Helly Hansen Women Lifa Merino Midweight 1/2 Zip
49377
- Sku
- 49377
- Gender
- Women
| CM. | Chest | Waist | Hip | Sleeve |
| XS | 34 | 27 | 37 | 29 |
| S | 35,5 | 28,5 | 38,5 | 30 |
| M | 37 | 30 | 40 | 31 |
| L | 39,5 | 32,5 | 42,5 | 32,5 |
| XL | 42,5 | 35,5 | 45,5 | 33,5 |
| XXL | 45,5 | 38,5 | 49 | 34,5 |
| XXXL | 46,5-49,5 | 40-43,5 | 49-52 | 34-35 |
- A | Chest: Using a tape measure, measure your chest at the point where it is widest.
- B | Waist: Using a tape measure, measure your waist at the point where it is the least wide.
- C | Hip: Using a tape measure, measure your hip circumference at the point where it is widest.
- D | Sleeve: Meet met een meetlint je mouw, van je nek tot aan je pols.
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Een gevoerde jas bevat een vulling van dons, wol of synthetisch materiaal.
What Is an Insulated Ski Jacket and What Are the Options?
An insulated ski jacket is essential for anyone seeking warmth and comfort while skiing or snowboarding. The insulation helps maintain your body temperature, even in the harshest conditions. There are different types of insulation, each with its own advantages. In this guide, we explain the differences so you can make the perfect choice.
Down Insulation: Lightweight and Extremely Warm
A jacket insulated with down is the ideal choice for those looking for maximum warmth without sacrificing comfort. Down provides excellent insulation and is very lightweight, making it perfect for cold, dry conditions. However, keep in mind that down performs less well in wet conditions unless the jacket has been specially treated to resist moisture.
Wool Insulation: Natural and Breathable
Jackets with wool insulation offer a natural alternative. Wool is not only warm but also breathable and retains heat even when damp. This option is ideal for those who prefer natural materials and comfort in varying weather conditions.
Synthetic Insulation: Versatile and Low-Maintenance
Synthetic insulation, such as PrimaLoft or Thinsulate, offers excellent warmth and performs well in wet conditions. This option is often slightly heavier than down but dries quickly and is easier to care for. It’s ideal for active winter sports enthusiasts who value versatility and affordability.
Why Choose an Insulated Ski Jacket?
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Optimal Warmth: Protect yourself against extreme cold.
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Comfort During Activity: Maintain your freedom of movement without sacrificing insulation.
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Suitable for Various Weather Conditions: Whether you're skiing in powder snow or braving a cold wind, an insulated jacket adapts to your needs.
Which Insulation Suits You Best?
The right insulation depends on your personal preferences and the conditions in which you’ll wear the jacket. Looking for ultimate warmth and comfort? Go for down. Need a versatile, low-maintenance option? Consider synthetic materials. Or choose wool for a natural feel.
Our premium ski jackets combine functionality, style, and top quality, so you can fully enjoy your winter sports adventure. Explore our collection and find your perfect insulated ski jacket!
- Slim fit
- Medium fit
- Wide fit
Is your purchase not quite what you expected or is the size incorrect? No problem, you can easily return your order to us. You may try on and view an item as you would in a shop, but there are some rules.
GOOD TO KNOW
- You have 14 days from receipt of your order to register your return.
- Are you too late? Then your order will no longer be found in the portal. In that case, always contact us first so we can see what possibilities there are.
- After registering online, you then have 14 days to hand in your return at the post office. If you hand in the parcel after the 14 days, we will unfortunately no longer be able to process your return. The sooner you register and send in your return, the sooner it will be processed and you will receive your money back.
- Almost all outerwear and trousers are delivered with a large yellow return label. Do not remove this until you decide to keep the item! Once this vignette has been removed, there is no way we can return the item.
- Returns are at your own risk and expense.
- If you return part of your order, we will only refund the amount of the returned items and not other costs such as shipping costs.
- If you have received an incorrect or damaged item, please always contact us a.s.a.p. and include photos of the product and the labels so we can see which item/defect is concerned.
STEP BY STEP GUIDE:
1. Check your items
√ Has the return period of 14 days after receipt not expired
√ Is the yellow return label (in the case of outerwear and trousers) and all price tags still attached?
√ Is the article unworn and therefore not dirty, damaged or creased?
2. Submit your return online
Enter your own postcode and the full order number (including letters) in the portal to which you can start the return. You can choose to purchase a DPD shipping label via the portal. If you choose this option, print the shipping label. You can download this immediately and it will also be sent to you by e-mail (please check your e-mail address and any spam mail).
You can also choose another carrier outside the portal. We always advise you to send the parcel insured. The DPD label via the portal insures your parcel up to €500.
3. Pack your return
√ Fold the items neatly and close all zips and buttons. Because of the technical materials it is important not to cause serious creases and wrinkles, as these can damage the product.
Then pack the items back in their original packaging and put them in the shipping bag or box. Another bag or box is also fine, as long as it is sturdy so that it arrives undamaged
√ If you have items from several orders that you wish to return, you may simply return them in 1 parcel
√ Put the enclosed packing slip/order confirmation (or a copy) in the parcel
√ Stick the DPD shipping label on the parcel.
If you have chosen to send via another carrier, please write the return address on the parcel:
Skistore Swing
De Opslach 3
8448 GV Heerenveen
The Netherlands
4. Shipping
Hand over your return at a DPD parcel point or a carrier of your choice.
Returning (part of) your order is at your own risk. Keep the proof of delivery until we have received and processed your package.
Please note! After registering your return online, you have 14 days to return your parcel to the postal service. If you return the parcel after these 14 days, we will unfortunately no longer be able to process your return.
5. Refund
You will receive confirmation by e-mail when your return has been received and processed.
This is usually within a few days after your order has been delivered to us. The money will then be refunded to the account you paid with within a week after confirmation (usually longer for credit card payments). If you have chosen to pay afterwards, this will be adjusted on your Klarna invoice.
Please note! If you return part of your order, we will only refund the amount of the returned items and not other costs such as shipping costs.
Is your purchase not quite what you expected or is the size incorrect? No problem, you can easily return your order to us. You may try on and view an item as you would in a shop, but there are some rules.
GOOD TO KNOW
- You have 14 days from receipt of your order to register your return.
- Are you too late? Then your order will no longer be found in the portal. In that case, always contact us first so we can see what possibilities there are.
- After registering online, you then have 14 days to hand in your return at the post office. If you hand in the parcel after the 14 days, we will unfortunately no longer be able to process your return. The sooner you register and send in your return, the sooner it will be processed and you will receive your money back.
- Almost all outerwear and trousers are delivered with a large yellow return label. Do not remove this until you decide to keep the item! Once this vignette has been removed, there is no way we can return the item.
- Returns are at your own risk and expense.
- If you return part of your order, we will only refund the amount of the returned items and not other costs such as shipping costs.
- If you have received an incorrect or damaged item, please always contact us a.s.a.p. and include photos of the product and the labels so we can see which item/defect is concerned.
STEP BY STEP GUIDE:
1. Check your items
√ Has the return period of 14 days after receipt not expired
√ Is the yellow return label (in the case of outerwear and trousers) and all price tags still attached?
√ Is the article unworn and therefore not dirty, damaged or creased?
2. Submit your return online
Enter your own postcode and the full order number (including letters) in the portal to which you can start the return. You can choose to purchase a DPD shipping label via the portal. If you choose this option, print the shipping label. You can download this immediately and it will also be sent to you by e-mail (please check your e-mail address and any spam mail).
You can also choose another carrier outside the portal. We always advise you to send the parcel insured. The DPD label via the portal insures your parcel up to €500.
3. Pack your return
√ Fold the items neatly and close all zips and buttons. Because of the technical materials it is important not to cause serious creases and wrinkles, as these can damage the product.
Then pack the items back in their original packaging and put them in the shipping bag or box. Another bag or box is also fine, as long as it is sturdy so that it arrives undamaged
√ If you have items from several orders that you wish to return, you may simply return them in 1 parcel
√ Put the enclosed packing slip/order confirmation (or a copy) in the parcel
√ Stick the DPD shipping label on the parcel.
If you have chosen to send via another carrier, please write the return address on the parcel:
Skistore Swing
De Opslach 3
8448 GV Heerenveen
The Netherlands
4. Shipping
Hand over your return at a DPD parcel point or a carrier of your choice.
Returning (part of) your order is at your own risk. Keep the proof of delivery until we have received and processed your package.
Please note! After registering your return online, you have 14 days to return your parcel to the postal service. If you return the parcel after these 14 days, we will unfortunately no longer be able to process your return.
5. Refund
You will receive confirmation by e-mail when your return has been received and processed.
This is usually within a few days after your order has been delivered to us. The money will then be refunded to the account you paid with within a week after confirmation (usually longer for credit card payments). If you have chosen to pay afterwards, this will be adjusted on your Klarna invoice.
Please note! If you return part of your order, we will only refund the amount of the returned items and not other costs such as shipping costs.
- LIFA® interior wicks sweat, Merino exterior warms
- Half zip to vent, double-layer fabric collar
- Flat lock seams, comfortable next to the skin
- No membrane: needs a shell in wind, snow or rain
- No insulation fill: add a midlayer on cold days
- Midweight: can be too warm in mild spring weather
The Helly Hansen LIFA® Merino Midweight Half-Zip Base Layer is a women's merino base layer top for cold-weather skiing and mountain activity. It is worn next to the skin under a midlayer and shell. Its two-layer knit pairs a 100% LIFA® interior that wicks moisture away from the skin with a 100% Merino wool exterior that adds warmth. A half zip and a double-layer fabric collar complete the design.
Who is the Helly Hansen LIFA® Merino Midweight Half-Zip Base Layer for?
This women's half-zip base layer is made for people who move in the cold: resort skiing, off-piste, backcountry skiing, mountaineering, hiking and camping. It is not an outer layer. With no membrane and no waterproofing, it needs a shell on top in wind, snow or rain. It is also not a good choice if you have a wool allergy or wool sensitivity, because the outer face is 100% Merino wool, even though the fabric is described as non-itch. If you want a top that opens fully, choose a full-zip model instead.
How warm is the LIFA® Merino Midweight Half-Zip Base Layer?
The Helly Hansen LIFA® Merino Midweight is a midweight base layer with no insulation fill. Its warmth comes from the fabric itself: 57% Merino wool and 43% polypropylene overall, with LIFA® Stay Warm technology on the skin side. The LIFA® interior moves sweat away from your skin, and the merino exterior adds warmth while staying breathable. On cold days, wear a midlayer or an insulated jacket over it. In mild spring conditions it can be warmer than you need.
Which size should I choose?
The LIFA® Merino Midweight Half-Zip Base Layer has a regular fit, according to Helly Hansen. As the first layer it is worn directly against the skin, with a midlayer and shell on top. Measure yourself and compare the result with the women's size chart on this product page before you order, and keep in mind the layers you plan to wear over it.
How does the two-layer LIFA® Merino construction work?
The Helly Hansen LIFA® Merino Midweight Half-Zip Base Layer uses a two-layer knit fabric, not a membrane laminate. The inside face is 100% LIFA®, Helly Hansen's polypropylene base-layer fibre, finished with LIFA® Stay Warm technology. This face sits against your skin and wicks moisture outwards. The outside face is 100% Merino wool, which handles warmth and breathability. Together the two faces give an overall composition of 57% Merino wool and 43% polypropylene. Flat lock seams are used for comfort and durability, and the collar is made from a double layer of fabric.
Is the LIFA® Merino Midweight Half-Zip suitable for backcountry skiing?
Helly Hansen lists backcountry skiing and mountaineering among the intended uses of the LIFA® Merino Midweight Half-Zip Base Layer. On the ascent, you can open the half zip at the chest to release heat, while the wicking LIFA® interior moves sweat away from your skin. Venting is limited to that chest zip, because the top cannot be opened fully. On long climbs in mild conditions, the midweight fabric can give more warmth than you need. At a stop or on the descent, add a midlayer or insulated jacket and a shell on top.
How does this merino base layer work for resort and off-piste skiing?
For resort skiing and off-piste days, the Helly Hansen LIFA® Merino Midweight Half-Zip Base Layer is the first part of a layering system. It keeps moisture away from your skin and adds a layer of warmth under your ski jacket. It does not replace that jacket. The knit fabric has no windproof membrane and no waterproofing, so it is not meant to be worn on its own in wind, snow or rain. It also has no insulation fill, so on cold days on the lift you need a midlayer or an insulated jacket over it.
What is the LIFA® Merino Midweight Half-Zip made of, and how do I wash it?
The LIFA® Merino Midweight Half-Zip Base Layer combines a 100% Merino wool exterior with a 100% LIFA® polypropylene interior, for an overall blend of 57% Merino wool and 43% polypropylene. As a wool-blend garment it has specific care needs. Wash it inside out with a wool detergent, and close the zip before washing. Do not use fabric softener and do not wring the top. The Helly Hansen LIFA® Merino Midweight Half-Zip Base Layer comes in Black, Trooper and Navy.
- 2-layer knit: 100% Merino wool exterior, 100% LIFA® interior
- LIFA® Stay Warm technology on the interior
- Wicking LIFA® interior
- Half zip
- Double-layer fabric collar
- Flat lock seams
- Non-itch fabric
- Regular fit
- Overall fabric: 57% Merino wool, 43% polypropylene
- Exterior face: 100% Merino wool
- Interior face: 100% LIFA® (polypropylene fibre)
