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Men’s windproof softshell trekking jacket, MT500 - Khaki
Designed to protect you from the wind during a cold weather mountain trek
This softshell jacket is the ideal solution in changeable weather conditions thanks to its versatile features.
ID 8580220
BENEFITS
Absorption
Underarm panel that lets the water vapour generated by the body pass through
Optimum temperature
Comfortable from 10°C to 7°C when worn as 2nd layer.Fleece brushed on the inside
Waterproof
Treated surface to prevent water from seeping into the fabric.
Protection from the weather
Built-in windproof membrane for maximum protection.
Airing
Zipped air vents that help to eliminate the heat generated by the body
Abrasion resistance
Fabric with tight weave so you can wear a backpack without any risk of tearing.
TECHNICAL INFORMATIONS
Sizing information
Quite a close-fitting cut. The jacket's inner volume allows you to wear it over a thin second layer such as a micro-fleece.
Pocket system
2 hand pockets + 1 chest pocket with zip fastening.
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.
Jacket hem drawcord.
Elastic drawcords and toggles.
BREATHABILITY
The main fabric used throughout the jacket, except at the sides, has a windproof membrane with a breathability of 2814 g/sqm for 24 h (according to the JIS 1099 A standard).
Water repellent property of component (not to be confused with waterproofing)
The water-repellent property of a fabric is its capacity to make water run off its 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:
on our website.
Recommended additional product
Waterproofing spray for leather and fabric.
https://www.decathlon.fr/bombe-re-impermeabilisant-id_5954981.html
It restores the water-repellent properties of the fabric and optimises the performance of your garment throughout its lifetime.
COMPOSITION
composition
Main fabric - Inner layer: 10.0% Elastane, 90.0% Polyester; Main fabric - Outer layer: 11.0% Elastane, 89.0% Polyester; Pocket: 100.0% Polyester; Hood fabric: 12.0% Elastane, 88.0% Polyester; Hood lining: 9.0% Elastane, 91.0% Polyester; Membrane: 100.0% Polyurethane
Tips for storage and maintenance
MAXIMUM WASHING TEMPERATURE 30°C. NORMAL TREATMENT.
BLEACHING EXCLUDED.
DRYING IN TUMBLE DRYER POSSIBLE. LOW TEMPERATURE, MAXIMUM DRUM EXHAUST TEMPERATURE 60°C.
DO NOT IRON.
DO NOT DRY CLEAN.
Restrictions on use
Not waterproof: not for use in rain.
TESTS AND WARRANTY
Test product
This jacket was developed in partnership with mountain professionals (AEM: Mountain Guides).
Warranty
2 Years