Setup, Compatibility & Care
Setup
The Regatta Calderdale III Jacket requires no complex setup. Simply ensure it fits your child comfortably, allowing for layering underneath if needed.
Compatibility
- Activities: Ideal for hiking, walking, camping, school, and general outdoor play in wet or damp conditions.
- Layering: Compatible with base layers and mid-layers (like fleeces) for added warmth in colder environments.
- Footwear: Pairs well with waterproof boots or shoes for complete head-to-toe protection.
Care Instructions
Proper care extends the life and maintains the performance of your waterproof jacket.
- Washing:
- Close all zippers and fasteners before washing.
- Machine wash cold (30°C) on a gentle cycle.
- Use a technical wash designed for waterproof fabrics, or a small amount of liquid detergent. Avoid fabric softeners, bleach, and harsh detergents as they can degrade the waterproofing.
- Wash separately or with similar items.
- Drying:
- Do not tumble dry.
- Hang to drip dry away from direct heat or sunlight.
- Ironing:
- Re-proofing:
- Over time, the durable water repellent (DWR) finish may wear off, causing the fabric to 'wet out' (absorb water rather than bead it).
- If this happens, clean the jacket and then apply a spray-on or wash-in DWR re-proofing treatment suitable for breathable waterproof fabrics, following the product's instructions.
- Storage:
- Store the jacket clean and dry, in a well-ventilated area, away from direct sunlight.