This is the perfect winter jacket for those days when you wouldn't dream of taking out your precious down jacket for fear of it getting soaked. It is a reliable and versatile high-performance winter jacket that will cope with the worst that mother nature can throw at it.
Rab has filled the Valiance with 191g of 700FP Recycled Down with Nikwax Fluorocarbon-Free Hydrophobic Finish. This high-quality and sustainable insulation has a very impressive 700-fill power and is controlled throughout the garment with a bonded narrow box-wall construction. The innovative bonded baffles create a much smoother outer that sheds rain better than traditionally stitched baffles, the water cannot soak into the stitching as there isn't any. Bonding the baffles also reduces weight and improves the appearance of the jacket by creating a flatter finish. Every cluster of down is treated with Nikwax products to make them perform better in damp conditions. Although Hydrophobic down is not waterproof it dries much faster, absorbs less water and retains loft far better than untreated down. The Valiance Jacket has a completely waterproof shell, thanks to the 30D Pertex® Shield outer layer, this keeps out water and moisture and all seams are taped. Not only this but the jacket is highly breathable, so you can use this super warm jacket for mountain activities in extreme conditions or just as an everyday warm winter coat. To further enhance the wet weather performance of this brilliant Jacket Rab has also used synthetic insulation in the hood and cuffs; these are the areas that are prone to wetting out from wind-blown rain and snow or wet hair and sweat. The synthetic filling will continue to insulate even when soaked and resists repeated compression. The cuffs have a hook and loop adjustment to allow for a more comfortable and personalised feel. The two YKK Aquaguard zippered hand pockets keep your items safe and dry, whilst an internal zippered pocket provides secure storage for valuables. The easily adjustable hood provides extra coverage when you need it most and a stuff sack helps you pack down the jacket for easy carrying.
