Lightweight waterproof hiking jacket - MH900 - Men

Fitted cut. Interior volume allowing this jacket to be worn in combination with a 2nd layer garment such as a fleece or a light down jacket. Ease of movement, especially in the shoulders and arms.

Deep and enveloping. 3-point adjustment system (height, depth and volume). Adjustment in a single gesture thanks to a single elastic cord and a tightening piece. Adjustable in a single step! Visor for maximum face protection.

Exterior: 4 large pockets closed by waterproof zips. 2 chest pockets and two hand pockets. Interior: 1 waterproof zipped pockets + 2 quick access mesh pockets.

3-layer component with membrane

The waterproofness of a product depends on 2 main criteria: its component and its construction. This product has been built with a membrane. It is a kind of very thin plastic film (in polyurethane) which makes the component waterproof while remaining breathable. It has the advantage of being flexible, light and breathable.

3-layer construction: The membrane is bonded between the outer fabric and the inner fabric. We use it for hard-wearing, high-performance jackets

To guarantee the level of impermeability of a component, laboratory tests are carried out. To do this, we measure the resistance of a fabric to a water pressure expressed in mm of water column (test based on the JIS 1092 standard). The higher the pressure, the more the fabric is waterproof. This component has a waterproofness of 20000 mm and therefore withstands the pressure exerted by 20000 mm of water column. This is also equivalent to 20000 Schmerbers.

To ensure the level of waterproofness of the jacket, we carry out laboratory tests to simulate rain scenarios. This garment has been validated in a shower test under 30 cm of rain in 3 hours. This test reproduces the average conditions of a thunderstorm in the mountains.

The breathability of a component is measured by its “Thermal Evaporative Resistance” (RET). accumulation of water on the skin. The lower the RET value, the more breathable the fabric.RET ≤ 6: very breathable fabricRET ≤ 12: breathable fabricRET ≤ 20: poorly breathable fabricThis product has been rated at 6 RET

In addition to the breathability of the fabrics used, Quechua is developing technical solutions (zips, vents, mesh, etc.) improving the overall ventilation of all its jackets. These ventilation systems make it possible both to regulate the temperature inside the garment and to facilitate the evacuation of perspiration generated by the body during exercise.

The water repellency of a fabric is its ability to let water slide over its surface without absorbing it. The textile does not soak up water and remains light and breathable. Water repellency is obtained by a treatment applied to the outer face of the fabric. This treatment needs to be renewed during the lifetime of the garment. The water repellency can be reactivated by putting the jacket in the dryer for 10 minutes at low temperature. You can also use the waterproofing agent (ref 8554908)

Created in our international design center at the foot of Mont Blanc, in France, this jacket is then made by our suppliers in China. These are partners who have real know-how in making jackets and with whom we are in close collaboration. This relationship of trust with our industrial partners allows us to create quality technical products.

Our global Quechua design center is based in Passy, ​​at the foot of Mont-Blanc in Haute Savoie. This location makes it a real meeting place between our teams (designers, product managers, engineers, etc.) and outdoor sports enthusiasts. A great asset for designing your mountain hiking products, and bringing you all our expertise.

We guarantee compliance with our code of conduct by our suppliers, who are often present in developing countries where our presence promotes job creation. Through audits and thanks to on-site teams, we ensure that employees benefit from a quality work environment based on respect, the fulfillment of people and the preservation of the environment.

Our global Quechua design center is based in Passy, ​​at the foot of Mont-Blanc in Haute Savoie. This location makes it a real meeting place between our teams (designers, product managers, engineers, etc.) and outdoor sports enthusiasts. A great asset for designing your mountain hiking products, and bringing you all our expertise.