available from size S to 3XL

Anatomic design

Belt with wide loops | Press stud fastening

User comfort

The main fabric contains small quantities of polyester to wick away moisture

Quick drying

Lightweight

Designed for occasional hikes on easy trails.

Iron at a maximum soleplate temperature of 150°C.

Ironing at a maximum soleplate temperature of 110°C. Steam treatment may cause irreversible damage.

Duration

The pant material makes them pleasant to wear between seasons or in summer, as it is not too hot.

Three-season pants

The pant material contains spandex. If you are between two sizes, choose the smallest of the two. After washing, the pants may seem a little tight. However, they will loosen after use (like a pair of jeans with spandex).

Our advice for choosing your size

The fabric of these pants contains 79% organic cotton.
We began using organic cotton in 2006, a market that currently represents just 0.4% of worldwide cotton production. The cotton is grown without chemical fertilizers or pesticides. It protects biodiversity, soil fertility and reduces the risk of groundwater pollution. This is still not enough and that’s why we are working to make this product eco-designed.

Our environmental approach

Thanks to all your feedback, we have improved the concept and design of the NH 100 pants. The stretch component of this new model increases your freedom of movement. We also improved comfort (softness of cotton, width of the waistband) and drying speed (synthetic component). Finally, we also took into account your feedback on the depth of the pockets and the cut of the pants.

Your opinion is important to us!

2,000-mm waterproof coating. 100% taped seams including zipped chest pocket. Hood

4 sealed pockets: 2 zipped hand, 1 watertight chest, 1 inner hook-and-loop fastener

Full-length zipper makes it easy to put on. Available in sizes S to 4XL.

Hydrophilic coating RET = 12: reduces condensation | Mesh lining

Breathability

The NH 500 Hiking Waterproof Jacket was designed for regular hiking on lowlands, in the forest, or on the coast in rainy weather.

Ventilation Zippers

Closed Pocket

Number of Pockets

Precipitation

Ventilation

type of waterproofing

breathability (in RET)

Playing Surface

Zipper Type

Schmerber

   We use this process for the colours beige, navy blue, and black (codes 8650027 and 8785166).

This product reflects our commitment to consuming less water

Waterproof rating of 2,000 mm.
This jacket has been shower-tested at 60 L of water/m²/hr in 1 hour. It protects you from minor downpours, i.e., 6 cm of rain in one hour.
We measure a fabric’s resistance to water pressure, expressed in terms of the height of a water column in mm (based on the ISO 811 standard). The higher the water pressure, the more waterproof the fabric. Waterproof material rated 2,000 mm can withstand the pressure exerted by a 2,000 mm column of water (roughly the equivalent of a two-hour shower).

Water resistance (fabric)

By recycling plastic bottles or used fabrics to produce our polyester, we reduce the use of petrol-based resources while maintaining the material’s quality and performance during hikes.
We use recycled polyester fibres on the blue (code 8731538) and on the red (code 8650029), as well as for the jacket lining in all colours.

Why choose recycled polyester?

The fabric of this jacket is water-repellent, i.e., water runs off its surface without being absorbed. This keeps the fabric from soaking up water so the jacket stays lightweight and breathable. A water-repellent treatment is applied to the exterior of the fabric. The main seams are also taped.

Fabric water repellency

Our fabric is extremely breathable – TER 12 
Breathability is measured according to the product’s thermal evaporative resistance. This refers to its capacity to release perspiration during activity. The lower the thermal evaporative resistance (RET), the higher the fabric’s breathability.

RET < 9 = extremely breathable 
RET < 12 = very breathable 
RET < 20 = breathable 
RET > 20 = slightly breathable to not breathable at all

Fabric breathability

We changed our water-repellent treatments to exclude perfluorocarbon (PFC) technologies.
PFCs make fabric water-repellent but are toxic to humans and the environment. By replacing PFCs with other technologies that deliver the same level of performance, we reduce our environmental impact.

Your health is our top priority

To maintain water repellency, we recommend regular reactivation. 
Reactivate water repellency after three washes (remember to rinse thoroughly) or after using a dozen times in the rain. 
You can easily reactivate water repellency by warming the fabric: 
- in a dryer for 15 minutes (synthetics cycle) – with a hair dryer, moving back and forth from a distance of 20 cm (8”), twice
 – with an iron on the delicate setting and with the steam function off

How to maintain your jacket’s waterproof coating and long life

How much you perspire depends on the intensity and duration of your physical activity. If the fabric’s breathability is not right for your activity, perspiration will condense inside the jacket. Your clothing will feel damp. this is not rain coming through, but condensation caused by perspiration. It’s important to choose a jacket based on the type of physical activity you will be doing. This jacket is designed for the occasional one-day hike at a speed of 5 km/h (3 mph).

Choose your waterproof jacket according to the intensity of your activity. 

For full protection against wind and rain, we recommend the NH 500 Rain Overpants too.  

Other recommended products

2,000 mm-rated waterproof coating | Main seams taped | Hood

Closed pocket with zipper | The jacket folds away into its right pocket

Hydrophilic coating (RET = 12): reduces condensation under the rain jacket.

Hood adjustment | Zipper pull makes it easy to open with gloves

Ease of use

Light and compact rain jacket | Weight: 175 g in size L.

Eco-designed for your occasional hikes in the forest or on the coast. A backup solution in case of rain!

Wind

Tightening Type

Rain jacket fabric has a waterproof rating of 2000 mm
This jacket has been shower-tested at 60 L of water/m²/hr in 1 hr. It protects you from minor downpours, i.e., 6 cm of rain in one hour.
We measure a fabric’s resistance to water pressure, expressed in terms of the height of a water column in mm (based on the ISO 811 standard). The higher the water pressure, the more waterproof the fabric. Waterproof material rated 2,000 mm can withstand the pressure exerted by a 2,000 mm column of water (roughly the equivalent of a two-hour shower).

Our fabric is extremely breathable – TER 12 
Breathability is measured according to the product’s thermal evaporative resistance. This refers to its capacity to release perspiration during activity. The lower the thermal evaporative resistance (TER), the higher the fabric’s breathability.

TER < 9 = extremely breathable 
TER < 12 = very breathable 
TER < 20 = breathable 
TER > 20 = slightly breathable to not breathable at all.

We changed our water-repellent treatments to exclude perfluorocarbon (PFC) technologies.
PFCs make fabric water-repellent, but are toxic to humans and the environment. By replacing PFCs with other technologies that deliver the same level of performance, we reduce our environmental impact.

This rain jacket has been designed for a two-hour hike at a pace of up to 5 km/h (3 mph), without elevation gain.
How much you perspire depends on the intensity and duration of your physical activity. If the fabric’s breathability is not right for your activity, perspiration will condense inside the jacket. Your clothing will feel damp. This dampness is not rain soaking through, but condensation caused by perspiration. You need to choose a rain jacket that suits your activity. 

For full protection against wind and rain, we recommend NH 500 rain pants too.  

Component with thermal insulation, brushed inner and outer fabric (200 g/m²). With high collar.

Polyester knit lets perspiration escape. Built-in zipper.

Two zipper pockets secure personal items.

This low-cost, warm, and breathable fleece was eco-designed for occasional hiking in the mountains.

Skill Level

Collar Type

Grammage

Place of Practice

We make our polyester from plastic bottles, reducing the use of oil-based resources while preserving the material’s quality and performance.

Recycled polyester

Bulk dyeing or “dope dyeing” incorporates the pigments during the thread manufacture. This technique reduces the environmental impact compared to standard dyeing, which takes place once the thread forms a fabric and involves more water consumption and pollution. 
Our MH 120 black and grey fleece models use the dope dyeing process, and we’re working to develop it for other colours.

Dope dyeing

The fabric’s texture and brushed knit traps air.
This air acts as a natural insulator, keeping the body warm.Lab-tested for comfort at temperatures from 7°C to 10°C without an additional jacket.

Fleece material: insulates with air

Our hiking fleeces are tested to guarantee durability. We guarantee:
- resistance to pilling caused by contact with backpacks and arm movements
- seam strength
- resistance after several washes
- colourfastness after washing or exposure to UV light or perspiration

Guaranteed lifespan of two years

Created in our international design centre at the foot of Mont Blanc in France, this fleece is then manufactured by our suppliers in Vietnam and Bangladesh.
We collaborate closely with these partners who have specialist expertise in fleece manufacturing. 
Thanks to this relationship of trust with our industrial partners, we can create high-quality technical products.

Where do our fleeces come from?

Our Quechua global design centre is based in Passy, at the foot of Mont Blanc in Haute-Savoie, France. 
This location is a real meeting place for our teams and outdoor sports enthusiasts. It’s the perfect place to design quality hiking products by applying our full expertise.

Product design: our expertise.

Comfortable between 0°C and -10°C. 
RDS down with a fill power of 660 cuin.

2 hand pockets and 1 chest pocket with a zipper to keep your belongings safe.

Designed for hiking in the mountains in cold weather.

Worn as a third layer, this padded jacket has been certified for an active comfort temperature of -10°C during a standardized test in a thermal chamber. The model is wearing a synthetic, long-sleeved T-shirt and a light fleece underneath. Effective in simulated 5 km/h wind. 
We also tested this product in static mode: The comfort temperature was 0°C.

Fill power is a measure of the down’s thermal insulation capacity and potential to trap air. It is expressed in cuin (cubic inches).
Down with higher fill power will take up more space, trap more air, and provide greater thermal insulation.With an 85% down and 15% feather filling, this jacket has a guaranteed fill power of 660 cuin or more (international standard).

A fabric’s water repellency is its ability to make water run off its surface without being absorbed.
This prevents the fabric from absorbing water and keeps it lightweight and warm. The fabric of this down jacket is water-repellent; however, we recommend that you wear a waterproof jacket over it during prolonged exposure to the rain.   The fabric is made water-repellent by treating its outer surface. However, this property may deteriorate with use. 
We recommend restoring it after each wash.

XS: 145 g (5 oz.)
S: 153 g (5.4 oz.)
M: 160 g (5.6 oz.)
L: 169 g (5.9 oz.)
XL: 178 g (6.3 oz.)
XXL: 187 g (6.6 oz.)
XXXL: 

Double wadding layer (2 x 200 g/m2) on the body
200 g/m2 layer on the arms

18,000 mm waterproof coating. Taped main seams.

Anti-blizzard hood (synthetic fur), cuffs, waist tightening.

Limits snow entering

Zippers and snaps are easy to use with gloves
Inside mesh pocket

2 comfort zippers at the bottom of the jacket so you can bend over or sit down

Easy opening/closing

2 handwarmer pockets, 2 high zipped pockets, 1 secure inner pocket

Make the most of the snow!
This ultra-warm and protective parka is ideal for hiking in the cold, snow, and wind, down to -20°C.

Maximum washing temperature of 40°C. Very delicate cycle.

Season

Membrane Construction

Lining Material

type of hood

This parka was developed for winter conditions such as intense cold, snow, blizzards. Insulation is provided by the thick synthetic wadding that traps air (double layer on the body and single layer at the arms).
A long inner flap beneath the zipper blocks cold air. The system is supplemented by a drawstring at the hem to make the jacket comfortable down to -20°C.

Is my jacket warm enough for winter hikes?

Your jacket has a waterproof material that keeps out water and wind. To stay warm in winter, you must also protect your extremities (head, hands, feet). The anti-blizzard hood’s detachable synthetic fur, wrist sleeves, and rising collar keep the cold out. The fleece-lined, high handwarmer pockets perfectly protect your hands.

How does my jacket protect me from outdoor conditions?

A coating applied to the outer fabric of your jacket makes it waterproof. The resistance of a fabric to water pressure is expressed in terms of the height in mm of a water column. The higher the water pressure, the more waterproof the fabric. A component with a waterproofing resistance of 18,000 mm resists the pressure of 18,000 mm of water. This test was carried out before washing.

How can I be sure that my jacket is 100% waterproof?

Taped main seams ensure that your jacket is waterproof. The inside seams are also sealed with waterproof tape to make them watertight and prevent water from seeping into more vulnerable areas.
A waterproofing test is conducted that replicates the conditions of a two-hour rain shower. The jacket was also field-tested in all weather conditions to make sure it’s suitable for your activities.

Water often gets in through the seams. Does my jacket have waterproof seams?

Practical, smart details: 2 hand warmer pockets, 2 outside flap pockets, 1 secure inside pocket, 2 inside mesh pockets, to keep everything handy. 
The main zipper has a long zipper pull and snap buttons as well as a thumb pass so you can open or close your jacket while keeping your hands snug in your gloves. The 2 zippers at the bottom of the jacket allow you to easily bend or sit down comfortably.

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