Features

Design benefits

warmth

Keeps the wearer warm at an apparent temperature of 13 to 16°C. Fleece lining.

water repellent

Specially treated so water and drizzle slide off the fabric's surface.

windproof

Membrane to stop the windchill effect. Adjustable cuffs.

adjustable

Fitted waist. Adjustable cuffs. Two-way adjustable hood: at the top and collar

Design details

What is the "Softshell" multi-layer component?

Softshell is a high-tech fabric combining three materials: a breathable and windproof microporous membrane sandwiched between the water-repellent outer layer and the warm and comfortable fleece inner layer. The properties of this high-tech material offer you thermal comfort, breathability, a lightweight design, and ease of movement thanks to its stretchable, warm and water-repellent component.

What does water repellent mean?

Not to be confused with waterproof! A quality achieved by applying a hydrophobic, water-repellent treatment to a fabric. The process prevents water from sticking to the fabric's surface, limiting its ability to absorb water. When movement is added to the equation, water glides over the fabric. This is what is called water repellence. On a jacket with water-repellent properties, water does not soak into the outer fabric; so it remains light, does not retain moisture and is quicker to dry.

What is breathability and the RET index?

The fabric breathability corresponds to its ability to allow water vapour generated by the body (perspiration) to escape. It can be measured using the RET (Resistance to Evaporative Transfer) index, which is expressed in PAa·m²/W. The RET is a resistance index; the lower the value, the greater the breathability of the garment. RET between 6 and 12: very breathable; RET between 12 and 20: breathable; RET above 20: not breathable.The RET of our yacht racing softshell is equal to 18.85 Pa·m²/W.

How important is windproofing?

Protection from the wind is critical, as wind can chill the body significantly whether you are active or at rest. According to the windchill model, which measures how the air temperature feels when factoring in the wind and cold: at a temperature of 5°C combined with winds of 30 km/h, the temperature felt will be 0°C. If the air temperature is 0°C and wind speed is 30 km/h, the temperature felt will be -6°C. The materials used in our products help to counter the windchill effect

What is the hood like?

The hood of this product has been designed so as not to get in your way as you sail. The positioning of its seams are such that the hood follows the movements of your head. Its adjustment point at the top lets you adjust it to the right height. Its additional adjustment points at the collar let you modify the width to help stop the wind and cold from getting in. The hood has been tested to be worn with and without a waterproof jacket on top.

Water repellency maintenance:

To regenerate the water repellence of the fabric, thereby optimising the performance of your garment throughout its life, you can use a re-waterproofing spray or liquid water repellence reactivator. The full water repellency of the Sailing 900 softshell jacket can withstand 5 washes. After that, we recommend reactivating the waterproofing treatment to ensure performance.

Condition VERY GOOD

- 100% functional - checked then cleaned by our experts - minor repairs may have been necessary - some elements may have been replaced - minimal traces of wear may be visible

Control checkpoints

All our 2nd life products have been checked, reconditioned and repaired by our technicians. - Visual inspection of the product

Specifications

Details

level of practice	intermediate
frequency	intensive
weather conditions	cool weather, cold weather
neck type	zip neck
type of opening/closing	zip
number of pockets	3 pockets
customisation	customizable
silent	silent
reversible	not reversible
zip type	full zip
type of lining	warm lining
snow skirt	without snow skirt
hood	with hood
main material	polyester
breathability	breathable
waterproof	water repellent
style	plain
ventilation system	without ventilation
fit	classic
pocket	with pocket
type of length	at the hips
condition	returned
windproof	windproof
reinforced area	without reinforced area
sleeves length	long sleeves
modular	not modular
stitching type	with seam
reflective	without reflective zones
sleeve finishing	without finishing
type of hood	adjustable hood, foldable hood
breathability (in RET)	RET 6 < RET < 12 : moderately breathable
top length	standard
storage	without storage
lining material	fleece

Composition

Main fabric: 6.0% Elastane, 94.0% Polyester

Hood fabric: 100.0% Polyester

Membrane: 100.0% Polyester

Pocket: 100.0% Polyester

Usage & care

2-year warranty

Returns & exchange

Care instructions

Usage precautions

Not waterproof. Pockets not watertight. Resists 30min fine rain.

Storage

Store on a hanger or folded in a dry place.

Cleaning

Do not dry clean.
Drying in tumble dryer possible. Low temperature, maximum drum exhaust temperature 60°C.
Do not iron.
Maximum wash temperature of 30°C. Very moderate treatment.
Bleaching excluded.