How waterproof is it?
Technical specifications: high-performance, waterproof coating, 5,000 mm H2O (Schmerbers) certified to the JIS 1092 standard. Water-resistance before washing - equivalent to being able to withstand a 5-meter water column. Sustained performance on repeated cycles, with guaranteed watertightness under light rain.
Strategically-placed pockets
6 pockets for optimised organisation:
- 2 hand-pockets on the sides
- 2 gusseted pockets with flap and velcro
- 1 watertight chest pocket offering rapid access to your phone
- 1 secure inner pocket with a zip.
And technical details on the lining?
The lining is based on a multi-material technical structure. The back mesh maximises ventilation, while the nylon at the hips optimises abrasion-resistance and fluidity of movement. The hood is lined with peach-skin microfibre for premium contact.
Breathability
Optimised breathing performance rated as RET 12 positions this fabric in the “highly breathable” category on the technical scale. For reference purposes, an RET lower than 9 indicates an extreme level, while over 20, breathability becomes insufficient for sustained physical exertion.
To maintain the jacket’s waterproofing properties
Maintaining the garment’s water-repellent properties follows a specific protocol. Reactivate the fabric’s coating every 3 washes with intensive rinsing, or after a dozen uses in the rain. Thermal reactivation is done easily in a tumble dryer for 15 minutes or with a hair dryer held 20 cm away.
Choose your waterproof jacket according to your sports effort
During sports activity, the extent to which we perspire depends on the intensity or the duration of the physical effort If the breathability of the fabric is not adapted to your type of physical activity, the perspiration vapour condenses inside the jacket You feel damp inside:It is not rain coming through but perspiration vapour condensing.You need to choose your jacket according to the type of physical activity. This parka has been designed for regular day hiking at a maximum speed of 5 km/hr.
Recommended additional product
To protect the lower body as well and have a very effective outfit to protect you against the wind and showers, we recommend the men's NH500 over-trousers.
Condition EXCELLENT
- 100% functional - the product shows no signs of wear - checked and cleaned by our experts
Condition VERY GOOD
- 100% functional - checked then cleaned by our experts - minor repairs may have been necessary - some elements may have been replaced - minimal traces of wear may be visible
Condition GOOD
- 100% functional - checked then cleaned by our experts - repairs may have been necessary (change of zip, stitching, etc.) - some elements may have been replaced - traces of wear may be visible
Condition FAIR
- 100% functional - checked then cleaned by our experts - some elements may have been replaced - used product, having required repairs (sewing, patch or glue)
Control checkpoints
All our 2nd life products have been checked, reconditioned and repaired by our technicians.
- Integrity of outside fabric and lining
- Open / close function
- Integrity of outside and inside pockets
- Hood clamping function (*or cuffs, waist)
- Open/close function
- Buckles
- Belt / Straps
- Storage cover, hood and 1/2 pant leg present
- Down/feather distribution
- Water-repellent fabric
