Skar Light Windbreaker Jacket Women
Overview
Made for
- Hiking
Details
Sizes: XS-XL (XXS-XXL in Black and Light Jade Green/Dark Jade Green)
Fit: Regular fit. The fit of this garment was developed specially for use with layered clothing. This means it offers good freedom of movementt, even over mid-layer garments.
Weight: 150 g (Size S)
Fiber Content: 100% Polyamide (Recycled)
Fabric details: Wind resistant and water repellent fabric in 100% recycled polyamide with PFAS free water repellency. High breathability and quick drying. Low weight and minimal packing volume. Saving energy and fossil resources by re-using material waste from production. PFAS free DWR treatment: Avoiding harmful chemicals for water-repellent finishing. For more information on materials and technologies, click the “technology” tab.
Skar is our core range of functional and versatile outdoor jackets. The line is designed to do the trick either either you go hiking in the mountains or walking your dog in the neighborhood. By choosing Skar, you choose genuine Bergans quality. Proven materials and technologies are there to protect you when you enjoy nature, no matter where or how you do it.
Hood: Fixed hood with one-hand cord adjustment in front. Lightweight, stiffened brim.
Pockets: Zippered hand pockets in mesh for optimum ventilation.
Ventilation: Pockets in mesh for optimum ventilation.
Additional features: Velcro cuff adjustment. Flap behind front zipper. Articulated elbow section for excellent freedom of movement. No shoulder and side seams for less friction and chafing. One-hand elastic drawstring at hem. Extended back panel. Regular fit.
Materials and Certifications
- PFAS-free
- Recycled Polyamide
- PFAS-free
- Recycled Polyamide
PFAS-free
Bergans products with water-repellent functionality have no intentionally added PFAS in the surface treatment. PFAS (per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances) are a large group of chemicals that have traditionally been widely used in water-repellent DWR (Durable Water Repellent) treatments. The treatment causes water and dirt to bead up and roll off the surface rather than penetrate the fabric. PFAS break down very slowly in the environment and are therefore often referred to as “forever chemicals”. They can accumulate over time, both in the environment and in living organisms, and several PFAS compounds have been shown to pose a risk to human health and the environment. Since 2016, Bergans has been actively working to phase out PFAS-containing substances from our products and replace them with PFAS-free treatments. All membranes we use are already PFAS-free. The water-repellent performance of the outer fabric will gradually diminish with use. As a result, the outer fabric may absorb more moisture, which can reduce breathability and comfort – even though the garment remains waterproof. To maintain the garment’s performance over time, we recommend regular washing and re-impregnate when needed. Read more about how to wash and re-impregnate your garment here.
Recycled Polyamide
Our aim is to steadily increase the use of recycled materials in all our products and we continuously work to utilize more and more new fabrics containing recycled raw materials. We currently use different types of recycled polyamide fabrics in products such as down garments as well as shell garments.
Polyamide, sometimes also referred to as Nylon, normally uses fossil resources for its production. By re-using existing material streams we can save fossil resources and reduce the energy demand and therefore climate emissions, as well as water used for production.
We know from studies we have conducted on our products together with an independent environmental consultancy that the use of recycled materials can significantly lower the environmental and climate impact of products compared to using new materials.
One example is a recycled polyamide fabric we use for shell garments, where CO2 emissions can be reduced by 76 %, while the amount of waste water is reduced by 84 % -compared to the production of new virgin polyamide. This can simply be done by re-using fabric waste from production. The result is a super high functional fabric, which delivers in terms of sustainability as well.
The most common raw material for the production of recycled polyamide is waste material from textile production (so-called pre-consumer material). The need for pure and clean raw material streams is the reason why used textiles most often are not recycled at the end of their life – yet. Too many different material inputs and a composition of different fiber and material types makes recycling difficult. This is one of the biggest challenges for textile industry in the future: To ensure that garments can be recycled to new textile fibers and that the loop for a real circular flow of textiles is closed.
Size and fit guide
Regular fit
Standard, classic fit. It doesn't stand out as either tight-fitting or loose.
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How to measure
A - Bust: Measured with arms hanging straight down by your sides. If you're buying a jacket/top, this is the most important measurement.
B - Waist: Measured at the narrowest point.
C - Hips: Measured at the widest point. If you're buying pants/bottoms, this is the most important measurement.
E - Sleeve length: Measure from the shoulder, over the elbow, to the wrist with the arm slightly bent.
It can be difficult to measure yourself properly, so it's a good idea to get help from someone else. Tip: If you don't have a measuring tape, you can use a piece of thread or string, and then measure it with a ruler afterward.
In cases where the chart shows different sizes fitting different parts of the body, which is very common, you are the best person to decide which priority to give. It's also important to consider whether you prefer a slim or loose fit if you're between two sizes.