Men's winter jackets – waterproof and quilted

NORDBLANC men’s winter jackets for the city, the mountains and freezing weather: waterproof with a TERATEX® membrane, quilted with FURTHERM insulation, down and 3-in-1 jackets. Most models are rated down to −10 °C or −20 °C (NORDBLANC warmth scale).

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Waterproof winter jackets – NORDBLANC men’s waterproof winter jackets with a TERATEX® membrane (10,000–15,000 mm) and FURTHERM insulation for snow and rain. On the NORDBLANC warmth scale, they are rated down to −10 °C or −20 °C, and most models have a detachable hood.
Winter jackets Classic – NORDBLANC men’s Classic winter jackets for every day – quilted and other styles, mostly with FURTHERM insulation. Most are rated down to −10 °C (NORDBLANC warmth scale), and three models have water-repellent TERATEX® 5000.
Winter jackets without hood – NORDBLANC men’s quilted winter jackets without a hood – light, with FURTHERM or THERMOLITE® EcoMade T-DOWN insulation and rated down to −10 °C (NORDBLANC warmth scale). For everyday wear in the city and on walks.
Light padded jackets – NORDBLANC men’s light padded jackets with FURTHERM insulation are rated down to 0 °C (NORDBLANC warmth scale). They suit the in-between seasons, mild winters and everyday wear in the city.
Down jackets – NORDBLANC men’s down jackets filled with down and feathers in a 70/30 or 90/10 ratio. They are light, rated down to −10 °C (NORDBLANC warmth scale) and suit dry, freezing weather or work as a warm layer under a ski jacket.
Winter jacket 3v1 – NORDBLANC men’s 3-in-1 winter jackets: a waterproof outer jacket with a TERATEX® membrane (15,000–20,000 mm) and a detachable TECNOPOLAR® fleece jacket. Wear them together or separately – for winter, the mountains and skiing.

How to choose a men’s winter jacket for your needs

Three things decide it: how cold you expect it to be, whether you’ll be out in wet snow or rain, and how much you’ll be moving. For dry cold in the city, an insulated quilted jacket is enough; for snow and rain, choose a jacket with a membrane, and for the mountains, a jacket you can adapt to the weather.

For the city and everyday wear

Classic winter jackets include quilted and traditional styles with FURTHERM (hollow polyester fibre) or THERMOLITE® EcoMade T-DOWN insulation. Most are rated down to −10 °C on NORDBLANC’s indicative warmth scale. You can also choose lightweight quilted jackets without a hood, and for mild winters and cool in-between days, light padded jackets rated down to 0 °C.

For wet snow and rain

Waterproof winter jackets have a TERATEX® membrane with a water column of 10,000 mm (one model 15,000 mm) and FURTHERM insulation. They are rated down to −10 °C or −20 °C (NORDBLANC warmth scale), and most have a detachable hood. Note the difference: several Classic models use TERATEX® 5000 fabric, which is only water-repellent – it can handle a short shower, but not persistent rain.

For severe cold

It is mainly the waterproof jackets with a TERATEX® membrane and synthetic insulation that are rated down to −20 °C on the NORDBLANC warmth scale. Down jackets, filled in a 70/30 or 90/10 ratio (down and feathers), are light and rated down to −10 °C. Down loses its insulating ability when damp, so it is best suited to dry, freezing weather; you can also wear a light down jacket as a warm layer under a ski jacket.

For the mountains, day trips and occasional skiing

With 3-in-1 jackets, you attach a TECNOPOLAR® fleece jacket inside the waterproof outer jacket (TERATEX®, 15,000–20,000 mm). In winter you wear them together, in autumn and spring each on its own. Some winter jackets also have a snow skirt and a ski pass pocket and can handle occasional skiing; for regular skiing, there are ski jackets, most with ventilation zips and taped seams.

How to read a winter jacket’s specifications

Warmth – on NORDBLANC’s indicative warmth scale, men’s winter jackets are rated down to 0 °C, −10 °C or −20 °C (the top level of the scale is down to −30 °C and below). The scale is for comparing models; if you’ll be standing in the cold for a long time or tend to feel the cold, go for a higher level.
Insulation – FURTHERM and THERMOLITE® EcoMade T-DOWN are synthetic insulations that keep you warm even when damp and dry quickly. With down, the 70/30 or 90/10 ratio gives the proportion of down to feathers – the more down, the loftier the fill.
Water column – the water pressure the fabric can withstand, in millimetres. With TERATEX®, it matches the number in the name: TERATEX® 5000 repels water, while TERATEX® 10000 (10,000 mm) is waterproof even in wet snow.
Breathability – waterproof winter jackets mostly have 10,000 g/m²/24 h, which is enough for walking and normal activity in town and in the countryside.
Hood and details – a detachable and adjustable hood, a snow skirt or a ski pass pocket vary by model; you’ll find the exact features on each jacket’s product page.
Fit – men’s winter jackets have a Regular fit. Choose a size that leaves room for a sweatshirt or gilet underneath.

Technologies and materials

FURTHERM®

Breathable thermal imsulation. Keeps the body warm and comfortable. In bad weather conditions accumulates body heat and releasing it back in need, helping to maintain the required body temperature. It guarantees comfort and convenience in all activities.

TERATEX® 10000 Core

The medium level of NORDBLANC's top-of-the-line fabrics. Waterproof fabric that repels water from the surface of the fabric, while it offers the necessary waterproofness, breathability and wind protection. The product made of this farbic is suitable for everyday sports and everyday use.

THERMOLITE® ECOMADE T-DOWN

THERMOLITE® EcoMade T-DOWN technology is made from 100% recycled PET bottles. This 500 fill power synthetic insulation offers several advantages over down: higher loft, better moisture resistance, warmer when wet, and dries faster. This technology is also breathable, soft and lofty with an excellent hand, and offers high compressibility (packable) with rapid recovery power.

TECNOPOLAR® fleece

Lightweight, warm, super fine micro brushed fabric with wonderful handfeel offers high heat isolation and windchill protection.

Frequently asked questions

Which men’s winter jacket is suitable for temperatures down to −20 °C?

Look for a jacket rated down to −20 °C on NORDBLANC’s indicative warmth scale. Among men’s winter jackets, it is mainly the waterproof models with a TERATEX® membrane and FURTHERM or THERMOLITE® EcoMade T-DOWN synthetic insulation that reach this level. Quilted Classic jackets and down jackets are mostly rated down to −10 °C. If you’ll be standing around in the cold for a long time, also wear a base layer and a fleece or gilet under the jacket.

How warm is a men’s down jacket?

NORDBLANC men’s down jackets are rated down to −10 °C on NORDBLANC’s indicative warmth scale. They are filled in a 70/30 or 90/10 ratio, meaning 70% or 90% down and the rest feathers; a higher share of down means a loftier fill. The jackets are light and suit dry, freezing weather, or work as a warm layer under a ski jacket. For wet snow and rain, synthetic insulation is more practical, because down loses its insulating ability when damp.

What is a 3-in-1 winter jacket?

A 3-in-1 jacket consists of a waterproof outer jacket and a detachable inner fleece jacket, which you can wear together or separately. In winter, you wear them together; in the rain, the outer jacket on its own is enough, and the fleece works as a light jacket for cool days. NORDBLANC men’s 3-in-1 jackets have a TERATEX® membrane with a water column of 15,000–20,000 mm, a TECNOPOLAR® fleece and a detachable hood.

Can I use a men’s winter jacket for skiing too?

For occasional skiing in good weather, yes – as long as it has a membrane and snow-specific features: some waterproof winter jackets with a TERATEX® membrane have a snow skirt and a ski pass pocket. Quilted jackets without a membrane soon get damp in wet snow, so don’t choose them for the slopes. For regular skiing, there are men’s ski jackets with a water column of 10,000–30,000 mm, a snow skirt and, in most cases, ventilation zips and taped seams.

How do I wash a winter jacket?

Follow the care label: wash technical jackets on a gentle cycle with a liquid detergent for technical fabrics and without fabric softener, which impairs how the membrane and insulation work. Do up the zips before washing; afterwards, hang the jacket up loosely and let it dry away from direct sunlight and not in direct contact with a radiator. Wash a down jacket with a down wash, dry it thoroughly and shake it out regularly so that the down doesn’t clump. When water stops beading on the surface, reproof the jacket.