Returns & Exchanges

To return your item follow the following link to print a label:

https://bigweathergear.com/refund-exchange/

Customer Service

Our friendly staff is always available to assist you with your purchase decisions and offer you expert advice on selecting the best gear for your next outdoor adventure. All of our team members are outdoor enthusiasts and use Helly Hansen and our other gear for skiing, sailing, hiking expeditions and more.  As a result, we can offer first-hand experience to help you select the best gear to choose for your next trip to the slopes, trails or offshore. Check out our testimonials page for comments from our satisfied clients.

We are available during regular business hours (by phone 9am – 6 pm EST 7 days week) by calling 401-849-6666 x-4. Or, click on the Live Chat button to start a session online with one of our technical representatives. You may also email us with questions or comments and we’ll be sure and respond promptly.

Processing Time

Please allow for up to 3 days processing time on all orders.

Return Policy

Our return policy is 30 days from the order date.

All sale items are final. All masks and neck gaiters are final sale.

All returns and exchanges must be accompanied by original tags and have no signs of wear. We will gladly issue a full refund on unused merchandise within the return policy window.

International returns will be charged the shipping amount for the return label. 

**Merchandise purchased from other Helly Hansen stores can not be exchanged or returned to the Newport store. **

Please allow 14 business days from the day you return your package for your return to be credited for the exchange to be completed.

Mail All Returns To:

Customer Returns Address
Bigweathergear.com
154 Thames Street
Newport, RI 02840
Phone: 401-849-6666 ext. 4

Exchanges:

If you would like to exchange your item for another size, color or style we are happy to help. Simply call our store or send us an email and our staff will email you a return label.

For all return and exchange questions please email emily@bigweathergear.com

Warranty Returns

If you have questions or need to return a defective product From the Helly Hansen brand please contact Helly Hansen Corporate at 1-800-435-5901 to receive a return authorization number.

All returned garments must be washed prior to their return or they cannot be inspected.

The Helly Hansen Warranty Department will inspect the product at no charge. If the Warranty Department determines that the product has a defect covered under this Warranty, Helly Hansen Corporate will repair or replace it within 4-6 weeks.

This warranty does not cover damage caused by misuse, improper care, normal wear and tear and the natural breakdown of materials over extended use and time. Our turn-around time is normally 4 – 6 weeks from the time we receive your product. Helly Hansen Warranty Department will do it’s best to get it back to you sooner.

Helly Hansen Footwear

Helly Hansen footwear is covered up to 1 year against defects in materials and workmanship. This policy does not cover normal wear and tear on the product.

Care Instructions
Base Layer

For best results wash HH Dry and HH Cool in warm water with a mild detergent and hang to dry. For HH Warm, wash in cool water with a mild detergent and hang to dry. Do not dry clean. Do not iron. Keep away from all heat sources.

Fleece

Wash in warm water with mild detergent. Best to hang dry. Tumble drying puts unnecessary wear and tear on garment and causes premature pilling. Do not dry clean or iron. Best to wash your synthetic clothing together (polypropylenes, polyesters, nylons, etc) so lint does not build up on it during washing.

Helly Tech & Other Shells

Wash in warm water with a technical wash product. Secure all Velcro® adjustments, zip up all zippers including main zipper and adjust all draw cords to minimize ability to tangle around wash machine agitator. Do not use fabric softener as it breaks down Helly Tech. Tumble dry on low heat for 10-15 minutes. Do not dry clean or iron. For best performance, keep your jacket clean and tumble dry to re-activate the outer water repellency for improved performance. You will need to apply an after-market water repellency treatment as required.

Recommended products:

Nik-Wax Waterproofing for Synthetics – available at www.bigweathergear.com and most major specialty outdoor sporting goods stores.

Footwear

Leather – Salt is leathers worst enemy! After being exposed to salt, clean with a brush or wet sponge as soon as possible to maintain the integrity of the product. Dry the shoes with a dry cloth to absorb moisture. Never dry in unnatural conditions or direct sunlight. Apply an oil based, neutral leather cream to the shoes, in order to retain the value of the grain. Do a patch test in a discrete area before applying all over. If discoloration occurs, remove cream immediately. Synthetic – Wash away any stains with water and a brush. Some synthetics can be washed in a washing machine at a maximum temperature of 30 degrees Celsius (refer to the care instructions provided in the box). Dry shoes at room temperature using paper to absorb moisture. Never use a dryer.

Consumer’s Role

In addition to using the garment for its intended purpose, the consumer needs to follow a few simple care instructions.
    • Follow the washing instructions and clean the garment regularly to maintain the quality of the product.
    • Re-activate the outer water repellency on waterproof/breathable garments as needed.

Failure to follow the proper care instruction will void the warranty.

Online Since 1998

Bigweathergear.com, an innovative online store specializing in top quality apparel, footwear and accessories for active outdoor lifestyles, has been outfitting the online community since 1998. Our parent company, Helly Hansen Newport is the only Helly Hansen independently owned brand store in the United States that has been in business for over fifteen years. Situated on Narragansett Bay in picturesque Newport RI, the sailing capital of the world , our store was born in parallel to the world class outdoor activities you participate in. Our commitment to quality products and delivering an excellent customer experience are the major contributors to our long-term success.