Sizing and fit information
Fitted cut to fully benefit from the stretch component.
"Raglan" sleeves that rise up to the neckline allow for greater stretch and increased freedom of movement during your hike.
A warm layer, such as a fleece or light padded jacket can be worn underneath. The inner volume means that this jacket can be worn with a fine lightweight second layer, such as a fleece or light down jacket.
Hood
Height and depth adjustable with elastic drawcords and toggles.
Semi-rigid visor with built-in mesh headband to provide a high level of protection.
The small detail that makes the difference: a triangular opening on the side of the hood for better visibility to the sides.
Protection
Double tightening with an elastic cord and toggle at the jacket hem.
Optimal wrist coverage and velcro tightening.
Pocket system
2 hand pockets with waterproof zip
1 inner zipped chest pocket
1 inside mesh pocket
MAIN COMPONENT
3-layer component with membrane
Component with membrane or coating
- A coating is like a kind of paint applied to the inside of the fabric that makes the component waterproof while remaining breathable. It is often less costly than a membrane, and requires a lining for protection.
- The membrane is a kind of very thin plastic film (polyurethane) that makes the component waterproof while remaining breathable. It has the advantage of being more flexible, lighter, more durable and often more breathable than a coating.
Vest structure with membrane
- 3 layers: The membrane is glued between the outer and inner fabric. Used for resistant and high-performing jackets
- 2.5 layers: The membrane is glued under the outer fabric and protected inside by a fine film. Used for lightweight jackets.
- 2 layers: the membrane is glued only to the outer fabric; the inner protective lining is free. Used for comfortable jackets
Component waterproofing
The resistance of a fabric to water pressure is expressed in terms of the height in mm of a water column (test based on the ISO 811 standard). The higher the pressure, the more waterproof the fabric. A component with a 10,000 mm waterproof rating, i.e. it can withstand the pressure of the 5,000 mm column of water. This is also equivalent to 10000 Schmerbers.
Water resistance of the jacket
This garment has been validated in a shower test under 100 L of water / sqm / hour for 3 hours. This test reproduces the average conditions of a storm in the mountains.
For the most curious, all the details are here:
https://conseilsport.decathlon.fr/conseils/comment-mesurer-limpermeabilite-dune-veste-de-randonnee-tp_10515
Component breathability
To find out whether a fabric is breathable, we test its evaporative resistance or RET (based on the ISO 11092 standard). The lower the fabric's resistance, the more water vapour generated by physical activity evaporates, and the higher the fabric's breathability. For example:
RET ≤ 3 = extremely breathable fabric
RET ≤ 6= very breathable fabric
RET ≤ 12= breathable fabric
RET ≤ 20 = little breathability
How to restore the water-repellent properties?
The water repellency of a fabric is its ability to let water slip over its surface without absorbing it to prevent the textile from becoming waterlogged. The water-repellent property is obtained by applying a treatment to the outer surface of the fabric.This treatment needs to be renewed during the lifetime of the garment (we recommend every 3 washes).All you need to know about restoring water-repellent property:
https://www.quechua.fr/conseils/comment-reactiver-la-deperlance-de-sa-veste-a_86425
Any type of ironing allowed.
Maximum wash temperature of 30°C. Very moderate treatment.
Do not tumble dry.
Maximum wash temperature 70°C. Normal treatment.
Ironing at a maximum iron soleplate temperature of 200°C.