Women’s Warm Hiking Fleece - SH500

Just like animal fur or plumage, the brushed interior of this fleece traps air to keep the heat in. Cuffs at the ends of the sleeves also prevent cold air from getting inside to ensure thermal comfort outdoors.

Fleece fabric with synthetic fibres to reproduce the performance of wool: warmth, thermal insulation yet still lightweight. It is soft, comfortable, dries quickly and lets the skin to breathe.

Our products are subjected to strict quality checks to validate their durability. They are tested for their resistance to pilling, discolouration and frequent washing. The Martindale test checks resistance to abrasion, exposing a sample of fabric to continuous rubbing.

The cut and stretch fabric of this fleece provide ideal ease of movement for hiking on snow.With its zip pockets to keep your belongings safe and your hands warm, as well as its cosy hood, it’s ideal for facing the cold at high altitudes.

To face winter, follow the 3-layer principle:1) Technical and breathable base layer.2) Sweater or fleece for warmth and moisture transfer.3) Jacket for protection against bad weather.Make sure it is all breathable to evacuate humidity.

To machine wash your fleece without damaging it, choose a 40° max. programme. Turn it inside out and make sure that all pockets are done up. Don't spin it on a cycle above 1000 rpm to protect the fabric. Do not tumble dry.

A product's environmental impact is calculated over its entire life cycle using various indicators.A score from A to E is produced to help you make a responsible choice.This rating is used to easily identify the products with the best environmental performance.This is done by making a comparison between products of the same family (e.g. backpacks).Decathlon is a voluntary supporter of this environmentally-friendly labelling approach.