Quick Summary
The Rab Women’s Valiance Down Jacket is a black and aquamarine down jacket in XS. It is a waterproof, breathable winter layer with 700-fill down insulation, a regular fit and an adjustable hood, hem and cuffs.
The jacket uses a Pertex Shield 2L outer with fully taped seams, and the stated waterproof and breathable ratings are 10,000 mm and 10,000 g/m². The listed centre back length for size 10 is 76 cm and the stated weight is 682 g.
Key Details
| Detail | Verified information and buyer relevance |
|---|---|
| Brand | Rab, a named outerwear brand on the jacket. |
| Variant | Black (Aquamarine) in XS, so size and colour should be checked against the selected offer. |
| Fit | Regular fit, which is intended to layer over casual outfits. |
| Waterproof rating | 10,000 mm, useful if weather protection is an important buying factor. |
| Breathable rating | 10,000 g/m², relevant when comparing weather protection with breathability. |
| Membrane | Pertex Shield 2L outer with fully taped seams. |
| Insulation | 700-fill down, with hydrophobic Nikwax treatment to help it retain loft in damp conditions. |
| Weight | 682 g, a useful check if overall carried weight matters. |
| Centre back length | 76 cm in size 10, helpful when comparing length across sizes. |
| Hood and cuffs | Stratus synthetic hood and cuffs, with adjustable hood, hem and cuffs. |
What to Compare Before Buying
- Size and fit: This version is XS with a regular fit, so compare it with the fit and layering room you want.
- Weather protection: The jacket is stated to have 10,000 mm waterproof protection and 10,000 g/m² breathability, so compare those figures with the conditions you expect.
- Length: The centre back length is listed as 76 cm in size 10, so check how much coverage you want from the length in your chosen size.
- Weight: At 682 g, the jacket has a stated carried weight that may matter if you want to keep layers manageable.
- Construction: Pertex Shield 2L, fully taped seams and adjustable openings are important details when comparing winter jackets.
What Else You May Need
If you are choosing between sizes, check the fit you want over your usual mid layers before deciding. The regular cut is intended to layer over casual outfits, so the right size matters for comfort and movement.
Before You Decide
Confirm the XS size and black/aquamarine colour before choosing an offer. Compare the stated waterproof and breathable ratings with the conditions you want to wear it in. If length matters, check the centre back measurement for your size. The jacket is a down insulated winter layer, so make sure that is the style you want.
