| frequency | regular |
| type of opening/closing | zip |
| number of pockets | 4 pockets |
| reversible | not reversible |
| silent | not silent |
| zip type | full zip |
| type of lining | warm lining |
| removable hood | not removable hood |
| snow skirt | without snow skirt |
| ventilation system | with zip ventilation |
| waterproof | no waterproof, water repellent |
| hood | with hood |
| main material | polyester |
| style | plain |
| with pocket | |
| windproof | windproof |
| fit | straight |
| lining material | synthetic |
| sleeves length | long sleeves |
| modular | not modular |
| stitching type | with seam |
| reflective | without reflective zones |
| type of waterproofing | membrane |
| season | all seasons |
| RECCO system | without integrated RECCO system |
| sleeve finishing | without finishing |
| type of hood | adjustable hood, lined hood |
| breathability (in RET) | RET 6 < RET < 12 : moderately breathable |
| top length | standard |
| storage | without storage |
| type of length | whole arm |
Main fabric: 5.0% Elastane, 95.0% Polyester |
Hood: 12.0% Elastane, 88.0% Polyester |
Pocket: 100.0% Polyester |
Lining: 9.0% Elastane, 91.0% Polyester |
Membrane: 100.0% Polyurethane |
Not waterproof: not for use in rain
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.
Using recycled polyester rather than conventional polyester reduces the CO2 emissions linked to the material by at least 16%.
FORCLAZ products undergo rigorous tests at our design centre at the foot of Mont-Blanc, before being tested in the field in real conditions.
Thermal lab tests
Our fleeces and jackets are tested to ensure optimum comfort in a specific temperature range when trekking. Our tests allow us to determine the comfort temperature and the limit temperature. The comfort temperature is the ideal temperature when you are in a static position or in the evening when bivouacking. The limit temperature is the maximum recommended temperature when active.
Water-repellent lab tests
The water-repellent property of a fabric is its ability to make water run off its surface without absorbing it. As a result, the fabric does not soak up water and stays light, breathable and warm. A fabric is made water-repellent by applying a treatment to its outer surface, which needs to be reapplied regularly. We conduct laboratory tests that simulate rainfall scenarios in order to ensure a jacket is water-repellent.
Validated in the field
Our teams, along with a panel of testers (made up of partners, ambassadors and customers) put our jackets through their paces in the mountains, to ensure they stand up to the conditions you’ll encounter during your treks.
All our products are tested throughout their development until they go to market.
