Setup, Compatibility & Care
Setup
Your Regatta Birchdale II Waterproof Jacket is ready to wear straight out of the packaging. For optimal comfort and protection, you can adjust the following:
- Hood Adjustment: Use the integrated adjusters on the grown-on technical hood to tighten or loosen it around your head for a secure fit that doesn't obstruct your vision. Pull the cords gently and use the toggles to secure.
- Cuff Adjustment: Utilize the hook-and-loop fasteners on the adjustable cuffs to cinch them snugly around your wrists, preventing water from running down your arms and sealing in warmth.
- Hem Adjustment: Locate the shock cord hem and adjust the toggles to tighten or loosen the hem around your waist. This helps to keep wind and rain out and can be adjusted for layering.
Compatibility
This jacket is highly versatile and compatible with a range of outdoor activities and layering systems:
- Activities: Ideal for hiking, trekking, walking, camping, cycling, commuting, and general outdoor pursuits where protection from rain and wind is essential.
- Layering: Can be worn over base layers and mid-layers for added warmth without compromising breathability, thanks to its generous fit and flexible material.
- Weather Conditions: Best suited for mild to cold, wet, and windy conditions. For extreme cold, combine with appropriate insulating layers underneath.
Care Instructions
Proper care is crucial to maintain the performance and longevity of your jacket. Always refer to the product label for specific instructions.
- Washing: Cool machine wash only. It is recommended to use Regatta Isotex cleaner or pure soap. Avoid conventional detergents, as they can impair the fabric's waterproof and breathable properties.
- Drying: Hang to dry naturally. Do not tumble dry. Ensure the jacket is completely dry before storing.
- Ironing: Do not iron.
- Bleaching: Do not bleach.
- Dry Cleaning: Do not dry clean.
- Re-proofing: Over time, the Durable Water-Repellent (DWR) finish may wear off. If water no longer beads on the surface, consider re-applying a suitable DWR treatment specifically designed for waterproof breathable fabrics (e.g., spray-on or wash-in products).