Powder Lite Ii Vest men's

Use:

• The Powder Lite™ II vest has been designed by Columbia to offer a versatile and lightweight warm solution, perfect as a mid-layer under a waterproof jacket in cold and wet climates, or as an outer layer in moderate cold and dry conditions.
• Perfect for outdoor activities such as light hiking, nature walks, or woodcutting, where freedom of movement in the arms and effective thermal protection in the torso are needed to maintain body heat.
• Its functional and modern design, combined with its lightness, makes it an excellent garment for daily use in urban environments during cold seasons, providing warmth and comfort without the bulk of a full jacket.
• Ideal for après-ski moments or after other intense winter activities, offering a comfortable and quick-to-put-on layer of warmth that does not restrict mobility while resting or socializing.
• Columbia has manufactured it thinking of the active man who seeks a packable and efficient garment, combining advanced heat retention technologies with a practical and durable design, capable of resisting light drizzles and the wear and tear of continued use.

Features:

• Omni-Heat™ reflective thermal lining: Small metallic dots strategically located on the inside reflect and retain the body heat generated by the user, offering a significant increase in warmth without adding excessive bulk and allowing optimal breathability to prevent overheating.
• Thermarator™ synthetic insulation: Provides a high level of warmth and excellent thermal retention capacity even when the garment is damp, mimicking the insulating properties of down but with superior performance in humid conditions and being a hypoallergenic and easy-care option.
• Water-repellent outer fabric with Omni-Shield™ technology: This advanced treatment applied to the outer fabric resists the absorption of light rain, snow, and splashes, keeping the user dry and the garment clean for longer, as it also helps repel stains.
• Lightweight design: Made to minimize the total weight of the garment, it facilitates its transport, whether worn or stored in a backpack, and its use as a mid-layer or outer layer, making it ideal for travel and activities where every gram counts.
• Zippered side pockets: Offer secure and easy-access storage for personal items such as keys, a mobile phone, or a compass, as well as providing a warm refuge for hands in cold climates.
• Interior security pocket: A discreet and protected compartment, located inside the vest, perfect for storing valuable items such as a wallet, important documents, or small electronic devices.
• Binding at collar, hem, and armholes: These elastic or fitted finishes on the edges of the garment help seal in body heat and prevent cold drafts from entering, significantly improving overall thermal comfort and the feeling of warmth.
• Adjustable hem with drawcord: Allows the user to customize the fit at the bottom of the vest, effectively blocking wind entry and optimizing body heat retention according to weather conditions and personal preferences.
• The durable water-repellent (DWR) treatment applied to the outer fabric is formulated without perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFA), persistent chemical compounds, which represents a more environmentally conscious choice.

Materials:

• Outer fabric: Storm-Lite DP II 100% polyester. This fabric is known for its remarkable durability and tear resistance, essential characteristics for outdoor garments. It is lightweight, which contributes to the overall comfort of the vest. Its finish, enhanced by Omni-Shield™ technology, gives it water and stain resistance properties without compromising breathability, effectively protecting against light drizzles and splashes and facilitating its cleaning.
• Lining: Omni-Heat™ reflective lining 100% polyester. This innovative lining patented by Columbia uses a pattern of small metallic dots to reflect and retain the body heat generated by the user. This technology increases the thermal efficiency of the garment by up to 20% compared to conventional linings, while its design allows excess heat and moisture to dissipate to maintain a comfortable and dry internal microclimate.
• Insulation: Thermarator™ 100% polyester. This advanced synthetic insulation has been designed to offer an excellent warmth-to-weight ratio, emulating the insulating capacity of natural down but with the crucial advantage of retaining heat even when wet. It is lightweight, highly compressible for easy packing, and wear-resistant, providing durable and reliable warmth in various weather conditions.

Environmental Certifications and Brand Sustainability Practices:

• PFA-free design: The product features a durable water-repellent (DWR) treatment that does not use perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFA), commonly known as "persistent chemicals". This practice reduces the product's environmental impact and the health risks associated with these compounds, offering a safer and more sustainable alternative.
• bluesign® System Partner: Columbia Sportswear is a partner of the bluesign® system, a global standard that ensures textile products are manufactured sustainably. This involves a focus on responsible chemical management, minimizing impact on natural resources (water, energy), consumer safety, reduction of air and water emissions, and worker health and safety throughout the supply chain.
• Restricted Substances List (RSL): The brand maintains and applies a rigorous Restricted Substances List, which goes beyond legal requirements in many cases. This list prohibits or limits the use of certain chemicals considered harmful in its products, in order to protect the health of consumers, workers, and the environment.
• Manufacturing Practices Standards (SMP): Columbia establishes and audits its own Manufacturing Practices Standards in all its supplier factories. These standards cover crucial aspects such as fair and safe working conditions, wages and working hours compliant with the law, prohibition of child and forced labor, and compliance with local and international environmental regulations.
• Supply chain assessment and continuous improvement programs: The brand uses internationally recognized tools such as the Higg Index (Facility Environmental Module - FEM) to assess the environmental impact of its factories, and the Social & Labor Converged Assessment Framework (SLCP) to verify and improve labor conditions. These programs promote transparency and continuous improvement in its value chain.
• Additionally, Columbia demonstrates its commitment to sustainability through its participation in various initiatives and programs such as: the ReThreads Program for recycling garments at the end of their useful life; support for worker empowerment projects like RISE (formerly HERproject); membership in the AFIRM Group for collaborative chemical management in the textile industry; participation in the Outdoor Industry Association (OIA) Climate Action Corps to address climate change; and the Apparel Impact Institute's (Aii) Clean by Design program focused on resource efficiency in production. The brand also promotes transparency by publishing its Supply Chain Transparency Statement (complying with California SB 657 and UK Modern Slavery Act) and using Open Supply Hub (OSH), and aligns with the UN Sustainable Development Goals (UN SDGs) and SASB reporting standards.
• Columbia supports various organizations and foundations dedicated to environmental conservation and social well-being, including the European Outdoor Conservation Association (EOCA), Planet Water Foundation, National Park Foundation, Conservation International, Captains For Clean Water, Ocean Conservancy, and Transition Projects, among others.