Synthetic wadding insulation
Wadding has 3 interesting qualities for hiking:
- it provides good thermal insulation even when wet
- it is breathable
- it is compressible
Water-repellent
Water repellency is achieved by applying a treatment that prevents water from adhering to the surface of the fabric.
Water "slips" off without being absorbed, so the garment remains light, breathable and warm. However, this does not mean that the garment is waterproof.
This treatment can be repeated to maintain its effectiveness. Sprays to be applied on the outside are preferable to laundry additives, which could reduce the product's breathability.
WHERE DO OUR DOWN JACKETS COME FROM?
Created in our international design center at the foot of Mont Blanc, in France, this down jacket is then made by our suppliers in Vietnam and Bangladesh.
These are partners who possess real know-how in the manufacture of our products, and with whom we work closely.
This relationship of trust with our industrial partners enables us to create high-quality technical products.
WORKING CONDITIONS IN OUR PRODUCTION FACILITIES
We guarantee that our suppliers, often located in developing countries where our presence helps to create jobs, comply with our code of conduct.
Through audits and on-site teams, we ensure that employees benefit from an appropriate working environment.
PRODUCT DESIGN: OUR EXPERTISE
Our worldwide design center Quechua is based in Passy, at the foot of Mont-Blanc in Haute Savoie. This location makes it a real meeting place for our teams (designers, product managers, engineers...) and outdoor sports enthusiasts. A great asset for designing your mountain hiking products, and providing you with all our expertise.
