Setup, Compatibility & Care
Setup
Your Regatta Romine II Waterproof Parka Jacket requires no setup. Simply unpack, put it on, and you're ready to face the elements.
Compatibility
- User: Designed for adult women seeking a functional yet fashionable outer layer.
- Activities: Ideal for a wide range of activities including daily wear, urban commuting, walking, light hiking, and general outdoor use in cold and wet conditions.
- Layering: Its design accommodates layering, allowing you to adjust your warmth level by wearing base and mid-layers underneath for colder temperatures.
Care Instructions
Proper care is essential to maintain the performance and longevity of your waterproof and breathable jacket. Always refer to the care label inside your jacket for specific instructions.
- Preparation: Before washing, close all zippers, fasteners, and flaps. Empty all pockets.
- Washing: Machine wash on a gentle cycle at a low temperature (typically 30°C / 86°F).
- Use a technical wash specifically designed for waterproof and breathable garments (e.g., Nikwax Tech Wash, Grangers Performance Wash). These products clean effectively without damaging the DWR (Durable Water Repellent) finish or the waterproof membrane.
- DO NOT use fabric softener, bleach, or biological detergents, as these can clog the fabric's pores, impairing breathability, and degrade the waterproof coating.
- Rinsing: Ensure the jacket is thoroughly rinsed to remove all detergent residues.
- Drying: Hang to air dry in a well-ventilated area, away from direct heat sources or sunlight. Tumble drying is generally not recommended unless the care label explicitly allows it on a low heat setting.
- Re-proofing: Over time, the DWR finish on the outer fabric may wear off, causing water to 'wet out' (soak in rather than bead off). You can restore this by applying a spray-on or wash-in re-proofing treatment designed for waterproof-breathable fabrics.