Rapid Expedition Ii Full Zip Fleece men's

This elegant fleece jacket, designed for the active man, combines warmth, functionality, and versatile style. Crafted by Columbia, it is a garment designed for comfort both in outdoor adventures and in everyday urban life, standing out for its practical zippered pockets and a commitment to more sustainable manufacturing practices, such as its design without intentionally added PFAs.

Use:

• Designed to offer versatility in outdoor activities, such as hiking and walking, providing a light and comfortable warm layer.
• Suitable for urban and everyday use, thanks to its elegant and functional design that allows it to be worn comfortably around the city in various moderate weather conditions.
• Made to provide comfort and warmth, either as a mid-layer under a jacket in cold climates or as an outer layer in milder conditions.
• Designed with zippered pockets for a practical storage solution, ideal for securely storing personal items during any activity.
• The Columbia brand has developed this fleece as a reliable option that combines style, performance and a focus on sustainability, as demonstrated by its design without intentionally added PFAs.

Features:

• Zippered chest pocket, which offers a secure and easily accessible space to store small valuables such as keys, cards, or a mobile phone.
• Zippered side pockets, that provide additional secure storage for hands or for carrying other personal items, keeping them protected thanks to the zipper closure.
• Design without intentionally added PFAs (Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances), using a durable water-repellent treatment that repels water in a more environmentally conscious way.
• Active Fit, a body-skimming cut to promote mobility and comfort during dynamic activities.
• Full front zipper closure, allowing for easy ventilation adjustment and making it easy to put on and take off the garment.
• High collar for greater protection and warmth in the neck area.

Materials:

• Main fabric: 100% polyester microfleece. This synthetic material is recognized for its ability to provide efficient warmth with a light weight. Polyester gives the garment good durability, resistance to wrinkles and shrinkage. Its microfleece finish is characterized by fine, dense fibers that result in a soft texture to the touch and effective body heat retention, as well as offering quick-drying and moisture-wicking properties. (Information on specific grammage, deniers or other technical details of the fabric is not provided by the source).

Eco-certifications and Brand Sustainability Practices:

• Formulated without intentionally added PFAs: This product features a durable water-repellent treatment designed without the use of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAs), contributing to the reduction of the environmental impact of these persistent compounds.
• bluesign® System Partner: Columbia Sportswear is a bluesign® system partner, collaborating with suppliers who meet rigorous standards for safe and environmentally responsible textile production, focused on resource management and consumer protection.
• Standards of Manufacturing Practices (SMP): The brand applies its SMPs to promote fair, safe working conditions and environmentally responsible behavior in its supply chain factories.
• Restricted Substances List (RSL): Columbia adheres to a Restricted Substances List to manage and limit the use of potentially harmful chemicals in its products, ensuring safety and environmental protection.
• Materials Traceability Program: Columbia has programs to trace the origin of its materials, which may include polyester, promoting transparency and responsibility in its supply chain.
• xxAdditional Corporate Sustainability Initiativesxx: The brand is part of various industry alliances and supports environmental and social improvement projects through its participation in: Higg Index (Facility Environmental Module - FEM) to assess the environmental performance of factories; Social & Labor Converged Assessment Framework (SLCP) for efficient labor audits; AFIRM Group for chemical management; Outdoor Industry Association (OIA) Climate Action Corps for climate action; and Apparel Impact Institute (Aii) with its Clean by Design program for resource efficiency in production.
• Commitment to Transparency and Ethical Practices: Columbia demonstrates its commitment to transparency by publishing its Supply Chain Transparency Statement (complying with California SB 657 and UK Modern Slavery Act), adherence to SASB reporting standards, and the use of Open Supply Hub (OSH). It also adheres to the AAFA & FLA Apparel & Footwear Industry Commitment to Responsible Recruitment, supports programs like RISE (formerly HERproject) for women's empowerment, and some of its supplier factories have Fair Trade Certification and participate in the Carbon Leadership Project.
• xxEnvironmental Conservation and Resource Efficiencyxx: The company invests in Green-e® Certified Renewable Energy Certificates (RECs), is a member of the European Outdoor Conservation Association (EOCA), and collaborates with multiple foundations such as Planet Water Foundation, National Park Foundation (USA), Conservation International, Captains For Clean Water, and Ocean Conservancy. The ReThreads Program promotes product circularity.
• Alignment with Global Goals and Community Support: Columbia's sustainability efforts are aligned with the UN Sustainable Development Goals (UN SDGs) and the company supports Transition Projects, the Collegiate Outdoor Recreation Program, and through its group, initiatives like Leave No Trace (through the Mountain Hardwear brand).