CHILDREN’S WARM AND WATERPROOF HIKING JACKET - SH100 -3°C AGE 7-15

We carry out a comparative study in a thermal laboratory in walking conditions in light winds (5 km/h). The comfort temperature is the calculated air temperature where 70% of users have a \"slightly warm\" thermal sensation. For this jacket, it’s -3°C. However every individual feels the cold differently.

The waterproofing of a fabric by a coating or a membrane is measured in Schmerbers or H²0 mm (pressure of a water column). The higher this number, the more waterproof the fabric. This jacket has a waterproof component (JIS 1092 standard) resistant to 5,000 mm H²O (Schmerbers) before washing.

We have incorporated 70% recycled polyester in this product. What does that mean? As well as being technical, this product has been designed taking into account its environmental impact. In brief: polyester yarn is made from oil. Using recycled polyester is to reclaim and repurpose waste products such as manufacturing remnants or plastic bottles instead of using new oil resources. And that\'s already a step in the right direction isn\'t it?

Care products: spray or liquid water-repellent treatment in the washing machine. To revive the fabric’s water repellent-properties and optimise the garment’s performance throughout its lifetime, we recommend using these products on every wash at a minimum.

The waterproofing ability of a jacket is not just limited to its components: the assembly technique of the different parts is also an evaluation criterion. Whether heat-sealed or sewn and then waterproofed, the overall waterproofing ability of your jacket is measured using a shower test developed by Decathlon, which simulates rain of different intensities. As such, this waterproof jacket protects you from a shower, i.e. 6 cm of rain in 1 hour.

The seams of a jacket can be taped to prevent water from entering that area. Here, the main seams are taped, which matches the seams of the hood, collar, shoulders, armholes and chest.

We conduct tests on the selected components: resistance to rubbing and abrasion, colour fastness, resistance to repeated washing.

To dress properly in winter, whatever your activity, we recommend using the 3-layer principle: Layer 1: The high-tech base layer transfers moisture away from the body to keep your skin dry. layer 2: The second layer (fleece, sweater) provides warmth and transfers moisture outwards. layer 3: The jacket protects you from the outdoor conditions: rain, snow, wind. The whole outfit must be breathable in order to eliminate moisture.