Am I sure my jacket is warm enough for winter hiking?
We've developed your jacket for winter conditions: cold, rain and snow. Insulation is provided by 100 g/m² wadding on the body and arms.
The fleece-lined hood keeps your head warm and protected.
Elasticated tightenings at the bottom of the jacket and sleeves complete the package for a comfortable jacket.
How does my jacket protect me from the elements?
Your jacket has been designed with a waterproof outer component that blocks the passage of water and wind. To stay warm in winter, you also need to protect your extremities (head, hands, feet). The warm hood, elasticated cuffs and high collar keep the cold out. Two warm, soft fleece pockets protect your hands from the cold.
This jacket is waterproof
The waterproofness of a jacket is not limited to that of its components: the technique used to assemble the various parts is also an assessment criterion.
Whether thermally bonded or sewn and then waterproofed, the overall waterproofness of your jacket is measured using a shower test developed by Decathlon, which simulates rainfall of different intensities.
So this waterproof jacket protects you from a light rainfall, i.e. 3 cm of rain in 30 minutes.
Waterproof jacket components
The waterproofness of a fabric, ensured by a coating or membrane, is measured in Schmerber or mm H²0 (pressure exerted by a column of water). The higher the number, the more waterproof the fabric.
This jacket features a waterproof component (JIS 1092 standard) resistant to 5,000 mm H²0 (Schmerber) before washing.
A simple, practical jacket.
Two lined pockets keep all your accessories close at hand (handkerchiefs, keys, phone, etc.) when you're out and about, plus a secure Velcro pocket on the inside.
How can I preserve the technical qualities of my jacket?
A fabric's water repellency is its ability to let water slide off its surface without absorbing it. This means the fabric doesn't 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 wash). Products (spray or liquid) are available for this purpose in our stores.
A comfortable cold-weather jacket for everyday use.
Jacket designed with interior volume to accommodate a warm 2nd layer such as a fleece or light down jacket.
Its classic cut is ideal for protecting you from the cold and wind on winter hikes over all types of terrain.
How should I dress for snow hiking?
To dress properly in winter, whatever your activity, we recommend applying the 3-layer principle:
layer 1: technical undergarments allow moisture transfer to keep the skin dry.
layer 2: the second layer (fleece, sweater) provides warmth and moisture transfer.
layer 3: the jacket protects against external conditions: rain, snow, wind.
The whole garment must be breathable to evacuate moisture.
