Wedze 500, Piste Ski Jacket, Women's

Recognized for their high thermal insulation, the down and feathers also provide an excellent weight/warmth/compression ratio. However, the warmth comes from the combination of the weight of the down/feathers and the fill power of the jacket. Indeed, together, they provide you with warmth and insulate you from the cold. (Padding 50% down and 50% feathers in the body, 100 g/m² recycled fill at the bottom of jacket and arms, 60 g/m² at the collar).

In addition to its filling, your jacket's waterproof zippers, snow skirt, collar, and adjustable hood and cuffs offer better protection against the cold for a warmer feeling.

The membrane is a very fine component applied to the inner surface of the outer jacket fabric. This hydrophilic component prevents water from seeping in while wicking away the perspiration produced by the body. The membrane is unbeatable when it comes to staying warm and dry.

The resistance of a fabric to water pressure is expressed in terms of the height in mm of a water column that can be supported by the fabric (test based on the ISO 811 standard). The higher the pressure, the more the fabric is waterproof. A component with a waterproof rating of 8000 mm can therefore withstand the pressure exerted by a 8000 mm column of water.

The 500 jacket has been developed with a sophisticated component and assembly that prevent water from entering and reduce wind chill to help you cope with the weather conditions (rain, snow, wind, etc.). To validate its waterproof rating, this jacket was tested under a special shower that replicates the conditions skiers have to face. We validated the waterproofing of this product in the field in various weather conditions for several days.

The water-repellent property of a fabric is its capacity to make water run off its surface without absorbing it. This jacket features water-repellent components that extend its weather resistance. The fabric is made water-repellent by treating its outer surface. However, this property may deteriorate with use.

Bear in mind that the water-repellent feature can be reactivated. To do this, you can use a waterproof spray (sold in our stores): spray the product evenly over the entire garment and allow to dry for 10 to 12 hours.

This garment wicks away the water vapor produced by your body when exercising. To find out if a fabric is breathable, we measure its total evaporative resistance RET (test based on the ISO 11092 standard). The lower the RET, the more breathable the fabric. The 500 jacket has an RET of 11. However, it is the technical solutions (zippers, vents, mesh) that Wedze uses that limit the condensation inside the garment and maximize breathability.

Slim fit. The sides of the jacket hang down straight and remain parallel without conforming to the shape of your bust. The interior volume means this jacket can be worn in combination with a 1st and 2nd technical layer.

To make sure you stay warm and dry, we recommend using the 3-technical-layers rule: - Layer 1 or a 2nd skin, to stay dry. - Layer 2 or an insulating layer, to keep the heat in. - Layer 3 or a protective layer, to protect against bad weather.

The snow skirt (which is automatic), as well as the adjustable cuffs, prevent the entry of snow and air during practice and especially in case of a fall.

* Wash the jacket inside-out * Machine wash at 86°F, delicate cycle with little detergent and no fabric softener. * Put 2 clean, ideally white, tennis balls in the drum of the washing machine. * Perform a 2nd or 3rd rinse cycle to make sure that any washing product that remains from the previous wash has been eliminated.

Dry in a tumble dryer (strongly recommended) * Use a gentle or delicate cycle. * Warning, make sure you select a gentle spin cycle. * Dry thoroughly over several long cycles. * Between 2 cycles, shake the down to break up the clumps of feathers that form during washing. If you do not have a tumble dryer, the process is longer. (drying can take 1 to 2 weeks in a dry and flat place). Pat the jacket (at least 4/5 times) to prevent the feathers from forming clumps

Our traceability system lets us guarantee the origin of the feathers in accordance with our commitment to use responsible materials. Our suppliers are committed to using only feathers that come from ducks that are raised for their meat and plucked after slaughtering. http://developpement-durable.decathlon.com/faq/

The product's environmental impact is calculated over its entire lifecycle using different indicators. An overall score from A to E is given to help you easily identify the most eco-friendly products by comparing products of the same type (T-shirts, pants, backpacks, etc.) Decathlon is committed to displaying the environmental information of its products. For further information: http://sustainability.decathlon.com/

Imported

All Wedze products are created, designed, and developed in the Mont Blanc Valley. They are then tested under the same conditions as you would experience in real-life use (snow, cold, powder snow, etc.) The design teams make sure that the program for which the product is designed and developed, corresponds perfectly to its use in the field.

Store on a hanger and do not fold, as this can damage the waterproofing of the fabric. Dry thoroughly before storing in a dry and well-ventilated place.