This poncho, created and tested in the French Alps, lets you hike in any weather. Cut to provide freedom of movement.

Fit and sizing information

The fit is suitable for hikers between:- 1.57 m and 1.73 m in height for size S/M- 1.74 m and 1.90 m in height for size L/XLThe hood is tightened with a drawstring and a rip-tab at the back.

Additional recommended products

To complete your protection, we recommend a pair of waterproof trousers, such as: MEN'S OR WOMEN'S BLACK WATERPROOF COUNTRY WALKING NH500 PROTECT on our website

Care

Use a waterproof spray or wash-in product to restore the water repellent property of the fabric and optimise the performance of your garment throughout its lifetime.

Waterproofing of the garment

this garment has been validated in a shower test under 12 cm rain for 2 hours. This test reproduces the average conditions of a rain shower in the mountains.

Component breathability

Our range of rain ponchos and capes does not have breathable waterproof membranes. We therefore recommend this product when you walk at a gentle relaxed pace rather than a fast hike, in order to reduce sweating!

Component water resistance

A fabric is water repellent when it allows water slide over its surface without seeping in.This prevents the fabric from soaking up water and keeps it lightweight, warm and breathable.The water repellent property is achieved by treating the fabric's exterior.This treatment needs to be renewed throughout the lifetime of the garment (every 3 washes).All the ponchos and capes have a water-repellent treatment.

Component water resistance

A fabric is water repellent when it allows water slide over its surface without seeping in.This prevents the fabric from soaking up water and keeps it lightweight, warm and breathable.The water repellent property is achieved by treating the fabric's exterior.This treatment needs to be renewed throughout the lifetime of the garment (every 3 washes).All the Forclaz ponchos and capes have a water repellent treatment.

Water repellent feature of the component

A fabric is water repellent when it allows water slide over its surface without seeping in. This prevents the fabric from soaking up water and keeps it lightweight, warm and breathable. The water repellent property is achieved by treating the fabric's exterior. This treatment needs to be renewed throughout the lifetime of the garment (every 3 washes).All the Forclaz ponchos and capes have a water repellent treatment.

This poncho is perfect for hiking in any weather providing freedom of movement and quick protection from sudden showers. Taking up minimal space it will keep you dry for the long haul.

This poncho created and tested in the French Alps lets you hike in any weather. Cut to provide freedom of movement.