Storm protection. 3-layer membrane. 20,000 mm water (Schmerber).

Waterproof

29 cm (11”) side openings and component that wicks away perspiration (RET = 6).

Breathability

Lightweight

Drawstring at the hem, adjustable sleeves, adjustable hood.

Anatomic design

2 zipped hand pockets, 1 zipped inside pocket, 1 inside pocket.

Pockets

Lightweight, compressible fabric saves weight and space in your backpack.

Compact design

Designed to protect you from bad weather during your regular mountain hikes.

Drying in tumble dryer possible. Low temperature, maximum drum exhaust temperature 60°C.

Maximum washing temperature 30°C. Normal cycle.

Ventilation Zippers

Skill Level

Frequency

Season

Precipitation

Weather Conditions

sleeve length

Membrane Construction

Place of Practice

Windproof

Pocket

RECCO system

type of waterproofing

type of hood

thumb pass

breathability (in RET)

Type of Length

Hood

Style

Schmerber

Main Material

Slim fit with raglan sleeves and good stretch properties for plenty of freedom of movement during your hikes. 
A warm layer, such as a fleece or a lightly padded jacket, can be worn underneath. 

Elastic drawstring and tightening toggle for easy adjustment. 
Integrated semi-rigid visor provides high-level protection.
The small detail that makes the difference: a triangular opening on the side of the hood for better visibility.

Main component 

The waterproof rating depends on two key criteria: component and construction. 
This product was made with a membrane.
The membrane is a kind of very thin plastic film (polyurethane) that makes the component waterproof and breathable. 
It is flexible, lightweight, and breathable.

Membrane

3-layer design: The membrane is glued between the outer and inner fabric. We use it for durable, high-performing jackets.

Layer design

Laboratory tests are conducted to guarantee the waterproof rating of a component. The resistance of a fabric is measured by the height of a water column in mm.
The higher the water pressure, the more waterproof the fabric. 
This product’s component has a 20,000 mm waterproof rating and can withstand the pressure of a 20,000 mm water column. 
This is equivalent to 20,000 Schmerber.

Component 
waterproofing

We conduct laboratory tests that simulate rainfall to guarantee the jacket’s waterproof rating. 
This product was validated in a shower test under 18 cm of rain for 2 hours. This test reproduces the average conditions of a mountain storm.

Water resistance of the 
jacket

Component breathability is measured by its thermal evaporative resistance (RET). 
This allows perspiration to escape during physical activity, preventing it from accumulating on the skin. 
The lower the RET, the more breathable the fabric. 
RET ≤ 6: very breathable fabric 
RET ≤ 12: breathable fabric 
RET ≤ 20: not very breathable fabric 
This product as a RET of 6.

A fabric is water-repellent when water slides off its surface without being absorbed. Because the fabric doesn’t soak up water, it remains lightweight and breathable. Water repellency is achieved by treating the fabric’s exterior. This treatment needs to be reapplied throughout the product’s lifetime. Water repellency can be reactivated by putting the item in the dryer for 10 minutes on low heat.
You can also use a waterproofing spray (ref.: 8554908).

How to restore water repellency

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

Product design: our outdoor experts

Hiking Jackets

Durability

Two-way stretch fabric, pre-formed knees, elastic waistband.

Freedom of movement

Ventilation zippers on the sides improve air circulation.

Ventilation

Water beads and runs off the treated fabric.

Water repellent

These pants weigh about 510 g (18 oz) in size M.

Weight

Ideal for walking in cool or windy weather. A stronger fabric is used on the knees and seat.

reinforced area

Number of Pockets

belt height

modular

Customization

Type of Bell

These pants are designed with 2 different components:
- a very durable fabric (277 g/m²) on the areas that need protection from abrasion (seat, knees, and the front of the lower leg) 
- a durable (198 g/m²) and stretchy fabric (12% elastane) on the rest of the pants, providing you with great freedom of movement

Why choose a hybrid construction for the MT 900 Hiking 
Pants?

The MT 900 Hiking Pants are water-repellent. They allow water to slide off the surface of the fabric. This product is water-repellent, not waterproof.

The water repellency prevents the pants from getting wet too quickly. However, this won’t be enough to keep you dry if you’re in steady rain. For intense rain, you will need a pair of rain pants like the MT 500 Rain Pants (ref.8736465).

Water repellency can be reactivated using a reactivating water-repellent spray (ref. 8800346).

Are the MT 900 Hiking Pants water-repellent?

The MT 900 Hiking Pants have several pockets:

- 2 zipped hand pockets
- 2 zipped thigh pockets
- 1 zipped back pocket

A hook at the bottom of each pant leg allows you to hook your pants 
over your boots so that you can prevent stones and snow from getting inside. 

Ventilation zippers on the sides improve air circulation. 
The belt that comes with the pants can also be used as a tightening strap for your equipment.

What accessories come with the MT 900 Hiking 
Pants?

These pants have a snug, close-fitting cut. Perfect freedom of movement with two-way stretch fabric. If you prefer loose-fitting pants, choose one size up from your usual size.

What is the cut of the MT 900 Hiking Pants?

Hiking Pants

The 2-layer fabric reinforces the shoulders.

Abrasion resistance

The multi-layer structure protects from winds up to 30 km/h.

Comfortable between 10°C and 13°C as a second layer. Microgrid fleece lining.

Warmth

Back lining in ventilated fabric to let perspiration escape.

This jacket weighs about 490 g (17 oz) in size L.

Water-repellent treatment prevents water from seeping through the fabric.

This warm, softshell windbreaker jacket was designed for changing weather conditions.

Lining Material

Removable Hood

Zipper Type

Fitted cut. The jacket’s inner layer can be worn over a warm second layer such as a micro-fleece.

Sizing information

The wind can make you feel considerably colder. An outside temperature of 0°C with 20 km/h winds feels like -10°C. Windproof fabric offset the discomfort associated with this freezing effect. This gear is very effective at reducing heat loss by creating a barrier against the wind.

Thermal comfort and wind proofing

Drawstring with toggles at the bottom of the jacket 
Tightening at the cuffs with hook and loop tabs
Adjustable hood

Protective details

A fabric’s water repellency refers to its ability to shed water without absorbing it.
This keeps the fabric from soaking up water so the jacket stays lightweight and breathable. The fabric is made water-repellent by treating its outer surface; however, this property may deteriorate with use.
You will find out how to reactivate the water repellency of your softshell jacket in our article “Maintaining, washing and repairing waterproof or water-repellent clothing” available on the Forclaz website.

Water repellency (different from waterproofing)

To reactivate the water repellency, you can use the textile waterproofing liquid available in stores or on the website under reference 8554908. 
It regenerates the water repellency of the fabric and optimizes the performance of your garment throughout its life.

Other recommended products

Comfortable between 0°C and -10°C. Down with a fill power of 800 cuin. 

Outer fabric treated to prevent water infiltration.

Outer fabric with reinforced mesh stops tears from getting worse.

2 hand pockets, 1 zipped chest pocket, 2 inner pockets.

Down jacket with hood for trekking in cold weather down to -10°C.

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

Condition

Air Temperature

Pack

When 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 shirt and a light fleece underneath. It works with a simulated 5 km/h wind. We also tested this product in static mode; the comfort temperature is 0°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 wadding is lighter than synthetic and provides the same warmth. This saves more weight in your backpack.
- Ultra-compressible.

The advantages of 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. This jacket is filled with 90% down and 10% feathers and has a guaranteed fill power of 800 cuin (international standard) or more.

Measuring the fill power of down and feather filling

XS: 122 g (4.3 oz)
S: 131 g (4.6 oz)
M: 140 g (4.9 oz)
L: 149 g (5.2 oz) 
XL: 159 g (5.6 oz)
2XL: 170 g (5.9 oz)
3XL: 181 g (6.3 oz)
4XL: 192 g (6.7 oz)

Filling weight

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.
Our advice: 
1. Machine wash at 30°C with detergent specially formulated for down or technical garments. Use a gentle spin cycle. 
2. Tumble dry with 2 or 3 tennis balls; repeat 2 or 3 times until completely dry.

How to care for down jackets

This fabric is water-repellent. Water repellency keeps the fabric lightweight and warm. It is recommended to wear a waterproof jacket over top in the rain. Treatment on the outer surface achieves water repellency, but the treatment can deteriorate with use. We recommend restoring it after each wash.

After washing, we recommend using a water-repellent spray to prevent water absorption. This renews water-repellent properties and improves performance throughout the garment’s life cycle.

Restoring water repellency

Snags are common during hikes. The good news is that it can be repaired to prevent further tearing and to stop feathers from escaping. Need help repairing? Don’t worry! Some Decathlon workshops offer in-store repairs.

Got a snag? How to repair your jacket

Merino wool reduces body odour. Laboratory test ISO 17299-3.

Odour control

This long-sleeved, merino wool shirt provides warmth.

Wool fibres surrounded by polyamide yarn provides protection.

The high absorption capacity of wool eliminates dampness.

Moisture management

Merino wool is breathable, stays warm, and wicks away moisture.

Naturally stretchy wool offers freedom of movement.

Ultra-fine (18.5 microns) merino wool. Soft and pleasant to wear.

Softness

The shirt weighs just 222 g (7.8 oz.) in size L. Fabric weighs 190 g/m².

This shirt contains 86% merino wool so you can hike without worrying about odours. That means you can pack fewer clothes.

Collar Type

anti-uv

We use a Betaspun yarn structure, which means the merino wool fibres are coated with a fine sheath of polyamide filaments to protect them from abrasion and cuts without affecting the properties of the wool.

Merino wool reduces body odour. 
Pack light! You can hike in this long-sleeved shirt for several days in a row.

Merino wool easily traps warm air and absorbs up to 35% of its weight in moisture, so you can sweat without feeling damp. 
Wool can help you stay cool in hot, dry weather.

Reducing the chill effect

For a softer feel, wash your shirt before first use.

Tip before use

Machine washing your merino wool shirt at 30°C on a normal cycle, preferably with liquid detergent.

Dry flat and avoid tumble drying to avoid shrinkage.

To learn more, 
visit our website.

Care instructions

Hiking Base Layers

Windproof fabric, brushed inside for comfort down to -11°C. 

Stretch

Water-repellent material: water runs off the surface.

Synthetic fabric (over 90% polyester) for breathability and quick drying.

Lower leg with an elastic and hook that keep snow out.

Limits snow entering

Designed for regular hikes in the cold and snow, these softshell pants are stretchy, warm, and water-repellent.

Type of Brushing Boots

With Straps

Water repellency is a fabric’s capacity to make water run off its surface without being absorbed. It prevents the fabric from soaking up water, keeping it lightweight, warm, and breathable. Water repellency is achieved by treating the fabric’s exterior. The garment should be retreated over its lifespan (recommended after each wash). Products for this purpose (spray or liquid) are available in our stores.

What is water repellency and how can you maintain it?

The inside fabric is brushed—a tried-and-tested method for retaining heat. The principle is simple: the knit component is designed to trap air, which acts as a natural insulator, keeping the body warm. Animal fur and feathers work on exactly the same principle. 

How can I be sure that these pants are warm enough for winter hiking?

The slim fit and stretchy fabric provide essential freedom of movement. The zipped pockets keep personal items secure (tissues, lip balm, keys, etc.).

Comfortable, practical winter hiking pants.

In winter, protection from both moisture (snow, rain) and wind is important, because wind can significantly cool the body. The windproof, water-repellent outer fabric was designed to handle all winter conditions. We also added attachments to keep moisture out.

How do these pants protect from outdoor conditions?

Whatever your cold-weather activity, use the three-layer technique:
Layer 1: A high-tech base layer to wick moisture away from the body and keep your skin dry.
 Layer 2: A fleece jacket or sweater to provide warmth and transfer moisture outward.
 Layer 3: A jacket to protect against the elements (rain, snow, and wind). 
To eliminate moisture, the whole outfit must be breathable.

How to dress properly for hiking in cold weather

Durability tests are conducted on selected components: resistance to rubbing and abrasion, and colourfastness. All these tests were conducted on the pant material.

Will your pants withstand regular use long-term?

Storm protection.
3-layer membrane. 
15,000 Schmerbers.

Zipper above the knee: Slip them on and off without removing your shoes.

Ease of use

Storage pocket so that your belongings don’t get wet.

Folds into its pocket to save space in your bag.

These rain pants are designed for hiking in the mountains and protecting you from storms.

Weight (g)

With Zipper

Standard cut. Can be worn over pants, leggings, or shorts. Note: can’t be hemmed due to the zippers on the sides of the legs.

A product’s waterproof rating depends on two key criteria: component and construction. 
This product was made with a membrane.
The membrane is a kind of very thin plastic film (polyurethane) that makes the component waterproof and breathable. 
It is flexible, lightweight, and breathable.

3-layer design: The membrane is glued between the outer and inner fabric. We use it for durable, high-performance rain pants.

Laboratory tests are conducted to guarantee the waterproof rating of a component. 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 1092 standard). The higher the water pressure, the more waterproof the fabric. 
This product’s component has a 15,000-mm waterproof rating and can withstand the pressure of a 15,000-mm water column. 
This is also equivalent to 15,000 Schmerbers.

Component waterproofing

We conduct laboratory tests that simulate rainfall to guarantee the product’s waterproof rating.  
This product was validated in a shower test under 18 cm of rain for 2 hours. This test reproduces the average conditions of a mountain storm.

Waterproofing

A fabric is water-repellent when water slides off its surface without being absorbed. Because the fabric doesn’t soak up water, it remains lightweight and breathable.Water repellency is achieved by treating the fabric’s exterior. This treatment needs to be reapplied throughout the product’s lifetime. The water-repellent properties can be reactivated by putting the pants in the dryer for 10 minutes on low or by using a reactivation spray (ref.: 8551983).

Component breathability is measured by its thermal evaporative resistance (RET). 
This allows perspiration to escape during physical activity, preventing it from accumulating on the skin. 
The lower the RET, the more breathable the fabric. 

RET ≤ 6: very breathable fabric 
RET ≤ 12: breathable fabric 
RET ≤ 20: not very breathable fabric 
This product has a RET of 8.

Component breathability

To help preserve nature, Quechua is committed to limiting the environmental impact of its products.  
While not yet eco-designed, we work every day to make this product even more environmentally responsible: eco-design, repairability, and sustainability drive our development efforts.

Our environmental policy

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

Where do our pants come from?

We guarantee that our suppliers comply with our code of conduct. These suppliers are often located in developing countries where our presence helps to create jobs.
By conducting audits and having teams on site, we make sure that the working environment of the employees meets certain quality standards in terms of human respect, personal fulfilment, and environmental protection.

Working conditions in our production workshops

Our Quechua global design centre is based in Passy, at the foot of Mont Blanc in Haute-Savoie, France. This location makes it a real meeting place for our teams and outdoor sports enthusiast. It’s the perfect spot for designing our mountain hiking products.

Product design: our expertise

clearance

Water-repellent textile component withstands light rain.

Fabric that resists abrasion against the rock face.

windproof membrane: airtight < 1 L/s∙m²

Stretchy fabric and cut designed for greater ease of movement.

Stretchy bi-material hood that can be worn over a helmet.

Compatibility

This softshell windproof stretch jacket is designed to protect you from unpredictable weather conditions when mountaineering.

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Men’s Windproof Softshell Hiking Jacket, MT 500