BLACK YAK
Signature Jacket
Winter 2017.18

Published by Mountainblog on 12/23/2016.

BLACK YAK<br />Signature Jacket<br />Winter 2017.18

PALI LINE MEN | PDW7002

Style, function and warmth. The BLACKYAK Signature Jacket has been introduced to the collection as a brilliant new functional insulation item. This jacket is constructed using a mixed combination of lightweight and protective materials like Polartec® Alpha® that will provide you with a fantastic range of movement, comfort, warmth and breathability.

A high rise collar and great fitting hood tensioned with elastic for a perfect fi t raise the comfort. Cuff s and hem edge are under tension with our new “Y” shaped branded elastic for a perfect fit. The shoulders have been enhanced inside with 3D mesh, whilst CORDURA® protects the shoulders from the outside. This is a perfect regulator for comfort whilst carrying backpacks or skis. The CORDURA® backside panel is decorated with BLACKYAK’s tradition tonal branding and detailed laser perforation allowing transfer of moisture.

At the front of the jacket there are our large elasticated signature mesh storage pockets for all necessary belongings. Inside this jacket the final workmanship is very clean – a single zip pocket functions also as a storage sack.

SIZES: 48-54 | S – XL

PADDING: Polartec® Alpha®

FEATURES

2 big mesh chest pockets
1 inside pocket with zip
Anti slip Y-band at body hem and cuff s
High rise colar
Elasticated hood solution
3D mesh padding in shoulder
Laser perforated back panel
(for maximum ventilation)

FABRIC: Lightweight Stretch Nylon / Stretch CORDURA® Double Weave /4-Way Stretch CORDURA®

Powerful and majestic, the Yak moves continuously up the mountain. Fully loaded with expedition material, these animals are used to strain and hard work. Their robust form has enabled them to survive the ice age, continuing under the most arduous conditions. They live in the Himalayan Mountains. Yak’s also benefit people in many ways. They give wool, milk, and meat. They are perfect for riding or transporting large and heavy loads. It is effectively the Sherpa of Sherpa’s. The best friend of the mountain climber. For these reasons, BlackYak has chosen the Yak as a namesake and company logo. It symbolizes the connection with the mountain climbers, the Yaks, the mountains, nature. BlackYak was founded in 1973 in Seoul / South Korea. The company aim was to make the climbing process easier for mountaineers by providing them with the best possible clothing and product. In short, BlackYak seeks to be just as valuable a companion to mountaineers as the Yaks. The development work of BlackYak benefit ambitious mountaineers, ski tourers and hikers. They all value the functional clothing of BlackYak, which offers them protection against cold, wet and wind. South Korea is the second largest outdoor market in the world. As domestic market leader BlackYak’s growth continues. BlackYak will celebrate ist market launch in Europe with a technical and functional collection with a strong focus on European style and body fit. Based in the centre of Munich, BlackYak has established it’s new European headquarters. An in-house European team with extensive global experience in the development and production of high end outdoor clothing takes care of the development of the collection, and a successful launch on the European outdoor market..