DECATHLON FORCLAZ Men's Mountain Trekking Down Jacket w/ Hood -10oC - MT500 - Dark Petrol Blue

RDS-certified down jacket with hood designed by our team, passionate about trekking in the mountains, for trekking in cold weather down to -10oC. Thanks to its down and feather filling (RDS certified), this warm and compressible down jacket saves space and weight in your trekking bag and keeps you warm when bivouacking.

RDS-certified down jacket with hood designed by our team, passionate about trekking in the mountains, for trekking in cold weather down to -10oC.

How warm is this padded jacket?This padded jacket, worn as a 3rd layer, has been certified for an active comfort temperature of -10oC during a standardised test in a thermal chamber. The model is wearing a synthetic long-sleeved T-shirt and a light fleece underneath. It works with a simulated 5 km/h wind. We have also tested this model in static mode. Its comfort temperature is 0oC in this case.

The advantages of a duck down and feather fillingThe filling power of down has 3 advantages for mountain sports:- Thermal insulation thanks to the air trapped in the down and feathers.- Ultra-lightweight: down is lighter than synthetic wadding while offering the same degree of warmth. This saves even more weight in your backpack.- Ultra-compressible.

How to measure the fill power of a down and feather wadding?The fill power is a measure of the down's thermal insulation capacity and its potential to ""trap"" air. It is expressed in CUIN (cubic inches). So, down with a higher fill power (higher CUIN number) will occupy more space, trap more air and provide greater thermal insulation. This puffer jacket, filled with 90% down and 10% feathers, has a guaranteed fill power of 800 CUIN (international standard) or over.

Weight of fillingXS: 122 gS: 131 gM: 140gL: 149 gXL: 159g2XL: 170g3XL: 181g4XL: 192g

What is RDS certification?RDS or "Responsible Down Standard" is a worldwide certification issued by an independent organisation to volunteer brands. This standard enables us to guarantee the origin of the feathers in accordance with our commitment to use responsible materials. Our suppliers commit to using only feathers from geese and ducks raised for their meat and slaughtered before down and feathers are collected.

The eco-design actions carried out on this down jacketThe lining of the inner lining is innovative because it is two-tone: it blends black dope-dyed yarn and undyed yarn. Compared to conventional dyeing, this process reduces CO2 emissions by 14%. The outer fabric is made of recycled polyester.

How to care for a down jacket?The down jacket can be worn throughout the winter and will certainly need to be washed. But the less you wash it, the more it will retain its thermal insulation and water repellency. In summary: 1/Machine wash with a detergent suitable for down or technical garments, at 30o, with 2 or 3 tennis balls. Gentle spin cycle. 2/ tumble dry with 2 or 3 tennis balls, and repeat 2 or 3 times until it is completely dry.

Water-repellent property of component (not to be confused with waterproofing)The water repellent property of a fabric is its ability to make water run off its surface without absorbing it. This prevents the fabric from swelling, and keeps it lightweight and warm. The fabric of this down jacket is water repellent, however, we recommend that you wear a waterproof jacket over it in the rain. The fabric is made water-repellent by treating (PFC-free) its outer surface, however this property may deteriorate with use. We recommend that you restore it after each wash.

How to restore the water-repellent properties?Once you have cleaned your padded jacket, we recommend you use a water-repellent reactivator spray to preserve the hydrophobic properties of the outer fabric. This renews the fabric's water repellent properties and optimises its performance throughout the lifespan of your garment.

Thanks to its down and feather filling (RDS certified) this warm and compressible down jacket saves space and weight in your trekking bag and keeps you warm when bivouacking.

Warmth Comfortable between 0oC and -10oC. RDS down with a filling power of 800 CUIN

Compact design Easily packs into its storage bag

Water repellent Surface-treated outer fabric to prevent water from getting in

Durability Outer fabric with reinforced mesh to stop tears from worsening

Pockets 2 hand pockets and 1 zipped chest pocket, 2 inner pockets

Weight This down jacket weighs approximately 440g in size L

RDS-certified down jacket with hood designed by our team passionate about trekking in the mountains for trekking in cold weather down to -10oC.

Warmth
Comfortable between 0oC and -10oC. RDS down with a filling power of 800 CUIN

Compact design
Easily packs into its storage bag

Water repellent
Surface-treated outer fabric to prevent water from getting in

Durability
Outer fabric with reinforced mesh to stop tears from worsening

Pockets
2 hand pockets and 1 zipped chest pocket, 2 inner pockets

Weight
This down jacket weighs approximately 440g in size L