What is the Valiance Parka?
The Valiance Parka is a warm, waterproof and protective down parka jacket designed for versatile everyday use throughout the coldest and wettest months of the year.
It combines Pertex® Shield and 700FP down to deliver the best of both worlds, making it ideal for everything from commuting to hiking, dog walking to watching the kids play football in the rain.
Now updated with improved repairability and durability, to help extend the jacket's lifespan.
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 220g 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
Updated Stitch-Through Baffle Construction
The main update to the Valiance Parka is the upgraded stitch-through baffle design. 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.
Insulated Hood and Neck Baffle
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. A close-fitting neck baffle sits comfortably at the base of the neck to prevent heat escaping and maximise the jacket's warmth.
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 help seal in warmth around the wrists to prevent cold winds from entering the jacket, improving comfort in cold, exposed conditions.
Adjustable Waist and Extended Coverage
The jacket features a rear waist adjustment that allows you to cinch it in at the waist for a more personalised fit and better thermal efficiency on frosty days. The dropped rear hem and parka design improves warmth and provides additional coverage and weather protection across the lower body - perfect for commuting or walking the dogs when the weather's really not on your side.
Key Features
- Pertex® Shield 2-layer waterproof construction (40D)
- 700 fill power recycled hydrophobic down insulation
- Stitch-through baffle construction
- 2-point adjustable hood
- Close-fitting neck baffle
- 2-way YKK® VISLON® front zip with insulated zip baffle
- Two zipped hand pockets
- Internal zipped pocket
- Internal stretch cuffs
- Rear waist adjustment
- Dropped hem for extended coverage
How does the Valiance Parka fit?
The Valiance Parka features Rab's regular fit which offers ample room for everyday layering without being overly baggy if paired with lighter layers. Its extended length provides additional coverage and warmth while still allowing comfortable layering over everyday clothing. An adjustable waist allows you to cinch the jacket to enhance the fit and maximise the classic parka style.
What is the Valiance Parka best for?
- Cold and wet winter conditions
- Everyday outdoor use
- Walking and commuting
- Casual winter wear
- Extended cold-weather protection