- 86g/m² super lightweight 15 denier Nylon rip-stop
- Waterproof to a miminum of 30,000mm of hydrostatic head with a minimum MVTR of 21,000g/m²/24hrs
- Laminated to oleophobic, air permeable hydrophobic ePTFE and Nylon Tricot

General Properties

eVENT® Fabric is a Direct Venting™ waterproof barrier that marks a significant advancement in ePTFE laminate technology. Using proprietary and patented Dry System™ technology, eVENT® Fabric sets a new standard for comfort by allowing perspiration to dissipate and vent without saturating the inside of the fabric.

At the core of eVENT® Fabric is an ePTFE (expanded Polytetrafluoroethylene) film that has been rendered oil-repellant, and thereby free from body-oil contamination, via a method that retains both the inherent open-pore structure of the membrane as well as its hydrophobic properties.

The eVENT® family of fabrics are the smartest choice for athletes and adventurers who need and demand the highest possible performance and comfort from their apparel and footwear.

Most importantly, eVENT® Fabric presents an improvement you will actually feel.

General Properties

eVENT® Fabric is a Direct Venting™ waterproof barrier that marks a significant advancement in ePTFE laminate technology. Using proprietary and patented Dry System™ technology, eVENT® Fabric sets a new standard for comfort by allowing perspiration to dissipate and vent without saturating the inside of the fabric.

At the core of eVENT® Fabric is an ePTFE (expanded Polytetrafluoroethylene) film that has been rendered oil-repellant, and thereby free from body-oil contamination, via a method that retains both the inherent open-pore structure of the membrane as well as its hydrophobic properties.

The eVENT® family of fabrics are the smartest choice for athletes and adventurers who need and demand the highest possible performance and comfort from their apparel and footwear.

Most importantly, eVENT® Fabric presents an improvement you will actually feel.

1. Water and windproof stretch fabric.

2. Breathable c_change™ climate membrane.

3. Comfortable lining with triple layer weave.

Light two and three layer construction with water and windproof, elastic and moisture vapor permeable membrane. WB-formula provides protection from wind and rain while simultaneously allowing water vapor to escape to the outside. The elastic membrane permits the development of stretch fabrics with the highest level of clothing comfort.

Areas of use:
Jackets and pants for skiing, active sports, outdoor.

Basic properties:

• Permanent elasticity
• Wind and waterproof
• Breathable
• Moisture vapour permeable
• High level of comfort

Construction:
Elastic materials laminated to a new PU membrane technology utilizing state of the art types of breathable lamination systems available in either two-layer  or three-layer construction.

Extremely abrasion and tear resistant fabric with Kevlar for top quality protection.

This extreme protective fabric was originally developed for motorcycle racing. High-tensile aramide fibres, such as Kevlar®, ensure high durability as well as temperature stability in combination with a high level of clothing comfort.

PITTARDS Armortan for..

Abrasion resistance
Pittards Armortan® provide enhanced abrasion resistance, preventing wear and tear on contact surface for increased durability.

POLARTEC Windbloc

Windproof fleece keeps you safe from whatever Nature throws at you.

Polartec Windbloc fabrics block 100% of the wind and offer maximum protection from the cold and the elements. The soft hand, stretch and Durable Water Repellent (DWR) finish combine to make this the highest quality, most comfortable windproof fleece product on the market.

How does it work?

Polartec Windbloc fabrics combine the warth of Polartec thermal fabrics with a polyurethane barrier membrane that allows moisture vapour transmission and is completely windproof and water resistant, eliminating the need for a windbreaker or additional shell.

These fabrics are very durable, quiet and non-pilling, and have enhanced stretch and recovery, making them approriate for general outer wear and accessories where weather protection is desirable.

Technical Highlights

• Windproof and water repellent
• Warmth without weight
• Stretch for active comfort
• Less noise than a hardshell
• Breathable
• Durable
• Machine washable

GORE Windstopper:

The WINDSTOPPER membrane system provides a windproof barrier that is extremely breathable. It prevents cold wind from cutting through fabric but allows the body heat to ventilate.

GORE-TEX® fabrics are created by laminating our GORE-TEX® membrane to high-performance textiles, then sealing them with an innovative solution for 100% waterproof protection.

MEMBRANE

The properties of the GORE-TEX® membrane at a glance:

• Durably waterproof
• Very breathable
• Highly cold resistant
• Extremely light
• Resistent to flexing

The secret of GORE-TEX® fabrics lies within its revolutionary bi-component membrane.

The expanded PTFE portion of the membrane contains over 9 billion microscopic pores per square inch. These pores are approximately 20,000 times smaller than a drop of water, but 700 times bigger than a molecule of moisture vapour. So whilst water droplets cannot penetrate the GORE-TEX® membrane, moisture vapour (a gas) can easily escape.

Integrated into the ePTFE structure is an oleophobic, or oil hating substance that allows moisture vapour to pass through, but creates a physical barrier to contaminating substances such as oils, cosmetics, insect repellents and food substances.

The result is a totally waterproof, windproof and breathable membrane.

LAMINATES

Would you wear cycling gear to go snowboarding? Or motorcycling gear to play golf? Probably not. Each activity has its own specific product and its own GORE-TEX® laminates.

To construct a GORE-TEX® laminate, we bond the GORE-TEX® membrane between high performance fabrics that are extremely breathable. These laminates can be used to make an entire garment, boot or glove, or be built in as reinforcements in high wear/high abrasion areas.

SEAM SEALING

The holes made by needles in seams may be small, but they can cause leaks. That's why even the most waterproof, breathable, windproof fabric won't keep you dry and comfortable if the seams are not completely sealed.

For absolute weatherproofness, GORE-TEX® products rely on GORE-SEAM® TAPE and MICRO GORE-SEAM® TAPE technologies. These tapes completely seal every tiny hole created by sewing machine needles when GORE-TEX® fabric is made into garments, footwear or gloves.

Narrower and lighter in weight, MICRO GORE-SEAM® TAPE allows for more functional and modern designs with tighter curves.

HOW DOES IT WORK?

Subject other technical fabrics to hard use or frequent washing and chances are they will quickly lose effectiveness. Not GORE-TEX® fabrics. They are guaranteed to be completely waterproof, windproof and breathable for the life of the product.

GUARANTEED TO KEEP YOU DRY?

If you are not completely satisfied with the waterproofness, windproofness or breathability of your GORE-TEX® outerwear then we will repair, replace or refund your purchase price.

All GORE-TEX® garments and footwear carry the above mentioned Guaranteed to Keep You Dry™ brand promise.

If you find any reason for complaint, return the item to the store where it was purchased. They will tell you what to do in order to remedy the problem.

All GORE-TEX® garments and footwear carry the above mentioned Guaranteed to Keep You Dry™ brand promise.

If you find any reason for complaint, return the item to the store where it was purchased. They will tell you what to do in order to remedy the problem.

GORETEX Performance Shell

Designed to provide breathable comfort and durable waterproof protection, these shells are ideal for a wide range of outdoor activities and outerwear garment requirements.

GORETEX Paclite Shell

The lightest, most packable waterproof, windproof, and breathable outerwear garments, GORE-TEX® Paclite® Shells are ideal when weight and space are critical.

GORE-TEX PACLITE uses a protective layer on the membrane made froman oil-hating substance and carbon. This substance allows water vapour to pass through, but is a physical barrier that prevents contamination from oil, cosmetics, insect repellent and food substances which could ohtherwise affect the waterproof performance.

Gore's advanced processing techniques allow the membrane to retain adequate durability. No separate lining is required, making GORE-TEX PACLITE clothing lighter andsmaller to pack away than clothing made from 2 or 3 layer laminates.

GORETEX Pro Shell

Constructed to be soft and warm with improved freedom of movement. Ideal for reduced layering in colder conditions for your outerwear needs.

GORETEX Soft Shell

Engineered to meet the outerwear demands of outdoor professionals and serious enthusiasts. Ideal for extended and extreme conditions.

ENTRANT^® DT Stretch

• 109g/m² 2.5 layer 50 denier 100% Nylon stretch with microporous Entrant DT coating and internal 'mesh' print
• Waterproof to a minimum of 10,000mm hydrostatic head with a minimum MVTR of 8,000g/m²/24hrs (JIS L 1099 A-1)

FREEFLOW^® Ballistic

• 16% Aramid, 78% Polyamide, 6% Polyurethane
• High tensile strength and abrasion resistance

FREEFLOW^® Stretch

• 3 Layer PU laminate stretch Nylon
• Enhances movement and abrasion resistance

- Weight: 109gsm

- Breathability (MVTR): 15,000gsm/24hr

- Waterproofness (Hydrostatic Head): 20,000mm

Gelanots®

Our true test of Gelanots® began in June 2000 when two intrepid walkers started a honeymoon adventure with a difference, a 319 day walk from Northern Sweden to Southern Spain. Both were armed with bright yellow prototype Gelanots® rain suits using new super-light ripstop Gelanots® .

These garments became daily attire as they battled gale force winds and teeming rain, not to mention the worst floods since 1947. The fact that they resembled two comical bananas was of little concern, for they were dry, warm and comfortable.

Gelanots® is our new, high tech, waterproof breathable fabric. It breathes via a molecular transfer of moisture through a non microporous hydrophilic membrane.

Gelanots® is very light and has an extremely soft handle for a laminated three layer (mesh backed) fabric. The outer surface of the fabric has a durable, water repellent finish to enhance breathability, repel stains, and prevent the outer surface of the fabric waterlogging.

Gelanots® performed beyond all expectations during our honeymooner’s 7,300km odyssey and has now become our premium high performance back packing fabric.

Gelanots® is available in three weights:

1/ 115gram/m² ripstop nylon for super-light multi-sport.
2/ 130gram/m² polyester for lightweight travel.
3/ 160gram/m² nylon for backpacking and heavy duty wear.