What is the Norrona Women's Falketind Warm2 Octa Vest?
The Norrona Falketind warm2 Octa Vest is a versatile technical fleece for outdoor adventures and active pursuits. It's a lightweight mid-layer that works well for mountaineering, trekking, and ski touring. Ideal for three-season use, it keeps you comfortable in various outdoor conditions while offering the right balance of warmth, breathability and wind resistance.
What is it made of?
The vest's main fabric is warm2 Octa bonded fabric. This material is designed to provide lightweight insulation, meaning it keeps you warm without feeling bulky. It's also great at drawing sweat away from your body, so you stay more dry and comfortable when you're active.
The outer layer of this fabric is made from a soft, fine-knit, 100% recycled polyester. It feels smooth to the touch and is wind-resistant, so it helps shield you from chilly gusts. Additionally, it has a PFC-free DWR (Durable Water Repellent) treatment. DWR is a coating that makes the fabric water-resistant, meaning light rain or snow will bead up and roll off the vest rather than soaking in, keeping you drier for longer.
By using a PFC-free DWR treatment, the vest provides water resistance without relying on harmful chemicals like perfluorooctanoic acid (PFOA) and perfluorooctane sulfonate (PFOS). These substances, commonly found in traditional water-repellent treatments, are persistent in the environment and can accumulate in water sources, wildlife, and human bodies over time. They are linked to various health and environmental issues, including toxicity to aquatic life and potential health risks like hormone disruption and other adverse effects. The PFC-free DWR treatment ensures water resistance while reducing the environmental impact and contributing to a safer environment.
Inside the vest, there's a multi-channel Octa construction. This liner not only makes the vest more breathable but also helps regulate your body temperature. When you're working hard, this inner structure allows excess heat to escape quickly, preventing you from overheating.
For areas like the back and underarms, where ventilation and flexibility are even more important, the vest uses a stretchy warm1 fabric. This lighter-weight material (170 gr/m²) is made with 70% recycled polyester. This fabric is explicitly designed for breathability and moisture transport, so it helps manage sweat and keeps you comfortable when you're on the move.
Features:
This vest is all about features that enhance comfort, convenience, and movement during your outdoor activities.
It has a practical chest pocket and two hand pockets, perfect for keeping all your essentials close at hand—your phone, keys, snacks, or any small item you want quick access to.
Plus, the pockets' placement makes it easy to grab what you need on the go without having to rummage through your pack.
The vest's tailored technical fit ensures a close yet comfortable feel against your body, providing great freedom of movement. Its Y-cut design is all about flexibility. Whether hiking, biking, or simply on the move, the vest doesn't feel restrictive, making sure you can stretch, reach, and stay active without any limits.
Another feature is the longer back cut. This extended hem provides extra coverage, which is handy when bending, reaching, or even sitting down. It ensures that your lower back stays protected from the cold, preventing that uncomfortable feeling of exposure when you're in motion.
Carrying a backpack can sometimes lead to discomfort if seams press against your shoulders. The vest has seamless shoulders to prevent chafing and irritation, making it comfortable to wear, even on longer adventures.
What are its features?
- Chest pocket
- Two hand pockets
- Breathable Warm2 Octa fabric
- A technical fit with Y-cut
- Longer back for extra coverage
- Seam-free shoulders