Name: MH 550 Hiking Jacket - Kids
Brand: QUECHUA
SKU: 4301378
Price: 40 CAD
Availability: InStock

Comfort temperature: -3°C
150 g/sqm chest wadding.

Warmth

Waterproof coating (27,500 Schmerbers) and taped main seams.

Waterproof

Fabric coating makes the jacket windproof.

Windproof

Fleece-lined hood (220 g/m²). Cuff tightening and elastic jacket hem.

Limits snow entering

You can write your child’s name on the label inside the collar.

Customization

Exterior zippered pockets protected by a flap. Mesh pocket.

Pockets

Ease of use

This warm jacket ensures that your children’s activities go hand in hand with protection and respect for the environment.

Ventilation Zippers

Season

sleeve length

Sportsperson’s Height

Pocket

Lining Material

type of waterproofing

type of hood

Type of Length

Hood

Style

Schmerber

Main Material

We carried out a comparative study in a thermal laboratory in walking conditions in light winds (5 km/hour). 
The comfort temperature is the calculated air temperature where 70% of users have a slightly warm thermal sensation.
For this jacket, it’s -3°C.
However, every individual feels the cold differently.

How will this jacket keep my child warm?

This jacket has a waterproof material that keeps out water and wind. the hood and shoulders are rated 33,000 Schmerbers, while the chest and sleeves are rated 27,500 Schmerbers (before washing). To stay warm in cold weather, you must also protect your extremities (head, hands, feet). The warm hood, fastenings at the cuffs, and high collar keep the cold out. Two pockets protect your hands from the cold.

How does my jacket protect me from outdoor conditions?

A coating on the outer fabric makes this jacket waterproof. The resistance of a fabric is measured by the height of a water column in mm (ISO 1092 standard). The higher the water pressure, the more waterproof the fabric. A component with a waterproofing resistance of 20,000 mm resists the pressure of 20,000 mm of water (Schmerbers). Validated in a shower test under 60 L/sqm/hour of water, which is roughly equivalent to a 2-hour rain shower. This test was carried out before washing.

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

The seams of a jacket can be taped to keep water out.
The main seams of this jacket are taped, just like the seams of the hood, collar, shoulders, armholes, and chest.

What does “main seams are taped” mean?

We test for durability: resistance to rubbing and abrasion, colourfastness, resistance to repeated washing. 

Can I wash this jacket regularly without damaging it?

Care products: spray or liquid water-repellent treatment in the washing machine. To renew the fabric’s water-repellent properties and optimize the garment’s performance throughout its lifetime, we recommend using these products every wash.

How to preserve this parka’s technical qualities

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 or sweater to provide warmth and transfer moisture outward.
Layer 3: A parka to protect against the elements (rain, snow, and wind). 
To eliminate moisture, the whole outfit must be breathable.

Choosing the right clothing for hiking in the snow

We have incorporated 70% recycled polyester in this product.
What does that mean? As well as being technical, this product was designed with its environmental impact in mind. In short: polyester yarn is made from oil. Using recycled polyester is a way to reclaim and repurpose waste products such as manufacturing remnants or plastic bottles instead of using new oil resources. And that’s a step in the right direction!

More sustainable development information

Jackets & Sweaters

clearance

Comfort temperature -23°C.
Double-thickness chest wadding (2 x 200 g/m²).

Waterproof jacket (19,400 Schmerbers), taped main seams.

Anti-blizzard hood with removable fur, cuffs, and double zipper protection.

Zippers and snaps are easy to use with gloves on.

Exterior: Two pockets with flap.
Interior: Zipped pocket, two mesh pockets.

Designed for hiking in all snow and wind conditions in temperatures as cold as -23°C.

Frequency

Type of Layer

This parka was developed for winter conditions such as cold, snow, and blizzards. The thick, synthetic padding (double layer on the body) traps air and keeps your child warm. A long inner flap beneath the zipper blocks cold air. According to our laboratory test, 70% of kids experienced thermal comfort at -23°C.
However, every individual feels the cold differently.

This parka was designed with a waterproof outer material that keeps out water and wind. The hood, shoulders, and lower back are rated 29,600 Schmerbers, while the chest is rated 19,400 Schmerbers (before washing). To stay warm in winter, it is important to protect the head, hands, and feet. Storm hood with detachable synthetic fur, storm cuffs, and a stand-up collar to keep out the cold.

How does the parka keep my child warm and dry?

A coating on the outer fabric makes this jacket waterproof. The resistance of a fabric is measured by the height of a water column in mm (ISO 1092 standard). The higher the water pressure, the more waterproof the fabric. A component with a waterproofing resistance of 20,000 mm resists the pressure of 20,000 mm of water (Schmerbers). Validated in a shower test under 60 L/m²/hour of water, which is roughly equivalent to a two-hour rain shower. This test was carried out before washing.

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

Taped seams make your parka completely waterproof. The seams are made watertight by adding adhesive waterproof strips on the inside, preventing water from getting through to vulnerable areas.
The waterproofing is verified with a test that replicates the conditions of a two-hour rain shower. Kids then tested its performance on a hike.

What does “100% taped seams” mean?

Practical, smart details: 2 outer pockets with flaps, 1 secure inner pocket for storing essentials such as a phone, and 2 mesh inner pockets to store gloves. The main zipper has a cursor and the snaps have thumb loops: Kids can open and close the zipper without removing their gloves.

A practical jacket with smart details

We test for durability: resistance to rubbing and abrasion, colourfastness, and resistance to repeated washing. Washing the faux fur is not recommended. The hood can be removed before washing the parka.
If absolutely necessary, wash the fur by hand and then let it air dry.

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 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 do I choose the right clothing for hiking in the snow?

To care for your product, we recommend closing the zippers when washing. Machine wash at 30°C. Do not use bleach. Tumble dry on medium heat. Do not iron.
Do not dry clean. Always dry this garment thoroughly before storing it in a dry place away from light. Avoid using chemicals such as bleach, which could affect the garment’s colour and thermal insulation.

How to care for your product

Waterproof coating (5,000 Schmerbers), 100% taped seams.

Lightweight

Hydrophilic coating (RET = 12): Reduces condensation. Two ventilation zippers.

Ventilation

Durable ripstop fabric withstands abrasion. Two-year guarantee. 

Robustness

This waterproof, breathable jacket offers comfort at a great price.

Number of Pockets

breathability (in RET)

Removable Hood

Zipper Type

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. A component with a waterproof rating of 5,000 mm is therefore able to withstand the pressure exerted by 5,000 mm of water (the rough equivalent of a five-hour rain shower). Waterproofing is expressed in Schmerber units (for example: 5,000 Schmerbers).

Component waterproofing

Component breathability is measured by thermal evaporative resistance (RET). 
This is the fabric’s ability to let perspiration escape during physical activity and prevent 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: Little breathability.
 
Our product has a 12 RET rating.

Component breathability

Resistance to wear and abrasion test: We test our fabrics in the lab to ensure they do not pill. Colourfastness test: We check colourfastness to ensure colours don’t bleed. Aging test: We make sure repeated washing does not alter the fabric’s properties, performance, thickness, or appearance.

Component durability

A coating applied to the fabric makes it waterproof and windproof. Technically, a waterproof fabric is also windproof. Protection from the wind is critical as wind can really chill the body during physical activity.

Windproof effect

Cuffs adjust with hook and loop tab straps. Extra length at the back protects you when sitting down. Two ventilation zippers at the front. Media pocket with headphone feed.

Technical details:

1/ Machine wash (30°C): Fasten rip-tabs and use mild detergent. Wash jackets and pants inside out. Loosen straps and elastics. 2/ Avoid bunching the garment in the washing machine, as this can damage it. 3/ Do not mix garment types and colours. 4/ Do not use bleach. 5/ Choose a long rinse and gentle spin cycle. 6/ Drying option: Either line or tumble dry (low temperature, short cycle).

Care

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

Our environmental approach

The softshell component is designed to insulate the body.

Membrane provides excellent protection from the wind.

Protects from light rain. Water slides off and is not absorbed by the fabric.

Water repellent

Only 431 g (15.2 oz.) in size 10–11 years.

Resistant to minor snagging and intense friction.

Durability

Perspiration-wicking microporous membrane.

Breathability

Three zippered pockets for carrying small items (cellphone, glasses, etc.).

This windproof and water-repellent softshell jacket is perfect for all your child’s outdoor activities.

It's very important to protect yourself from the wind, when moving or stationary, because of the wind's powerful chilling effect.According to the windchill model, an ambient temperature of 5°C combined with a wind speed of 30km/h will result in a perceived temperature of 0°C. A temperature of 0°C with a 30 km/h (18.6 mph) wind feels like -6°C. The materials used prevent wind chill.

Windproof:

The application of a water-repellent treatment prevents water from being absorbed by the fabric’s surface.

Water beads off without being absorbed; as a result the garment remains lightweight, breathable, and warm. This product is water-repellent, not waterproof.
The treatment can be restored to remain effective.Apply sprays on the outside instead of using additives during washing, as these additives can damage the product’s breathability.

Water-repellent properties

the membrane is a polyurethane layer sandwiched between the softshell jacket’s inner and outer fabrics. It protects you from the wind, ensuring your body heat doesn’t escape. This membrane is also breathable: it wicks away perspiration to the outside of the garment through its microscopic pores, preventing moisture build-up and keeping you warm and dry!

Microporous membrane:

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 knowledge in fleece manufacturing. 
Thanks to this relationship of trust with our industrial partners, we can create high-quality technical products.

Where do our softshell jackets 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. 
This location makes it a real meeting place for our teams and outdoor sports enthusiasts. 
The perfect spot for designing our mountain hiking products.

Product design our expertise

Tops & Bottoms

Waterproof component 1 hour (2,000 Schmerbers), taped main seams.

Weighs only 320 g (11 oz.) in size 10 years.

Hydrophilic coating (RET = 12): reduces condensation in the garment.

Ventilated back for greater comfort when hiking.

The lightweight, breathable, waterproof MH 500 Hiking Jacket is ideal for wet and windy environments.

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. Components scoring 2,000 mm can resist the pressure from 2,000 mm of water (equivalent to a 2-hour rain shower). Waterproofing is expressed in Schmerber units (for example: 

Component breathability is measured by thermal evaporative resistance (RET). 
This is the fabric’s ability to let perspiration escape during physical activity and prevent it from accumulating on the skin. 
The lower the RET, the more breathable the fabric. 
 very breathable fabric 
RET ≤ 12: Breathable fabric.
RET ≤ 20: Little breathability.
 
Our product has a 12 RET rating.

Resistance to wear and abrasion test: we test our fabrics in the lab to ensure they do not pill. Colourfastness test: we check colourfastness to ensure colours don’t bleed. Aging test: we make sure repeated washing does not alter the fabric’s properties, performance, thickness, or appearance.

Elastic cuffs. Inner mesh lining, ventilated back. Media pocket with headphone feed.

1/ Machine wash (30°C): Fasten rip-tabs and use mild detergent. Wash jackets and pants inside out. Loosen straps and elastics. 2/ Avoid bunching the garment in the washing machine, as this can damage it. 3/ Do not mix garment types and colours. 4/ Do not use bleach. 5/ Choose a long rinse and gentle spin cycle. 6/ Drying option: Either hang to dry or tumble dry (low temperature, short cycle).

Quechua is committed to limiting the environmental impact of its products.  
While this product is not currently eco-designed, we are working every day to make it more responsible: eco-design, repairability, and sustainability are at the heart of our actions.

Tested in 2 hours of moderate rain
15,000 mm Schmerber
Non-waterproof pockets

Very breathable coated fabric (RET < 12): less condensation.

An exterior coating helps to counter the wind chill.

The fabric is treated so water slides off the surface.

Materials and zippers resist salt water and sea air.

Resistance to salt water

This jacket stows away in one of its pockets!

Compact design

A waterproof jacket for sailing in warm or stormy weather.

Collar Type

Precipitation

Membrane Construction

Water-Repellent

We measure the water resistance of a fabric in mm (based on the ISO 811 standard). The higher the water pressure a fabric can withstand, the more waterproof it is.
Waterproofing ratings:
Component resistant to water pressure of 15,000 mm before and after ageing (5 washes). This is equal to 15,000 Schmerber (the average pressure exerted during rainfall).
This jacket was tested in 2 h of moderate rain (60 L/m²/h).

Waterproofing 1/2

- High collar
- Plastic-moulded zippers to prevent salt oxidation
- Water-repellent materials (water runs off)
- Fully taped seams
Front zip with storm flap and drainage channel

Waterproofing 2/2

The hood is attached and doesn’t stow into the collar.
Its depth is adjustable. Regulations prevent the addition of a drawstring on the collar.
The hood visor and headband provide good coverage and a better hold.
The high collar protects your neck.

Features 2 front zip pockets.
Please note: Pockets are not watertight.

Full-length zipper with an inner storm flap that protects against wind and water.
A soft flap on the top of the collar shields your chin.

Front zip closure

To find out if a fabric is breathable, we measure its resistance to evaporative heat transfer (RET). The lower the RET, the easier it is for water vapour generated during physical exertion to pass through the fabric.
For example:
RET < 9 = very breathable;
RET 9–12 = breathable.
This jacket has two main components.
Heavier fabric: RET < 12.
Lighter fabric: RET < 8.

Water slides off the jacket’s surface without seeping in.
The material stays lightweight and breathable. The water-repellent coating applied to the jacket’s exterior may change over time.
You can restore the water-repellent properties by putting the jacket in a dryer for 10 minutes on the lowest temperature.

Water repellency

To maintain the water-repellent properties, infrequent washing is recommended.
Close all zippers and flaps, empty all pockets, and turn the jacket inside out. Wash it on the synthetics cycle (30°C–40°C) with regular detergent. Don’t use fabric conditioner or bleach, as these could damage the material’s water-repellent coating. Very important: Run a full rinse cycle or extra rinse.

Washing your jacket

Drying is a crucial phase in restoring the water-repellent treatment.
We recommend laying your garment flat on a clothes rack to dry. Caution: never dry your jacket directly on a radiator.Next, put your garment in the dryer and run a short synthetics cycle (10–15 min.) before turning it right-side-out. Caution: do not over-dry.

How to restore water repellency

Clothing

The wadding (90% recycled) provides maximum insulation, even when wet.

Protects from fine rain, water rolls off it.

Polyester knit: the fabric lets perspiration escape.

Lightweight, compressible. Can be stored in its pouch to take it anywhere.

This padded jacket is designed to ensure your kid stays warm.

Iron - maximum temperature of 110Â°c - no steam

Condition

Air Temperature

Pack

thumb pass

We use 90% recycled wadding for this padded jacket.
The filling for the lining has three essential qualities for hiking:
- good thermal insulation capacity, even when wet
- breathability and is recommended for dynamic activity (down is recommended for static activity)
- good compressibility: padding is highly compressible.

Synthetic padding provides insulation.

This functional feature is obtained by applying a hydrophobic treatment to the fabric. This process means that water rolls off the fabric without being absorbed. As a result, the garment remains lightweight, breathable, and warm.
This treatment can be reapplied throughout the product’s lifetime. Apply sprays on the outside instead of using additives during washing, as these additives can damage the product’s breathability.

Water-repellent properties:

Comfort temperature: -3.5°C
150 g/m² chest wadding.

Waterproof component (27,500 Schmerbers: chest), main seams taped.

Exterior: Flap-protected pockets.
Inside: Zippered pocket and net pocket

We carried out a comparative study in a thermal laboratory in walking conditions in light winds (5 km/hour). 
The comfort temperature is the calculated air temperature where 70% of users have a slightly warm thermal sensation.
For this jacket, it’s -3.5°C.
However, every individual feels the cold differently.

This jacket has a waterproof material that keeps out water and wind. The hood and shoulders are rated 33,000 Schmerbers, while the chest and sleeves are rated 27,500 Schmerbers (before washing). To stay warm in winter, you must also protect your extremities (head, hands, feet). The warm hood, fastenings at the cuffs, and high collar keep the cold out. Two pockets protect your hands from the cold.

A coating applied to the outer fabric of your jacket makes it waterproof. The resistance of a fabric is measured by the height of a water column in mm (ISO 1092 standard). The higher the water pressure, the more waterproof the fabric. The material resists pressure to the equivalent of 20,000 mm of water (Schmerbers). Validated in a shower test under 60 L/m²/hour of water, which is roughly equivalent to a 2-hour rain shower. This test was carried out before washing.

What does it mean that the main seams are taped?

How to preserve this jacket’s technical qualities

Waterproof coating tested for up to 1 hour (2,000 mm). Sealed main seams.

Folds into its own pocket to stow easily inside a backpack.

Only 155 g (5.5 oz.) in size 8–9 years.

This lightweight, compact, and waterproof jacket is made for wet and windy conditions.

This garment was subjected to a shower test using 60 litres of water/m²/hour for 2 hours. This test reproduces average rain shower conditions in the mountains.A waterproof rating of 2,000 mm means the fabric can withstand pressure exerted by 2,000 mm of water (the equivalent of a rain shower lasting for two hours).Waterproofing is expressed in Schmerber units (for example: 

Can be stored in its pocket. Zippered centre opening; stretchy hood, wrists, and waistband.

Practical details

1/ Machine wash (30°C): mild detergent. Wash jackets and pants inside out. Loosen straps and elastics. 2/ Avoid bunching the garment in the washing machine, as this can damage it. 3/ Do not mix garment types and colours. 4/ Do not use bleach. 5/ Choose a long rinse and gentle spin cycle. 6/ Either hang to dry or tumble dry (low temperature, short cycle). 

Waterproof coating protects for 1 hour (2,000 mm) before washing; taped main seams.

Hydrophilic coating (RET = 12): reduces condensation.

Weighs 312 g (11 oz.) in size 10–11 years.

This waterproof hiking jacket was designed to protect your kids from the wind and rain.

Weather Conditions

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. Components scoring 2,000 mm can resist the pressure from 2,000 mm of water (equivalent to a 2-hour rain shower). Waterproofing is expressed in Schmerber units (for example:  This number applies before washing.

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 products.

Product design: our expertise.

The windproof membrane provides excellent wind protection.

Protects from light rain. water slides off and is not absorbed by the fabric.

Snag- and abrasion-resistant—perfect for young adventurers.

This windproof and water-repellent softshell jacket is perfect for your child’s outdoor activities.

Water repellency is achieved by applying a treatment to prevent water from remaining on the fabric’s surface. 
Water rolls off without being absorbed so the garment remains light, breathable, and warm. This product is water-repellent, not waterproof.
This treatment should be reapplied to remain effective. Apply sprays on the outside instead of using additives during washing, as these additives can damage the product’s breathability.

Wind protection is very important due to the significant chilling effect wind can have on the body.According to the windchill model: A temperature of 5°C with a 30 km/h wind feels like 0°C. A temperature of 0°C with a 30 km/h wind feels like -6°C. The materials used counter the chilling effects of the wind.

Recycled polyester: Using recycled polyester means no new oil-based resources are used. The waste is recycled into resources that can be reused.

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MH 550 Hiking Jacket - Kids