Quick Summary
The Rab Women’s Valiance is a hooded down jacket in Dark Army, size 14. It combines 700FP recycled down with a 2-layer Pertex Shield outer rated at 20,000mm hydrostatic head. The listed fit is regular, with zipped pockets and a dual-sided rear hem adjustment.
Key Details
| Detail | Product information and buyer relevance |
|---|---|
| Variant | Women’s size 14 in Dark Army. |
| Fit | Regular fit; check the fit against your preferred layers and the size information for this jacket. |
| Outer fabric | 40D, 2-layer Pertex Shield with fluorocarbon-free DWR. |
| Waterproof rating | 20,000mm hydrostatic head (HH). |
| Insulation | 700FP recycled down with a Grangers hydrophobic finish. |
| Weight and length | 741g total weight, 191g down fill weight and 74.5cm centre-back length, all stated for size 10 rather than size 14. |
| Pockets and design | Two zipped hand pockets, one internal zipped pocket, a 2-point hood, close-fitting neck baffle, soft stretch cuffs and dual-sided rear hem adjustment. |
Key Features Explained
The outer combines a 40D face fabric with a 2-layer Pertex Shield construction and a stated 20,000mm HH rating. Its fluorocarbon-free DWR is a separate finish noted in the specifications. The jacket is insulated with 700FP recycled down; the stated fill weight is for size 10, not this size 14 variant.
The design includes a close-fitting neck baffle and soft stretch cuffs. The front zip is a YKK Vislon AquaGuard zip with an insulated baffle. There are two zipped hand pockets and one internal zipped pocket.
What to Compare Before Buying
- Fit and layering: the listed fit is regular. Check the size 14 measurements and consider what you intend to wear underneath.
- Waterproof specification: compare the 20,000mm HH rating and 2-layer construction with the conditions and protection level you need.
- Weight and length: the stated 741g weight and 74.5cm centre-back measurement are for size 10, so they should not be treated as size 14 measurements.
- Pocket layout: check whether the two hand pockets and one internal zipped pocket suit what you want to carry.
Compatibility, Size and Fit
This listing is for women’s size 14 in Dark Army. The specifications give a regular fit, but measurements listed for size 10 may not describe the size 14 garment. Use size-specific measurements when assessing coverage and room for layers.
Prepare a Winter Layering Check
Before heading out, try the jacket over the layers you expect to wear and check that the sleeves, neck and hem sit as you want when you move. Follow the garment’s care instructions when looking after it.
Before You Decide
Confirm the size 14 fit and colour, and compare the 20,000mm HH rating with your requirements. Treat the stated weight, fill weight and centre-back length as size 10 figures, not measurements for this variant.
