Types of Insulated Jackets
- Categories:Clothing Industry Knowledge
- Author:lucas
- Origin:
- Time of issue:2021-08-26 15:44
- Views:
Types of Insulated Jackets
- Categories:Clothing Industry Knowledge
- Author:lucas
- Origin:
- Time of issue:2021-08-26 15:44
- Views:
What exactly does it mean for a jacket to have insulation? Well, that depends on what kind of jacket you’re talking about. We’ll break it down into four basic categories.
Lightweight Puffies: These jackets enclose insulation in a lightweight shell (usually a low-dernier nylon) that features a DWR (durable water repellent) treatment to shed light precipitation. They can stand alone insulation-wise on a cold day, or they can be worn under your shell in place of a standard midlayer. For less weight and bulk than a fleece, you can get much more insulation out of a relatively thin layer of down or synthetic insulation. The only real disadvantage is that they won’t insulate as well as fleece if you get them soaked, but that’s pretty hard to do if you have a high-quality shell.
‘Hybrid’ Jackets: Jackets in this relatively new category feature a combination of quilted insulated panels in key areas balanced with fleece or stretch material in the arms, sides, and, occasionally, across the back. This combination of materials makes the jacket easier to layer over and more comfortable in highly aerobic activities, but still offers the benefit of down or synthetic insulation around your core.
Insulated Ski and Snowboard Jackets: If you ride in ultra-cold weather on a regular basis, or just don’t want to mess around with a bunch of layers, then an insulated ski or snowboard jacket is the ticket. The amount of insulation runs the range from just enough that you don’t need that second midlayer to so big and puffy that you’ll roast with anything but a T-shirt underneath. What you choose depends on how cold it gets in your neck of the woods. One thing these jackets all share in common is a waterproof breathable shell to protect the insulation inside from the elements. The quality and effectiveness of this fabric can vary substantially; you should choose your insulated garment based on the conditions you anticipate riding in.
Insulated Parkas: These giant puffy jackets go on over everything you’re wearing, including your shell jacket. Climbers call them belay jackets because they’re generally used only when they need to stop and belay, but they’re also really useful for rest breaks on backcountry ski tours, winter camping, ice fishing, or any other time it’s going to be super cold.
Insulated Casual Jackets: Ski days and expeditions aren’t the only times you need to stay warm. In many places, an insulating casual jacket is a winter necessity. A lightweight midlayer puffy will often suffice, but these usually have thin face fabric that can snag easily and doesn’t hold up to serious cold, precipitation, or wind. If you do a lot of walking or attend outdoor events in the winter, a more wind- and water-resistant insulated jacket will serve you well; a longer jacket will keep you from freezing your cheeks off when you’re standing in a long line or trekking to the train station.
More news
Hengjue takes quality as the first priority and looks forward to cooperating with you.
Add: No.6,North Huancheng Road,Qingliang Town,Yongtai County,Fuzhou,Fujian,China
Tel: 0086-591-83741346
E-mail: hl10@henglonggarment.com