Scott Women's Insuloft Tech PL Jacket
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About Scott Women's Insuloft Tech PL Jacket
The Scott Jacket W's Insuloft Tech is a lightweight and warm insulation jacket that works just as well as a mid-layer under a shell jacket as it does on its own during cool days. It is developed for active skiers and outdoor enthusiasts who want plenty of warmth in a flexible and easily packable garment.
The jacket is filled with Primaloft® Rise, a synthetic insulation that provides high warmth in relation to its low weight. This makes it an excellent choice for cold winter days, but also for when you need an extra layer during a ski tour or on the way up the mountain. Furthermore, the insulation continues to perform well even when exposed to moisture, making it a practical option in changing weather.
The outer fabric consists of durable 15D ripstop polyamide that can withstand active use without feeling heavy. To provide better protection against light precipitation, the jacket also features a PFC-free DWR treatment that helps moisture bead off the surface.
Thanks to its low weight and packable construction, the jacket takes up minimal space in your backpack. You can therefore easily pull it out when the temperature drops or use it as a warming mid-layer under a shell jacket when the weather gets tougher.
Storage is simple yet well thought-out. Two hand pockets and a chest pocket with a zipper provide space for essentials, while elastic finishes at the cuffs and hem help trap heat and provide a comfortable fit all day long.
Scott Insuloft Tech Primaloft Women's is suitable for those looking for a lightweight and versatile insulation jacket for skiing, ski touring, hiking, or everyday use, where low weight, high warmth, and easy packability are top priorities.
Scott Jacket W's Insuloft Tech, Specifications
- Primaloft® Rise insulation
- 15D ripstop outer fabric
- Insulation: 175 g (reference size)
- 100% polyamide
- Insulation containing recycled material
- PFC-free DWR treatment
- Two zippered hand pockets
- Zippered chest pocket
- Elastic cuffs
- Elastic hem
- Packable construction
- Fit: Regular
- Weight: approx. 400 g
FAQ
Is the Scott Insuloft Tech Primaloft Women's a mid-layer jacket?
Yes. It is developed to work perfectly under a shell jacket, but it also works excellently as an outer jacket on dry and cool days.
What is the advantage of Primaloft® Rise?
Primaloft® Rise provides high warmth in relation to its weight and retains its insulating properties better than many other materials when damp.
Is the jacket easy to take on trips?
Yes. It is both lightweight and packable, which means it takes up very little space in your backpack or suitcase.
What activities is the jacket suitable for?
It is suitable for skiing, ski touring, hiking, and other outdoor activities where you need a lightweight reinforcement garment that provides effective warmth.
Is the jacket made with recycled material?
Yes. The insulation contains recycled polyester, and the jacket is also treated with a PFC-free DWR treatment.
Size & fit
Measure your chest at its widest point and compare with the size chart in the size guide. If you are between two sizes, go for the smaller one if you want a snugger fit, or the larger one if you want room for more layers underneath. Not sure? Give us a call and we will help you.
Care
Wash at 30° with a liquid detergent for technical garments — never use fabric softener or bleach. Tumble dry on low heat or iron at a low temperature to reactivate the water-repellent treatment. Reproof when water stops beading on the surface, usually after 15–20 washes.
Shipping & returns
Delivery time 2–5 business days to Germany, shipped from our warehouse in Hestra, Sweden. Call +46 370 33 97 70 if you are unsure about the size before you order.
Accessories that go with Scott Women's
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Choosing a shell jacket
Waterproofing and breathability
Waterproofing is measured in millimetres (hydrostatic head) and describes how much water pressure the fabric can withstand before it leaks. 10,000 mm handles normal precipitation, while 20,000 mm handles wet snow and rain all day long — even where you sit and press against the fabric on the chairlift. Breathability is measured in grams of moisture per square metre per 24 hours and determines how much sweat is transported out. You want high numbers for both; a waterproof fabric without breathability will just make you wet from the inside instead.
The layering principle
The shell is the outer layer and is not meant to be warm in itself. The warmth comes from the mid-layer — merino wool or fleece — and closest to the skin is a thin layer that moves moisture away from your body. The advantage of a pure shell over a padded jacket is that you can regulate your warmth to suit the weather and your pace, instead of being locked into one level of insulation. That is why the shell is cut with room for a mid-layer, and why it can feel roomy when you try it on without one.
The details that make the difference
A powder skirt at the waist keeps snow out when you fall. Underarm vents are the quickest way to regulate your temperature without taking anything off. The hood should be adjustable with one hand and fit over a helmet without blocking your view. Taped seams are essential, because a waterproof fabric will leak through the seams if they are not sealed. The pockets should be placed so they work with a hip belt on and a lift pass in the sleeve.
Size and fit
The jacket is cut with room for insulation. If you are between two sizes and ski without a thick mid-layer, go for the smaller one. If you want room for a thicker sweater, or do a lot of ski touring where you need freedom of movement, go for the larger one. The sleeves should reach past your wrists when you stretch your arms forward.
How to keep your jacket waterproof
A shell rarely stops being waterproof — it stops repelling water on the surface. When the fabric turns dark and heavy with moisture, it is the outer water-repellent treatment that has worn off, not the membrane. Wash the jacket with a detergent made for shell garments, tumble dry it on low heat or iron it with a cloth in between to reactivate the treatment, and reproof when needed. A jacket that is looked after stays waterproof season after season.