Quechua Women’s FH500 Helium Rain Waterproof Hiking Jacket – Lightweight & Durable

A waterproof, ultra-light, breathable women’s jacket at a low price: The ideal companion to be perfectly protected at the lowest price. It is the lightest jacket in the range!

At the foot of Mont Blanc, our team of enthusiasts designed this waterproof jacket for those who love fast hiking.

Sizing and fit information

Fitted cut to derive maximum benefit from the stretch fabric. The jacket’s inner volume allows you to wear it over a thin, light second layer, such as a light down or fleece garment.

Hood

When attached, height and depth are adjustable with elastic drawstring and toggles. Stiff visor for maximum face protection.

Pockets

1 zipper-fastening chest pocket that the jacket can be folded into.

Zipper fastener

Watertight front zipper. Zipper fastener system that is easier to use.

Jacket hem drawstring

Elastic drawstrings and toggles.

Component with coating or a membrane

The coating is like a layer of “paint” applied on the underside of the fabric to make it waterproof while remaining breathable. It is often less costly than a membrane and requires a lining for protection. The membrane is like a very fine plastic film (polyurethane) that makes the component waterproof while remaining breathable. It has the advantage of being more supple, lightweight, durable and often more breathable than the coating. This jacket has a membrane.

Component 3 layers, 2 layers or 2.5 layers

3 layers: the membrane is bonded to an inner and outer layer of the component. This construction helps the membrane last longer and boosts the component’s performance. 2 layers: the membrane is only bonded to the outer layer; the inner protective lining is free. This construction costs less, but is generally more cumbersome. 2.5 layers: the membrane has inner protection with a kind of varnish coating rather than an actual layer to make it as lightweight as possible

Waterproof component

We measure the resistance of a fabric to water pressure expressed in mm of water column (test based on Standard ISO 811). The higher the water pressure, the more waterproof the fabric. Components with a 2,000 mm rating can withstand the pressure of a 2,000 mm column of water (which is equivalent to a rain shower lasting 2 hours).

Impermeability of the garment

This garment has been shower-tested using 26 gallons of water/sqm/hour for 3 hours. This test reproduces the conditions of a violent storm in the mountains.

Component breathability

In addition to breathable fabrics, Quechua develops high-tech solutions (zippers, ventilation, mesh, etc.) to improve the overall ventilation of its hiking jackets and overpants. These ventilation systems allow temperature regulation inside the garment and help wick away perspiration generated by the body during exercise.

Component water-resistance

A fabric’s water-repellent property is its capacity to make water run off its surface without seeping in. This prevents the fabric from swelling and keeps it lightweight, breathable and warm. A fabric becomes water-repellent by applying a treatment to its outer surface. This treatment must be renewed throughout the garment’s lifetime (recommended after every 3 washes). All the Quechua waterproof jackets have received a water-repellent treatment.

Additional recommended products

Forclaz Rain overpants protect the lower half of your body for a complete and effective rain protection system for your mountain outings. Care products: waterproofing spray or liquid in the machine to renew the fabric’s water-repellent properties and optimize performance throughout the lifetime of your garment.

A score for comparing products’ environmental impact

The product’s environmental impact is calculated over its entire lifecycle using different indicators.
A score ranging from A to E is attributed so that you can easily identify the products with a better environmental performance compared to products of the same type (T-shirts, pants, backpacks,…). Decathlon totally backs the environmental labeling approach.
For further information: http://sustainability.decathlon.com/

Composition

Main fabric : 100.0% Polyester cationic

Waterproof : 100% taped seams. Waterproof zipper. 2.5-layer membrane 10,000 mm.

Breathability : Breathable 2.5-layer membrane. RET=6.

Ventilation : Side zippers under arms for good air flow in the jacket.

Lightweight : Ultra-light, waterproof component: 7 oz in size S!

Compact design : Can be stored in chest pocket to take up minimal space in backpack.

Freedom of movement : Ergonomic cut for freedom of movement.