3-layer membrane, 100% taped seams
Resists a 15,000-mm water column

Waterproof

Stay dry with the hydrophilic membrane that wicks away perspiration (RET = 8)

Breathability

Lightweight

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

Ease of use

Anatomic design

Store your top-layer pants in the bottom of a backpack in their own pocket

Pockets

Slide these hiking pants into your bag and they’ll provide total protection in the event of a downpour.

Maximum washing temperature 30°C. Normal cycle.

Skill Level

Frequency

Season

reinforced area

Number of Pockets

belt height

Weather Conditions

Membrane Construction

Place of Practice

Options

modular

Windproof

Pocket

type of waterproofing

breathability (in RET)

Type of Length

Type of Bell

Style

Zipper Type

Schmerber

Main Material

The cut of these overpants was designed to be sufficiently wide so it can be worn and taken off easily. And still feminine!

These top-layer pants are made up of 3 layers, the best protection there is on the market: the membrane is glued between the inner and outer component layer.
The membrane is a very thin polyurethane film that makes the component waterproof while remaining breathable.
It's protected by a knit, and has the advantage of being softer, lighter, more durable, and often more breathable than a coating.

Top-Layer Pants Structure / 3 Layers

Waterproofing is measured by a fabric’s resistance to water pressure expressed in mm of water column (JIS 1092 standard)
The higher the pressure, the more waterproof the fabric. 
The waterproof component of this product is rated 15,000 mm, which means it can withstand the pressure exerted by a 15,000 mm column of water. 
Equivalent to a 15,000 mm Schmerber waterproof rating.

Waterproofness test

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: fabric with relatively little breathability
 
Our product has a RET of 8.

Breathability test

Our Quechua global design centre is based in Passy, at the foot of Mont Blanc in 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 outdoor experts

The water-repellent property of a fabric is its capacity to make water run off its surface without being absorbed. This means the top-layer pants don't soak up water and they stay lightweight and breathable. The fabric is made water-repellent by treating its outer surface; however, this property may deteriorate with use.

All the steps to restore the water-repellent properties are below: 
sustainability.decathlon.com.

Restoring water repellency:

Hiking Pants

3-layer membrane, 20,000 mm water (Schmerber). Stay dry, even in a storm.

Side openings: 29 cm (11.4 in)
Moisture-wicking material, RET 6.

4 pockets: 2 zipped hand pockets, 1 interior pocket, 1 zipped chest pocket.

Take on the storm with confidence thanks to this 3-layer waterproof jacket with a 20,000 mm water (Schmerber) rating. Designed for regular use in rainy weather.

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

Ventilation Zippers

sleeve length

Hood

Fitted cut and raglan sleeves offer great freedom of movement when hiking. 
Perfect for popping under a warm layer like a fleece or down jacket, to keep you comfortable whatever the weather. To do so, go for one size up.

What cut does this jacket have?

The hood height can be adjusted using an elastic cord and a drawstring. The built-in semi-rigid visor provides optimal protection. 
Little extra: Triangular opening on the side of the hood to improve lateral visibility.

What about the hood?

Thanks to its waterproof rating of 20,000 mm H2O (Schmerber), this jacket withstands intense rain showers. With its taped seams, protected zips and 3-layer membrane, it keeps you dry in all conditions.

How waterproof is it?

The Schmerber measures the resistance to water pressure: The higher this number, the more waterproof the fabric. With a rating of 20,000 mm water (Schmerber), this jacket resists a water column of 20 m and guarantees optimal protection, even in heavy rain.

What is a Schmerber?

Thanks to its membrane, this jacket combines waterproofing and moisture wicking. The 3-layer design incorporates the membrane between the outer fabric and the interior, offering enhanced durability and reliable performances for all your hikes.

What is a membrane?

The drawback of waterproof jackets is often their lack of breathability. They keep you dry on the outside, but damp on the inside. To avoid this, this jacket uses breathable fabric and has large side openings for better humidity evacuation.

Why use a ripstop fabric?

The thermal evaporative resistance (RET) defines the breathability of the fabric. The lower the RET, the more breathable the fabric:
- RET < 6: very breathable
- RET ≤ 12: breathable
- RET ≤ 20: low breathability 
With a RET of 6, this jacket guarantees good humidity evacuation during physical efforts.

What is a RET index?

Do up the zips, turn the jacket inside out, and machine-wash it at 30°C. 
Use a smaller dose of detergent (preferably one specifically for waterproof clothing) to avoid residues. 
Rinse and gently wring out to protect the jacket.

How to wash your jacket

3 methods: 
- Dry the jacket in a tumble dryer for 15 minutes. This can reactivate the water-repellent treatment of the fabric.
- Use our detergent for technical products then apply the water repellency reactivator.
- Use the water repellency reactivator spray.

How to restore water repellency

Hiking Jackets

The fabric is stretchy and and very comfortable.

Freedom of movement

Reinforced, water-repellent front and rear zones.

Water repellent

Durable fabric inserts. Ultra-durable Coats thread.

Durability

Light, breathable fabric used in low-friction areas.

Machine-washable synthetic fabric. Do not iron.

Easy maintenance

4 secure pockets, including 3 with a zipper and 1 with a flap and snaps.

Weight

Thanks to the hybrid construction of these pants, you can hike in comfort on trails.

Pants with 2 different components:

- a durable fabric (207 g/m²) on the areas that need protection from abrasion (seat, bottom of the leg at the front). This fabric is also stretchy for freedom of movement. It has been treated for water repellency.

- a lightweight, breathable fabric (150 g/m²) on the rest of the pants.

Dual-component structure

These pants have water-repellent zones (lower front of the leg and the seat) that prevent water from seeping through. This product is water-repellent, not waterproof.
The water-repellent areas slow down the rate at which water and moisture is absorbed, but they will not keep you dry in steady rain. To restore the water-repellent property, tumble dry on low heat for 10 minutes. Alternatively, we recommend you wear waterproof rain pants (product number 8504646).

Water-repellent properties

2 zippered hand pockets near the bottom
1 zippered pocket at the right thigh 
1 pocket with a flap at the left thigh and 1 phone compartment
Comes with a belt.

Accessories

The hand pockets are intentionally designed to close downward.
The zipper does not cause irritation when you tighten your backpack’s waist belt, and your belongings stay safe in your pockets.

Hand pocket opening direction

Straight cut and stretch fabric in the right areas guarantee optimal comfort on the move.
Choose your usual size. Inside leg seam: 80.9 cm (32”) in size M.
Hem width: 19.7 cm (7.8”) in size M.

Which size should you choose?

Comfort temperature: 5°C to -5°C. Down with a fill power of 800 cuin. 

Warmth

Folds away into its left side pocket using a double-pull zipper.

Compact design

Surface-treated outer fabric prevents water infiltration.

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

Abrasion resistance

Stay warm when hiking in cool weather. Down to -5°C when active and 5°C when still.

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

Condition

Air Temperature

Pack

thumb pass

Worn as a third layer, this down jacket was certified effective during standardized heat chamber testing to a low of -5°C. 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 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 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.

Inflating power of down/feather filling

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.

Water repellency (different from 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.
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

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? Here’s how to repair your down jacket.

XS: 78 g (2.8 oz)
S: 84 g (3 oz)
M: 89 g (3.1 oz)
L: 96 g (3.4 oz)
XL: 104 g (3.7 oz)
2XL: 110 g (3.9 oz)

Filling weight

Brushed fabric on the inside, comfortable down to -14°C.

Water-repellent material: water runs off the surface.

Stretch fabric for greater comfort and freedom of movement.

Stretch

Limits snow entering

2 hand pockets with soft, warm lining +
1 secure zipped pocket

The comfort of a tracksuit combined with the functionality of warm hiking pants. These ultra-warm pants are comfortable for hiking or everyday wear.

Closed Pocket

Type of Brushing Boots

Stitching Type

RECCO system

Playing Surface

With Straps

Our pants are the key to keeping you warm in temperatures as low as -14°C. Their brushed fabric lining traps air and insulates, forming a thermal barrier that keeps body heat in. The windproof fabric increases protection against the cold.

Pants that are designed for winter?

The thermal resistance test shows the loss of heat between the body and the outside, indicating the insulating properties of the product. It can be done on the fabric using thermal probes or clothing with thermal models, measuring the retention of body heat.

How is thermal comfort measured?

When hiking in the winter, snow can get inside your boots. That’s why the lower legs of these pants are tighter, to keep snow out.

How do these pants protect against snow?

These hiking pants are designed with a water-repellent fabric that makes water bead off the surface instead of absorbing into the fabric. You stay dry, even in light rain or damp conditions. For greater protection, we added waterproof reinforcements on the seat and lower legs.

Why choose water-repellent pants?

You must regularly reactivate the water-repellent treatment, ideally after each wash. Suitable products are available as a spray or liquid in our stores and on our website.

We designed these pants with stretch fabric for maximum freedom of movement, so essential when hiking. 
We also fitted them with a wide elastic waistband that covers the hips, lower back, and stomach for maximum comfort on every hike.

How does it leave you free to move?

Waterproof coating 5,000 mm (Schmerbers) | Taped seams

1 closing pocket | Light and compact | Folds away in its pocket

Easy transport

Drawstring waist | Hem tightens with a rip tab

Hydrophilic coating (RET = 12): limits condensation inside the garment.

The fabric of the rain pants protects you from winds of up to 70 km/h (43 mph).

Lightweight, compact rain pants | Weight: 165 g (6 oz.) in size M

These waterproof rain pants are designed to protect you from light showers during occasional hikes.

Precipitation

maternity

The component isn’t the only thing that makes these pants waterproof: the assembly also makes a difference.
The overall waterproof properties of your rain pants are measured with a shower test developed by Decathlon that simulates rain of varying intensity.
The Raincut Waterproof Rain Pants protect you from small showers equivalent to 6 cm (2.4”) of rain in 1 hour.

Waterproofing

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

Performance in the rain

The fabric is breathable: RET = 12.
Component breathability is measured by thermal evaporative resistance (RET). 
RET refers to a fabric’s capacity to let perspiration evaporate. 
The lower the RET, the more breathable the fabric.   
RET ≤ 6: very breathable fabric 
RET ≤ 12: breathable fabric
RET ≤ 20: little or no breathability

Fabric breathability

This product is designed for hikes lasting several hours while walking at a pace of no more than 5 km/h (3 mph).
How much you perspire depends on the intensity and duration of your activity.If the fabric isn’t breathable enough for the type of exercise, your perspiration will condense inside the item.The jacket will feel damp inside.This dampness is not rain soaking through the shell but condensation caused by perspiration.This means you need to choose rain pants suitable for your activity.

Choosing waterproof rain pants based on physical effort

Wool fibre with polyamide for added strength.

Mesh inserts behind the knees improve breathability and keep you dry.

Moisture management

Merino wool reduces body odour. Laboratory tested to ISO 17299-3 standard.

Odour control

The stretchy fabric improves support and comfort.

Merino wool is breathable and helps regulate body temperature.

Ultra-fine (18.5 microns), soft merino wool. Does not itch.

Softness

The tights weigh 182 g (8.7 oz.) in size M.

These reinforced merino wool tights are designed for comfort on chilly nights when camping or to keep you warm when hiking.

Reversible

After any physical effort that involves a lot of perspiration, wool helps regulate body temperature (synthetic fabrics cause your temperature to drop faster). 
Merino wool reduces the unpleasant cooling or “freezing effect.”

Reducing the freezing effect

For a softer feel, wash before first use.

Suggestion:

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

Dry flat. Never tumble dry.

  
 

How do I wash my merino wool leggings?

Hiking Base Layers

Hybrid construction: uses a stretch fabric in appropriate areas.

A breathable, quick-drying synthetic fabric.

Quick drying

Pants can be converted into shorts with a zipper.

Flexibility

Synthetic, machine washable fabric; requires no ironing.

Lightweight, compressible fabric. These pants weigh about 310 g (11 oz.) in size M.

These hiking pants were designed to convert into shorts for different weather conditions.

These pants have water-repellent areas at the shins and seat. This product is water-repellent, not waterproof.
The water-repellent pants don’t get wet too fast, but they won’t keep you dry in pouring rain. For this, we recommend wearing rain pants (product number 8504646).
Reactivate the water-repellent treatment by tumble drying the pants on low for 10 minutes.

Information on water-repellent properties

Stretchable fabric on the seat and knees makes for very comfortable pants with great freedom of movement that works for various body types.
Choose your usual size. Inside leg length: 80.9 cm (32”) in size M

Shorts inside leg length: 20 cm (8”) in size M.

Sizing information

The durable and stretchy fabric prevents tearing (157 g/m²) on the seat and knees, and facilitates movement.
On other parts of the pants, the resistant fabric is lightweight and breathable (130 g/m²).

Hybrid composition for greater durability

Stretch fabric (15% elastane) and preformed knees for maximum comfort.

Stay cool: the fabric wicks away perspiration.

Adjustable: built-in belt and adjustable ankles.

Hiking pants designed for freedom of movement. Stretch fabric (15% elastane) and preformed knees for maximum comfort.

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Women’s Waterproof Hiking Jacket – MH 500