Features

Design benefits

warmth

Wadding: 85% down / 15% feather. Fill power 660 CUIN. Jacket hem tightening.

compact design

Easily packs into its storage bag

water repellent

Surface-treated outer fabric to prevent water from getting inside (PFC-free)

freedom of movement

It is sleeveless and lightweight, making it comfortable to wear while walking

Design details

Why wear a down gilet?

A gilet helps to keep the body warm. It protects the chest, neck and kidneys as these areas are especially sensitive to chills. It’s sleeveless so it saves weight in your backpack, provides even more breathability during exercise and excellent comfort of movement when worn under a jacket. Worn underneath the MT100 down jacket, it can provide 6°C extra warmth when compared to a down jacket worn without the gilet.

The advantages of a duck down and feather filling

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

Inflating Power of down/feather filling

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

Weight of the filling

S: 67 g M: 71 g L: 75 g XL: 80 g: 85 g XXXL: 93 g

How to care for a down and feather gilet?

The down gilet can be worn throughout the winter and will certainly need to be washed. Our advice: 1/ machine wash, 30°, with 2 or 3 tennis balls. Gentle spin cycle. 2/ tumble dry with 2 or 3 tennis balls, repeat 2 or 3 times until it is completely dry

HOW TO REPAIR A GILET?

A tear on a padded jacket can happen when trekking! The good news is that it can be repaired with a repair patch to prevent the tear from getting bigger or feathers from escaping. Don't you feel at ease carrying out this repair yourself? Don't worry! Some Decathlon workshops offer an in-store repair service to mend your padded jacket using a heat-bonded patch.

Water-repellent property of component (not to be confused with waterproofing)

The fabric's water-repellent properties lets water run off its surface without absorbing it. The fabric is subsequently prevented from saturating with water, ensuring it remains lightweight and warm.The down jacket's fabric is water-repellent, we, however, recommend wearing a waterproof jacket over it if exposed to rain for a prolonged time. Water repellency comes from treating its outer surface, but with use, it may deteriorate. We recommend that you restore it after each wash.

How to restore the water-repellent properties?

Once you have cleaned your padded gilet, we recommend you use a water-repellent re-activator spray to preserve the hydrophobic properties of the outer fabric. This renews the fabric’s water repellent properties and optimises performance throughout the lifespan of your garment.

Specifications

Details

frequency	regular
number of pockets	3 pockets
zip type	full zip
storage	with storage cover
main material	down
hood	without hood
pocket	zip closed pocket, with pocket
waterproof	water repellent
style	plain
type of length	at the hips
condition	new
windproof	not windproof
fit	straight
neck type	high neck
sleeves length	sleeveless
sleeve finishing	without finishing
air temperature	10°C < air < 14°C

Composition

Filling: 10.0% Grey Duck Feather, 90.0% Grey Duck Down

Lining: 100.0% Polyamide

Main fabric: 100.0% Polyester

Usage & care

2-year warranty

Care instructions

Usage precautions

Not suitable for mountain hiking in rainy weather

Storage

Store on a hanger in a clean, dry place Do not fold it up before packing it into the storage bag.

Cleaning

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

Secure fasteners closed before washing. Gentle cycle, machine wash cold with like colors. Wash with mild detergent or down wash and 2 clean tennis balls. Do not use bleach or fabric softener. Rinse thoroughly at least twice. Tumble dry low with 2 clean tennis balls. Remove promptly and fluff after each cycle until dry. Do not dry clean, iron or steam. Store in a cool and dry location.
Wash inside out.
Wash with zip closed.

Women’s Mountain Trekking Padded Gilet - MT500