Very popular and used by sportsmen and professionals, softshell jackets are light, flexible, waterproof and warm at the same time. Here are the reason why is it THE perfect jacket for all outdoor activities.

What is a "softshell"?

The word "softshell" is one of the Anglicisms that have become fashionable in recent years and can literally be translated in French as "coquille molle" or "coquille souple". But what exactly is behind this strange word?

The softshell jacket or simply "the softshell" is an essential of work or sportswear. More waterproof than a fleece, more breathable than a rain jacket, it can be used in a wide range of weather conditions.

A little bit of technique

The softshell uses the 3-layer technique, i.e. it consists of a layer to wick away transpiration, a layer to provide warmth and a layer to protect against the elements.

To ease your understanding...  

Very popular and used by sportsmen and professionals, softshell jackets are light, flexible, waterproof and warm at the same time. Here are the reason why is it THE perfect jacket for all outdoor activities.

What is a "softshell"?

The word "softshell" is one of the Anglicisms that have become fashionable in recent years and can literally be translated in French as "coquille molle" or "coquille souple". But what exactly is behind this strange word?

The softshell jacket or simply "the softshell" is an essential of work or sportswear. More waterproof than a fleece, more breathable than a rain jacket, it can be used in a wide range of weather conditions.

A little bit of technique

The softshell uses the 3-layer technique, i.e. it consists of a layer to wick away transpiration, a layer to provide warmth and a layer to protect against the elements.

To ease your understanding...  

LAYER 1: BREATHABLE

In direct contact with your skin, its role is to keep your skin dry to prevent you from getting cold. This layer is said to be "breathable" in order to encourage the evacuation of transpiration and to dry quickly.

LAYER 2: INSULATING

Intermediate layer, its role is to retain your body heat and insulate you from the cold.

LAYER 3: PROTECTIVE

In direct contact with the outside, it is windproof and waterproof to avoid heat loss and prevent outside moisture from infiltrating. Its secondary role is also to wick away the transpiration transferred by the first two layers.

LAYER 1: BREATHABLE

In direct contact with your skin, its role is to keep your skin dry to prevent you from getting cold. This layer is said to be "breathable" in order to encourage the evacuation of transpiration and to dry quickly.

LAYER 2: INSULATING

Intermediate layer, its role is to retain your body heat and insulate you from the cold.

LAYER 3: PROTECTIVE

In direct contact with the outside, it is windproof and waterproof to avoid heat loss and prevent outside moisture from infiltrating. Its secondary role is also to wick away the transpiration transferred by the first two layers.

Its advantages

A jacket that breathes

A softshell jacket is by definition highly breathable, in fact it is one of its main qualities. It offers protection against the wind and at the same time ensures that transpiration is properly wicked away. 

Water resistance

Softshells offer water resistance that can keep you dry in light to moderate rainfall. They are made of a water-repellent fabric. However, they are generally not waterproof in heavy rainfall that eventually soaks the fabric. It's preferable to opt for a rain jacket in this case.

Incomparable comfort

The softshell jacket is characterised above all by its comfort. Stretchy thanks to its stretch materials, it provides an autonomy of movement particularly pleasant for sports or professional activities. In contrast to a rigid rain jacket, you enjoy fantastic mobility with it. In addition, with a windproof, water-repellent outer material and a lined interior, the softshell jacket guarantees you a pleasant temperature in cool or cold weather.

In conclusion, resistant to wind and light showers, breathable, warm and comfortable. A nice cocktail that will allow you to fully enjoy the long hours you will spend outdoors.

So, seduced by the softshell ?

Discover our range of softshells. They can all be personalised with the logo of your company/club:

Its advantages

A jacket that breathes

A softshell jacket is by definition highly breathable, in fact it is one of its main qualities. It offers protection against the wind and at the same time ensures that transpiration is properly wicked away. 

Water resistance

Softshells offer water resistance that can keep you dry in light to moderate rainfall. They are made of a water-repellent fabric. However, they are generally not waterproof in heavy rainfall that eventually soaks the fabric. It's preferable to opt for a rain jacket in this case.

Incomparable comfort

The softshell jacket is characterised above all by its comfort. Stretchy thanks to its stretch materials, it provides an autonomy of movement particularly pleasant for sports or professional activities. In contrast to a rigid rain jacket, you enjoy fantastic mobility with it. In addition, with a windproof, water-repellent outer material and a lined interior, the softshell jacket guarantees you a pleasant temperature in cool or cold weather.

In conclusion, resistant to wind and light showers, breathable, warm and comfortable. A nice cocktail that will allow you to fully enjoy the long hours you will spend outdoors.

So, seduced by the softshell ?

Discover our range of softshells. They can all be personalised with the logo of your company/club: