Cheap 👏 Forclaz Trek 500, 14°F Down Packable Puffer 🎒 Backpacking Jacket, Men’s Hiking Clothing 😍

With its down and feather fill (RDS* certified), this warm and compressible down jacket saves space and weight in your backpacking bag and keeps you warm when bivouacking.

Our team of backpacking enthusiasts designed this down jacket for bivouacking in cold weather (down to 14°F).

How warm is this padded jacket?

This padded jacket, worn as a 3rd layer, has been certified for an active comfort temperature of 14°F during a standardized test in a thermal chamber.
The model is wearing a synthetic long sleeve T-shirt and a light fleece underneath. It works with a simulated 3 mph wind.

We have also tested this model in “static” mode; The comfort temperature is 32°F in this case.

The advantages of a duck down and feather fill

The fill power of down has 3 advantages for mountain sports:
– Thermal insulation provided by the air trapped in the down and feathers
– Ultra low weight: Down is lighter than synthetic fill 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 fill

The fill power is a measure of the down’s thermal insulation capacity and its potential to “trap” air. It is expressed in in³ (cubic inches).
So, down with a higher fill power (higher in³ number) will occupy more space, trap more air, and provide greater thermal insulation.

For this down jacket with its 85% down/15% feather fill, the fill power is guaranteed to be 660 in³ or more (European standard).

What is RDS certification?

RDS or “Responsible Down Standard” is a worldwide certification issued by an independent organization 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 are committed to sourcing down humanely, using plumage from waterfowl that have undergone no undue harm.
To find out more: https://www.forclaz.fr/quest-ce-que-la-certification-rds

Weight of the fill

2XS: 5.1 oz
XS: 5.4 oz
S: 5.6 oz
M: 6 oz
L: 6.3 oz
XL: 6.6 oz
2XL: 6.9 oz

How to care for a down and feather jacket

The down jacket can be worn throughout the winter and will certainly need to be washed. Follow our guidance by copying the link below:
https://www.forclaz.co.uk/how-should-i-look-after-my-down-jacket

In summary:
1/ machine wash, 86°F, 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.

How to repair your fleece

A tear on a padded jacket can happen when backpacking! The good news is that it can be repaired and you can avoid the tear getting bigger or feathers coming out.

Don’t feel at ease carrying out this repair yourself? Don’t worry! Our in-store Decathlon workshops offer a repair service to mend your padded jacket using a heat-bonded patch.

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 & keeps it lightweight and warm.
The material of the quilted jacket is water-repellent;We therefore recommend wearing a waterproof jacket on top in case of prolonged exposure to rain.

The fabric is made water-repellent by treating its outer surface; however, this property may deteriorate with use.
We recommend that you restore it after each wash.

How to reactivate the waterproofing 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

https://www.decathlon.co.uk/p/fabric-waterproofing-liquid-250-ml/_/R-p-308192

Determining the environmental impact of our products

The environmental impact of the product is calculated based on its entire lifecycle and using different indicators.
A general score from A to E is provided 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 this environmental information.
For more info: http://sustainability.decathlon.com/

Composition

Padding : 90.0% Grey duck down, Padding : 10.0% Grey duck feather
Lining : 100.0% Polyamide
Main fabric : 100.0% Polyester cationic

Care Instructions

Caring for down jackets requires special attention. Dry cleaning is recommended for this down jacket. Machine wash at 86°F, add 2 tennis balls to restore the loft of the down. Rinse twice. Tumble drying is highly recommended: synthetic cycle with 3 tennis balls to restore the loft of the down; put the jacket through several cycles until the down has dried completely, otherwise it may clump, which will reduce its insulating power. See the care instructions in the online guide

Warmth : Comfortable between 14°F and 32°F. RDS down with a fill power of 660 in³

Compact design : Easily packs into its storage bag

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

Weight : This down jacket weighs approximately 15.2 oz in size M.

Pockets : 2 hand pockets and 1 chest pocket with a zipper to keep your belongings safe

Pockets : 2 hand pockets and 1 chest pocket with zip fastening to secure your items