Columbia Hike Half Zip Ii men's

Use:

• Perfect as a versatile mid-layer for hiking and trekking adventures, both on and off the trail.
• Ideal for hikes and outdoor activities where breathability and moisture management are required.
• Designed to offer daily comfort thanks to its breathable fabric and its sweat-wicking capability.
• Its half-zip design allows for adaptable ventilation according to conditions and activity level.
• Made by Columbia for hikers seeking a technical garment that combines performance and comfort on the move.

Features:

• Omni-Wick™ Technology: Excellent moisture-wicking capability that draws moisture away from the body to keep the user dry and cool during physical activity, facilitating rapid evaporation.
• Zippered chest pocket: Features a woven fabric overlay for increased durability and wear resistance, ideal for securely storing small items.
• Zippered side pockets: Allow for secure and accessible storage of personal items during hikes or daily use.
• Front half-zip: Offers versatility for regulating ventilation, allowing adaptation to changes in temperature and exertion level.
• Center back length: 71.1 cm (28.0 inches), providing adequate coverage for hiking activities.
• PFAS-free design: This product has been manufactured without the intentional use of perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) in its durable water repellent (DWR) finish, contributing to a lower environmental impact.
• Active Fit: Body-skimming fit that doesn't restrict movement, designed to optimize mobility during dynamic activities.

Materials:

• Main fabric: 100% Polyester Smooth Face Fleece. This material is known for its softness, lightweight warmth, and quick-drying properties. Polyester offers durability and wear resistance, as well as good moisture management, complementing the Omni-Wick™ technology. Its smooth face structure reduces friction with other layers and gives it a technical look. Deniers, thickness, or exact fabric weight in g/m² are not specified.

Eco-Certifications and Brand Sustainability Practices:

• Columbia is a bluesign® system partner, meaning it is committed to applying safer and more sustainable textile production principles, minimizing environmental impact and optimizing resource use in the supply chain for products like this fleece.
• The brand complies with its Restricted Substances List (RSL), ensuring that this product is free from identified harmful chemicals, protecting consumer health and the environment.
• The manufacturing of this product is governed by Columbia's Standards of Manufacturing Practices (SMP), which establish guidelines for fair, safe, and healthy working conditions, as well as environmental management in its partner factories.
• As a member of the AFIRM Group, Columbia collaborates on the management and reduction of hazardous chemicals in the textile industry's supply chain, which is reflected in the chemical safety of this fleece.
• Additionally, Columbia participates in initiatives such as the Higg Index (FEM) to assess and improve the environmental performance of factories, and the Social & Labor Converged Assessment Framework (SLCP) for labor audits. The brand is also part of the Outdoor Industry Association (OIA) Climate Action Corps and collaborates with the Apparel Impact Institute (Aii) on programs like Clean by Design. Its commitment to transparency is evidenced through the Transparency Pledge, the publication of its Supply Chain Transparency Statement, and the use of Open Supply Hub. The brand also aligns its efforts with the UN Sustainable Development Goals, supports various foundations and conservation and outdoor access projects, and offsets part of its energy consumption by purchasing Green-e® certified Renewable Energy Certificates (RECs).