Outdry Extreme Wyldwood Shell women's

Use:

• Designed for hiking and outdoor activities in variable weather conditions, especially with rain.
• Offers high-performance waterproof and breathable protection to keep the user dry and comfortable.
• Its lightness and ability to be packed into its own pocket make it ideal for travel and adventures where space and weight are critical.
• Designed by Columbia for explorers seeking a reliable barrier against the elements without sacrificing mobility or comfort.
• Perfect for facing everything from unexpected drizzles to constant downpours, allowing activities to continue without interruption.

Features:

• OutDry™ EXTREME waterproof and breathable technology with fully sealed seams, offering the highest level of rain protection by placing the membrane on the exterior, preventing the fabric from saturating and maintaining breathability.
• OutDry™ EXTREME membrane made without environmentally harmful PFCsx, representing a more sustainable choice without compromising waterproof and breathable performance. (xNo deliberate use of PFCs in this product).
• 4-way stretch fabric that provides excellent freedom of movement, essential for dynamic activities like hiking.
• External taped seams, which reinforce waterproofness by preventing any water leakage through fabric joints.
• Fixed but peripherally adjustable hood, with a visor that diverts water to protect the face from rain and improve visibility.
• Abrasion-resistant chin guard, which prevents chafing and increases comfort when the zipper is fully closed.
• PU (polyurethane) coated center front zipper, which offers an additional barrier against water entry.
• Zippered side pockets, for secure storage of essential belongings during activity.
• Adjustable cuffs and adjustable drawcord hem, for a personalized seal against the elements and to prevent cold or rain entry.
• Drop tail back, offering greater coverage and protection in the lumbar and gluteal area.
• Easy to pack into the back pocket, making it easy to transport and a very practical garment to carry in a backpack.
• Reflective detail to improve visibility in low-light conditions, increasing safety.
• Center back length of 67.3 cm, providing adequate coverage.

Materials:

• Outer shell made with 100% recycled polyester, which contributes to waste reduction and the use of fewer virgin resources. This material is known for its durability, lightness, and quick-drying capacity, and when combined with OutDry™ Extreme technology, it acquires its waterproof and breathable properties directly on the outer membrane.

Eco-Certificates and Brand Sustainability Practices:

• OutDry™ Extreme ECO technology, which involves a waterproof and breathable membrane made without intentionally added PFCs (perfluorinated compounds), reducing the environmental impact of these persistent chemicals and offering a more sustainable alternative for weather protection.
• Made with 100% recycled polyester, using recovered materials for the main fabric, which reduces dependence on virgin resources and decreases the product's carbon footprint.
• Columbia is a bluesign® System Partner, meaning it collaborates with this standard to optimize sustainability in its textile supply chain, addressing chemical use, consumer safety, water and air emissions, and occupational health and safety.
• The brand adheres to a Restricted Substances List (RSL) to manage and limit the use of potentially harmful chemicals in its products, protecting consumers and the environment.
• Implementation of a Materials Traceability Program that allows tracking of used materials, such as recycled polyester, ensuring their origin and promoting transparency in the value chain.
• Application of Manufacturing Practice Standards (SMP) in its factories, which establish guidelines for product quality, safety, and ethical labor practices.
• Additionally, Columbia Sportswear participates in broader sustainability initiatives and programs such as the Higg Index (FEM to assess the environmental impact of factories), the Social & Labor Converged Assessment Framework (SLCP for social audits), is part of the AFIRM Group (chemical management), and is a member of the Outdoor Industry Association (OIA) Climate Action Corps and the Apparel Impact Institute (Aii) - Clean by Design Program, demonstrating a corporate commitment to continuous improvement in sustainability. It also supports transparency through the Transparency Pledge and the publication of its Supply Chain Transparency Statement, and aligns its efforts with the UN Sustainable Development Goals (UN SDGs) and uses tools like Open Supply Hub (OSH). The brand may use solution dyeing processes (Dope Dye) in some of its products to significantly reduce water and energy use compared to traditional dyeing methods.
• The brand also collaborates with various foundations and organizations dedicated to conservation and social welfare, such as the European Outdoor Conservation Association (EOCA), Planet Water Foundation, National Park Foundation, Conservation International, Captains For Clean Water, Ocean Conservancy, UK National Parks, and Transition Projects, in addition to supporting programs like RISE (formerly HERproject) and the Collegiate Outdoor Recreation Program.