Men's Softshell Windproof Jacket - Black

What is softshell?

It is a warm protective jacket that protects you from the wind and a short downpour (about 30 minutes) of light rain or snow.

The fabric used is an assembly of 3 materials: a breathable and windproof microporous membrane sandwiched between the water-repellent outer layer and the inner one made from warm, comfortable fleece.

Thermal comfort and windproof

The wind makes you feel considerably colder.

Where the outside temperature is 0°, with winds of 20 km, the temperature feels like -10°.

"Windproof" components fight the uncomfortable effects associated with this "freezing effect". Forming a barrier against the wind, they effectively reduce heat loss.

Breathability

In areas that are sensitive to wind (front and sleeves) the fabric has a windproof membrane; breathability is therefore lower.

Performance is 2,839 g/m2/24 hrs (according to standard JIS 1099 A).



To improve breathability on the back and sides, the fabric does not have a membrane.

Performance is 3,219 g/m2/24 hrs (according to standard JIS 1099 A).

Water repellent property of component (not to be confused with waterproofing)

Water-repellency makes water run off a surface without absorbing it.

This prevents the fabric from soaking up water and keeps it lightweight and breathable.

The fabric is made water-repellent by treating its outer surface, however this property may deteriorate with use.

To reactivate it, follow the guide:

https://www.quechua.co.uk/advice/how-do-you-restore-water-repellent-properties-your-jacket-a_86426?_ga=2.225541081.2119208219.1522845447-1496252894.1522845447

Recommended additional product

Wash-in product that restores the water-repellent properties

https://www.decathlon.co.uk/eco-wash-in-proof-250-ml-id_8408883.html



It restores the water-repellent properties of the fabric and optimises the performance of your garment throughout its lifetime.

Jacket hem drawcord.

Elastic drawcords and toggles.

Pocket system

2 hand pockets with zip fastening.