What Is Hydrophobic Down? | Rab Lab

What is hydrophobic down?

As a natural fibre produced by waterfowl, down does have some innate water repellency.

However, over time – or in very damp conditions – moisture can overload the fine fibres that make down so good at its job, causing them to stick together and stripping the down of its insulative properties.

What is hydrophobic down?

Discover how we keep down lofted and warm in damp conditions by applying a hydrophobic treatment.

Need a waterproof down jacket?

Hydrophobic down performs better in the wet than untreated down, but it won’t make your down jacket waterproof. Looking for a fully waterproof down jacket to use in unpredictable weather? Check out our range of men’s and women’s waterproof down jackets.