Product Overview
The Craghoppers Castleford hybrid workwear jacket is a sophisticated piece of technical apparel designed to provide warmth and weather protection without compromising on mobility. This substantial jacket combines a stretch softshell construction with insulated baffled panels, creating a versatile layer for professionals working in varied conditions. By utilizing recycled materials throughout its construction, it offers a sustainable choice for businesses looking to reduce their environmental impact while maintaining a high standard of professional appearance.
Key Features
- H2OShield DWR Finish: This water-repellent treatment ensures that light rain and moisture bead off the surface, keeping you dry during unexpected showers.
- Odor-Control Panels: Strategically placed to maintain freshness throughout a long shift, these panels reduce the need for frequent washing and extend the life of the garment.
- Insulated Baffled Body: The front and back body panels are filled with recycled polyester hollowfibre, providing essential core warmth when the temperature drops.
- Stretch Softshell Construction: The upper body and hood feature an elastane blend, allowing for a full range of movement when reaching or lifting.
- Multiple Pockets: Secure storage for tools and personal items is integrated into the design for practical daily use.
Design & Performance
This jacket is built for durability and performance. The use of polyester ripstop on the body panels ensures that the garment can withstand the rigours of a busy work site without tearing easily. The interior is finished with a microfleece back, which provides a soft, comfortable feel against the skin while trapping heat effectively. Despite its substantial feel and heavyweight insulation, the jacket remains breathable enough for active use.
The attention to detail extends to the recycled zip tapes and the tear-out tag, which allows for a clean finish if you choose to rebrand the items for your specific business. The ethical credentials of this jacket are reinforced by its Ethical Trading Initiative (ETI) accreditation, ensuring it meets strict standards for worker welfare.
Customisation: Print & Embroidery
The Craghoppers Castleford hybrid is an excellent canvas for customisation. Its flat-surface softshell areas are perfectly suited for embroidery, which provides a traditional, long-lasting, and professional finish for company logos and staff names. The embroidery process creates a texture that withstands regular wear and repeated cleaning.
For those requiring larger, high-impact branding, the jacket also accommodates specialist printing. This is particularly effective for bold designs or back prints that need to stand out. Our in-house team at MyWorkwear, based in Telford since 1976, manages the entire customisation process to ensure your branding is applied with precision and care.
Use Cases
This hybrid jacket is ideally suited for outdoor tradespeople, site managers, and delivery professionals who face changing weather conditions throughout the day. Its professional silhouette also makes it appropriate for front-of-house staff or team members who split their time between the office and the field.
Why MyWorkwear
Choosing MyWorkwear means partnering with a company that has been a pillar of the British workwear industry since 1976. Based in Telford, our expert team brings decades of experience to every order. We understand that your workwear is more than just a uniform; it is a representation of your business's standards and a tool for your team's success.
Practical Advice
The Castleford hybrid is designed for a comfortable fit that allows for layering over a sweatshirt or polo shirt. For those working in particularly harsh winter conditions, we recommend pairing this jacket with a technical base layer to maximise the thermal properties of the microfleece lining and hollowfibre fill.
Caring for your product
To maintain the technical performance and the professional appearance of your jacket, it is essential to follow the specific care instructions provided. Proper maintenance ensures the water-repellent finish and the integrity of your custom branding remain intact for as long as possible.
We recommend a machine wash at 30°C. Washing at this lower temperature helps to protect the recycled polyester fibres and prevents the zip tapes from warping over time. Always wash with similar colours to avoid any dye transfer that could dull the appearance of your logo.
Do not use bleach or water softeners. These chemical agents can strip away the H2OShield DWR finish, leaving the jacket vulnerable to moisture absorption. Similarly, fabric conditioners should be avoided as they can clog the pores of the technical fabric, reducing its breathability and insulation efficiency.
The jacket should not be tumble dried. High heat can damage the elastane fibres in the softshell and cause the recycled fill to clump. Instead, allow the garment to air dry naturally, which preserves the shape and ensures the custom embroidery or print does not crack or peel.
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