What is the Valiance Jacket?
The Valiance Jacket is a waterproof down jacket ideal for everyday casual use or hill walking at the weekend in cold, damp conditions, where warmth and weather protection are equally important. It combines Pertex® Shield and 700FP down to deliver the best of both worlds, allowing it to be both warm and waterproof.
This updated construction focuses on improved repairability and durability, helping to extend the jacket's lifespan over time.
Materials & Technology
Pertex® Shield 2-Layer Fabric
For waterproof protection, the jacket uses 2-layer, 40D Pertex® Shield, which is a highly breathable, waterproof fabric designed for use in the mountains when protection, weight and breathability are key.
This 2-layer waterproof material combines a durable 40D face fabric with a waterproof, windproof and breathable Pertex® membrane, for reliable protection when the weather's not playing ball.
Pertex® Shield delivers a hydrostatic head rating of 20,000mm and a breathability MVTR score of 20,000 g/m2/24hrs, meaning it offers great waterproof protection and breathability for various outdoor activities. The jacket feels soft, packable and noticeably quieter than a traditional shell jacket, making it exceptionally comfortable to wear.
The face fabric is finished with a PFC-Free DWR (durable water repellent) coating to encourage rain to bead off the jacket instead of soaking in, without the use of harmful forever chemicals.
700 Fill Power Hydrophobic Down
For warmth, the jacket is filled with 205g of 700FP recycled down with Grangers hydrophobic finish for maximum loft (fluffiness) and warmth. This recycled down is made from a mix of different types of reclaimed down, creating a unique, much more responsible type of insulation.
If you're a little unsure about what down actually is, it is made up of clusters of tiny feather strands that trap heat. As the down lofts (fluffs up) it can trap more warmth than if it were to be compacted into a small space. Most down insulation comes from ducks and geese, and Rab's recycled down uses a mixture of both.
Grangers Down Defend®
The down is treated with a Grangers fluorocarbon-free Hydrophobic finish called Grangers Down Defend®. This hydrophobic down treatment is bluesign® approved and helps keep down lofted in damp conditions. It gives the down over 375x more durability than untreated down, extending the lifespan of your jacket.
Features and Functionality
Insulated Hood
A cosy, fully insulated hood provides shelter from the elements, whilst its two-way adjustment system allows you to optimise the fit around the head, ready for when the heavens start to open.
Updated Stitch-Through Baffle Construction
The main update to the Valiance Jacket is the upgraded stitch-through baffles. This new construction is essentially a micro-baffle down jacket, with a waterproof 2-layer Pertex® Shield jacket over the top. By switching to traditional stitch-through baffles, Rab has increased the durability and longevity of the baffles without impacting their performance, ensuring the jacket is both easy to care for and repairable in the future.
Weather-Protective Front Zip
The jacket is fastened with a YKK® VISLON® AquaGuard® front zip with an insulated zip baffle. This combination helps reduce heat loss through the front of the jacket, whilst preventing rain or wind from entering through the zip.
Practical Pocket Layout
For storage, you'll find two zipped hand pockets and a concealed zipper chest pocket offering ample storage for your daily essentials such as gloves, snacks and a beanie. The internal chest pocket provides a safe home for more valuable items such as a mobile phone, helping to protect them from the battery-draining cold weather.
Internal Stretch Cuffs and Adjustable Hem
Internal elasticated cuffs and a dual-sided adjustable bottom hem help seal in warmth to prevent cold winds from entering the jacket, improving comfort in cold, exposed conditions.
Key Features
- 2-layer Pertex® Shield for added protection in unpredictable weather
- Stitch-through baffle construction for increased down loft and optimised heat retention
- 2-point hood, perfect for less extreme conditions or when every gram matters
- Close-fitting neck baffle to seal in the warmth and reduce draught
- YKK® VISLON® AquaGuard® front zip with insulated zip baffle
- 2 YKK® zipped hand pockets
- 1 internal zipped pocket
- Internal soft stretch cuffs seal in the warmth
- Dual-sided rear adjustment and dropped hem improves warmth on lower back
How does the Valiance Jacket fit?
The Valiance Jacket has features Rab's regular fit, which is designed to sit comfortably over base and midlayers, but close enough to the body for maximum thermal efficiency. It's designed as an all-in-one outer layer that will keep you both warm and dry when the weather's not playing ball.
What is the Valiance Jacket best for?
- Cold and wet winter conditions
- Everyday outdoor use
- Walking and commuting
- Casual winter wear
- General cold-weather protection