Cutting information
Fitted cut for perfect ease of movement and minimum wind resistance. Inner volume allows this jacket to be worn with a light, thin 2nd layer, such as a fleece or less.
Hood
Attached hood. Automatic height and depth adjustment with easy-fit elastic system.
Pocket system
2 zipped side pockets.
Jacket bottom adjustment
With elastic cord.
Sleeve bottom adjustment
Semi-elasticated cuffs.
Thermal comfort and windproofness
Wind considerably increases the sensation of cold! For example, at an outside temperature of 0°C and a wind speed of 20 km/h, the perceived temperature will be -10°C. Windproof components eliminate the discomfort of this freezing effect. By forming a barrier against the wind, they effectively reduce heat loss.
Component water repellency (distinct from waterproofing)
A fabric's water repellency is its ability to let water slide off its surface without absorbing it. As a result, the fabric does not become waterlogged, and remains light, breathable and warm. Water repellency is achieved by a treatment applied to the outer face of the fabric. This treatment needs to be renewed over the life of the garment (we recommend every 3 washes).
Component breathability
Pour savoir si un tissu est respirant, on mesure sa résistance évaporative totale RET (test basé sur la norme ISO 11092). Plus la résistance est faible, plus le tissu laisse s’échapper la vapeur d'eau générée par le corps en activité, donc plus il est respirant. Par exemple : RET < 9 = tissu extrêmement respirant / 920 = tissu peu ou pas respirant.
Garment breathability
In addition to the breathability of the fabrics used, Quechua has developed technical solutions (zips, vents, mesh, etc.) to improve the overall ventilation of all its jackets and overtrousers designed for long-distance touring ( Forclaz, Bionnassay and Hélium lines). These ventilation systems both regulate the temperature inside the garment and facilitate the evacuation of perspiration generated by the body during exercise.
