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Waterproof Guide

Embrace Drizzly Days and Stormy Showers

How waterproof is waterproof?

Know your waterproof ratings. To understand what level of protection you need, it all depends on your activity, location, and the climate! We have the following recommendations below.

Understanding hydrostatic head

Choosing the right hydrostatic head rating means staying dry and comfortable, whatever the weather throws at you. A jacket that’s perfect for light showers on your daily walk may not stand up to a day of heavy downpours in the hills. By matching the waterproof rating to your adventure, you’ll ensure your kit performs when you need it most.
Perfect for alpine conditions, multi-day hikes, or outdoor work in wet climates.
Perfect for alpine conditions, multi-day hikes, or outdoor work in wet climates. Higher-performance Jackets.
Good balance of waterproofing and breathability. Works for longer walks, light hiking, or being outdoors a few hours in typical rain.
Suitable for short walks, everyday wear, or commuting where you won’t be out long in heavy rain.

High-performance technical design

Our waterproof jackets all have a plant-based Durable Water Repellent which stops rain soaking into the fabric, with no intentionally added PFAS.

In our new collection, we don’t have any Waterproof Jackets below 20,000 hydrostatic head meaning that you can carry on exploring for longer.
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Our AquaDry technology combines a waterproof, breathable membrane with technical outer fabrics to provide reliable protection and comfort. The outer fabric is treated with a plant based DWR (Durable Water Repellent) finish, with no intentionally added PFAS, to stay drier for longer, while taped seams prevent water from seeping.
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A PFAS compliant (fluorocarbon free) & plant based (at least 50%) water repellent finish, that allows rain and water-based stains to simply run off. H2OShield bonds the molecules of the water-repellent to the surface of the garment whilst still being environmentally friendly.
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Meet the Ari & Elva:

Our most technical 3-layer waterproofs jacket yet
Built with advanced 3-layer construction, they offer dependable protection from the elements. 25,000mm waterproofing helps keep heavy rain out, while 20,000 breathability helps stop heat and moisture building up inside.

The result is lightweight protection designed for movement, endurance and all-day performance.

Make it last

Washing your waterproof jacket keeps the water-repellent finish working properly, restores breathability by removing dirt and oils, and extends your jacket’s life and performance.

To maximize the lifespan and performance of of your Craghoppers gear, follow our maintenance guidelines diligently.
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That's the ethos behind Craghoppers. Inspired by world travel expeditions of old, we've been designing outdoor clothing and protective adventure equipment since 1965.
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