Outdry Extreme Wyldwood Rain Pant women's

Use:

• Designed for hiking and trekking in adverse weather conditions, where rain and humidity are constant, ensuring the female adventurer stays dry and comfortable.
• Ideal for a wide range of outdoor activities such as light mountaineering, camping, or exploring natural environments where waterproof protection is essential.
• Their construction with 4-way stretch fabric and articulated knees makes them perfect for activities requiring great freedom of movement and agility.
• Thanks to their ability to be packed into their own back pocket, they are an excellent option for travel and expeditions where space is limited and a reliable emergency rain garment is needed.
• Manufactured by Columbia with the intention of offering a durable, high-performance solution against the elements, combining advanced waterproof and breathable technologies with a functional and sustainable design for the adventurous woman.

Features:

• OutDry™ EXTREME technology, which provides exceptional waterproofing and breathability by having the membrane on the outside, preventing the fabric from becoming saturated with water and maintaining the garment's lightness even in heavy rain.
• Fully sealed seams with external seam tape for complete waterproof protection, preventing water ingress even in the most extreme conditions and at the most vulnerable points.
• Constructed with 4-way stretch fabric that offers optimal freedom of movement and flexibility, adapting to body movements during activity.
• Adjustable waistband with drawstring and partially elasticated for a secure, personalized, and comfortable fit that adapts to different body types.
• Articulated knees with sewn pleats that enhance mobility and comfort by allowing natural, unrestricted flexion, crucial on uneven terrain.
• Zippered hand pockets and a zippered back pocket for secure storage of personal items and small essential accessories during your route.
• Adjustable leg hems with drawstring for a tight seal around boots, preventing the entry of dirt, water, or snow and enhancing protection.
• Packable into the back pocket, making it easy to transport and store when not in use, ideal for carrying in a backpack as an emergency layer.
• Reflective details that increase visibility in low-light conditions, improving safety during dawn, dusk, or foggy activities.
• 3/4 length leg zippers that allow for easy on and off, even with boots on, and offer additional ventilation if needed.

Materials:

• Shell: 100% Recycled Polyester. This material not only contributes to sustainability by reusing resources, reducing reliance on virgin polyester and the associated environmental impact, but it also serves as the base for the application of OutDry™ EXTREME technology, offering durability and resistance.
• OutDry™ EXTREME membrane technology: Unlike traditional 2 or 3-layer waterproofing systems, this patented Columbia technology fuses a waterproof and highly breathable membrane directly onto the outer layer of the fabric. This eliminates the space between layers where water could accumulate, ensuring the pants remain lightweight and dry on the outside (no "wetting out" effect), maintaining breathability even in persistent rain. The outer membrane is also highly abrasion-resistant.
• Fabric properties: In addition to being waterproof and breathable thanks to OutDry™ EXTREME, the recycled polyester used offers 4-way stretch, which facilitates movement and increases comfort during dynamic activities. It is a robust fabric designed to withstand the typical abrasion of hiking and contact with nature; although specific deniers are not specified, its construction is designed for durability in mountain activities.

Eco-certifications and Brand Sustainability Practices:

• Made with 100% Recycled Polyester in the shell: The use of recycled polyester reduces dependence on virgin resources, decreases energy consumption and emissions compared to virgin polyester, contributing to a smaller environmental footprint for the product.
• bluesign® System Partner: Columbia is a bluesign® system partner, which implies a commitment to responsible chemical management, efficient use of resources (water, energy), and consumer and worker safety in the textile supply chain. This ensures that products are manufactured with the lowest possible environmental and social impact.
• Standards of Manufacturing Practices (SMP): The brand implements its own standards to ensure that products are manufactured responsibly, covering social and environmental aspects in its factories and suppliers.
• Restricted Substances List (RSL): Columbia maintains a list of restricted substances to ensure its products are safe for consumers and minimize the environmental impact of chemicals used in their production.
• OutDry™ Extreme ECO: Although this specific pant uses OutDry™ Extreme with recycled polyester, the brand has also developed OutDry™ Extreme ECO technology, which represents its most sustainable waterproof and breathable membrane, made without intentionally added PFCs and with recycled materials, showing the brand's direction towards more ecological innovations.
• ReThreads Program: A Columbia initiative that promotes the circularity of its products, encouraging customers to return used clothing and footwear for reuse or recycling, extending the lifespan of materials and reducing waste.
• Additionally, Columbia participates in various industry sustainability initiatives and programs, such as the Higg Index (FEM to assess the environmental impact of factories), SLCP (to converge on social and labor audits), AFIRM Group (for chemical management), OIA Climate Action Corps (for climate action), and supports conservation and outdoor access projects through partnerships with the National Park Foundation, European Outdoor Conservation Association (EOCA), and other organizations. It also commits to transparency in its supply chain (Transparency Pledge, publication of modern slavery statements) and aligns with the UN Sustainable Development Goals.