Thermal insulation and warmth
This padded jacket, worn as a third layer, has been certified for a comfort temperature of -5°C during a standardized test in a thermal chamber.
The model was wearing a synthetic, long-sleeved T-shirt and a light fleece underneath. It works with a simulated 5 km/h wind.
In our heat comparison tool, it represents 2 stars.
We have also tested this jacket in static mode; the comfort temperature is +5°C in this case.
*What does RDS certification mean?
The Responsible Down Standard, or RDS, is a worldwide certification issued by an independent organization to volunteer brands.
Our traceability system guarantees the origin of the feathers in accordance with our commitment to use responsible materials. Our suppliers commit to using only feathers from ducks raised for their meat and slaughtered before down and feathers are collected.
Learn more at: https://textileexchange.org/standards/responsible-down/
Insulating power of down/feather filling
For this down jacket with its 85/15 filling, the fill power is guaranteed to be 800 cuin (European standard) or more. The fill power is a measure of the down’s thermal insulation capacity and its potential to trap air. Down with a higher fill power (higher cuin number) will occupy more space, trap more air, and provide greater thermal insulation.
The advantages of duck down and feather filling
The durability and fill power properties of down give this jacket 3 qualities for hiking:
- The air trapped in the down and feathers provides thermal insulation
- Ultra-low weight: down is lighter than synthetic wadding while offering the same degree of warmth and saving even more weight in your backpack
- Ultra-compressible
In case of rain
The quilted jacket’s material is water-repellent. The treatment is applied to the main fabric and makes water run off the surface; it takes longer for the water to absorb into the down jacket so you have enough time to get out of the rain. However, in the event of prolonged exposure to rain, wearing a waterproof jacket over the quilted jacket is recommended.
How to wash your feather down jacket
In general, do not wash a down jacket too frequently.
Some tips: close all the zippers on your down jacket and put it in the washing machine (synthetic cycle at 30°C).
To preserve its fill power and warmth, you can even put 2 tennis balls in the machine.
Use a gentle spin cycle: a fast spin cycle can create balls of feathers that will be difficult to break up.
How to dry your down jacket
When you take your down jacket out of the washing machine, it will seem as if the down has gone. Tumble drying is the best way to restore the fill power of the feathers. Put your down jacket in the dryer with 2 tennis balls. Run 2–3 drying cycles.
If you don’t have a dryer, you can dry your down jacket on a drying rack. Regularly turn it over and pat it.
For more advice, you’ve come to the right place!
https://www.forclaz.co.uk/how-should-i-look-after-my-down-jacket
How do I reactivate the waterproofing properties?
The water-repellent treatment becomes less effective with time, washing, and use.
This is how you can reactivate your padded jacket’s water repellency!
https://www.forclaz.uk
You can also use the care product: textile re-waterproofing liquid:
https://www.decathlon.co.uk/p/fabric-waterproofing-liquid-250-ml/_/R-p-308192
Our products’ environmental impact
The environmental impact of the product is calculated over its entire life cycle using different indicators. An ABCDE rating shows the environmental impact of a product. Put forward by ADEME, it takes into account production, transportation, usage, and waste generated at the end of a product’s life.
Decathlon displays this information voluntarily to help you identify products with lower environmental impact.
Learn more at sustainability.decathlon.com
Filling weight
XS: 70 g
S: 75 g
M: 81 g
L: 87 g
XL: 94 g
2XL: 100 g
Down jacket developed using continuous improvement methods
The MT 100 Trekking Down Jacket has been improved over the years thanks to customer reviews. Thank you for sharing!
Starting in winter 2020, the pink jacket (like the other light colours) will benefit from very light-coloured feathers and down. This will prevent any dark spots from appearing on the down jacket when it is wet.
How to repair tears in padded jackets
Snags are common when hiking in padded jackets, but they can be repaired. Simply mend it or apply an iron-on patch to prevent the tear from getting bigger, causing the synthetic fibres to escape.
