| How will this jacket keep my child warm? |
We carry out a comparative study in a thermal laboratory in walking conditions in light winds (5 km/h).
The comfort temperature is the calculated air temperature where 70% of users have a "slightly warm" thermal sensation.
For this jacket, it’s -3°C.
However every individual feels the cold differently. |
| WATERPROOFING ABILITY OF THIS JACKET |
The waterproofing ability of a jacket is not just limited to its components: the assembly technique of the different parts is also an evaluation criterion.
Whether heat-sealed or sewn and then waterproofed, the overall waterproofing ability of your jacket is measured using a shower test developed by Decathlon, which simulates rain of different intensities.
As such, this waterproof jacket protects you from a shower, i.e. 6 cm of rain in 1 hour. |
| WATERPROOFING ABILITY OF THE JACKET’S COMPONENTS |
The waterproofing of a fabric by a coating or a membrane is measured in Schmerbers or H²0 mm (pressure of a water column). The higher this number, the more waterproof the fabric.
This jacket has a waterproof component (JIS 1092 standard) resistant to 5,000 mm H²O (Schmerbers) before washing. |
| What is the meaning of: "Taped main seams"? |
The seams of a jacket can be taped to prevent water from entering that area.
Here, the main seams are taped, which matches the seams of the hood, collar, shoulders, armholes and chest. |
| Kids get their stuff dirty quickly; can you wash this jacket regularly without damaging it? |
We conduct tests on the selected components: resistance to rubbing and abrasion, colour fastness, resistance to repeated washing. |
| How do you protect the technical qualities of this jacket? |
Care products: spray or liquid water-repellent treatment in the washing machine. To revive the fabric’s water repellent-properties and optimise the garment’s performance throughout its lifetime, we recommend using these products on every wash at a minimum. |
| How do I choose the right kids’ clothing for snow hiking? |
To dress properly in winter, whatever your activity, we recommend using the 3-layer principle:
Layer 1: The high-tech base layer transfers moisture away from the body to keep your skin dry.
layer 2: The second layer (fleece, sweater) provides warmth and transfers moisture outwards.
layer 3: The jacket protects you from the outdoor conditions: rain, snow, wind.
The whole outfit must be breathable in order to eliminate moisture. |
