Polartec the Science of Fabric
POLARTEC Eurobike Previews
Fabric technology innovators, Polartec have been protecting outdoor adventurers with their fabric innovation for over a century. Now they are fast becoming a trusted name in the cycling world.
Media Information Eurobike 2018 Polartec Eurobike Previews Fabric technology innovators, Polartec, have been protecting outdoor adventurers with their fabric innovation for over a century. Now they are fast becoming a trusted name in the cycling world. Polartec produces technical fabrics – unmatched in their research and design capabilities and proven to keep cyclists cool, warm, dry and comfortable. It͛s the reason why so many of cycling͛s biggest and best brands are now choosing to use Polartec materials in their new clothing. Wear Polartec Delta in the sun. This cooling, next-to-the-skin fabric uses a specialised elevated knit construction to increase airflow, allow more efficient moisture dispersal, and reduce friction against the skin. When the days turn cooler, change into Polartec Alpha – a revolution in comfort and ease. Its active insulation and adaptable breathability regulates core body temperature, both during dynamic and static activities. No more adding or removing layers mid-cycle. And when the heavens open pop on Polartec NeoShell – an engineering breakthrough for breathable waterproof technology, with an unrivaled ability to stop water and wind permeation without restricting the release of excess body heat – because what͛s the point of waterproof, if you͛re soaked in sweat? (more…)
POLARTEC Eurobike Previews
Fabric technology innovators, Polartec, have been protecting outdoor adventurers with their fabric innovation for over a century. Now they are fast becoming a trusted name in the cycling world.
Polartec produces technical fabrics – unmatched in their research and design capabilities and proven to keep cyclists cool, warm, dry and comfortable. It’s the reason why so many of cycling’s biggest and best brands are now choosing to use Polartec materials in their new clothing. (more…)
Polartec Introduces 100% Recycled
Power Fill™ Insulation
Polartec, the premium provider of innovative textile solutions, introduces the upgraded Polartec® Power Fill™ insulation, now made from 100% post-consumer recycled (PCR) materials. This best-in-class fill insulation led the industry when it was introduced with 80% recycled content just one year ago, and now has reached this sought after milestone more quickly than previously thought possible. Long a leader in sustainable fabrics, Polartec has now upcycled over one billion post-consumer plastic bottles into hundreds of fabric styles and category-creating platforms. (more…)
Dynafit’s, Benedikt Böhm, Cycles, Runs and Skis Mt. Damavand in an Incredible 14 Hours Kitted out in Polartec Alpha.
On Monday 16th April, we heard the news that Benedikt Böhm, extreme ski mountaineer and member of the Dynafit team ski club, had returned from Iran after cycling, running, hiking and skiing up Mount Damavand in an incredible 14 hours and 20 minutes all whilst kitted out in Dynafit’s new spring/summer 2018 range which uses Polartec Alpha active insulation fabric.
A real achievement, Böhm set off at 1:03 am before biking 120 km up a 3,020 m climb followed by running 4.7 km and hiking and skiing for a further 3.3 km after which he reached the summit. In total Böhm travelled 130 km and climbed 5,970 vertical metres in less than 15 hours. (more…)
Polartec creates custom fabrics for Teton Bros
Industry leaders in fabric innovation, Polartec, announce the creation of a full range of performance fabrics for Japanese apparel brand Teton Bros. This exciting, close-working collaboration has resulted in custom fabric development by Polartec; and some of the most considered apparel for skiing and life around it. (more…)
Polartec, Title sponsor of the 19th
Tour Du Rutor Extreme 2018
Polartec®, a leader in the production of innovative fabric solutions, is pleased to announce that for another year they will be among the title sponsors of the 19th edition Tour du Rutor Extreme 2018. (more…)
Polartec Power Wool: The Pieces You’ll Never Take Off
Wool gets a lot of well-deserved hype. A natural fiber, it’s anti stink and stays warm and breathable even when wet. You could call it nature’s performance thread. (more…)
Diversification strategies and sustainability at Polartec. Interview with Eric Yung
At OutDoor Show 2017 Eric Yung (Director of Sales & Marketing International) talks about two important points for the outdoor market: sustaniability and diversification strategies. What is the situation at Polartec? Watch the video interview.
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Polartec® Celebrates What’s New
For SS 2018 at This OutDoor
It’s always good to keep an eye on what’s in the pipeline for the year ahead. So here, we’ve pulled together the latest cutting edge products to be launched using Polartec fabrics.
Inov8: With innovative Polartec® Alpha® insulation, the men’s AT/C Thermoshell [pictured, black] from Inov8 delivers lightweight, packable warmth with superior breathability. Perfect for running in changeable, cool conditions and through different phases of physical activity Polartec® Alpha® will provide active insulation whilst offering exceptional breathability.
Mammut: The Aconcagua Light ML Jacket [pictured, green] uses Polartec® Power Grid™, a Bluesign approved fabric with UPF 50+. Thanks to Polartec® Power Grid™ the jacket has superior wicking capabilities and the grid channels reduce weight whilst increasing warmth. This jacket is fast drying, highly breathable, lightweight with easy care properties making it the ideal mid layer.
Mountain Equipment: Using Polartec’s latest base layer technology – Delta – Mountain Equipment is launching the Izoard short-sleeve Polo top [pictured, blue]. Perfect for trekking in hot climates, this lightweight and superfast drying polo is essential warm weather kit. Polartec® Delta™ uses a combination of natural yarns and synthetic fibres. Cotton offers immediate and long term cooling ability and synthetics deliver fast dry time and reduced wet cling.
Montane: The new Venom Hoodie [men]; Viper Hoodie [women] uses the highly versatile Polartec® Thermal Pro® fabric for lightweight versatility. Delivering a great warmth-to-weight ratio, this mid-weight fleece is fast drying offering superb stretch throughout. Features include articulated sleeves and two brushed micro fleece-lined hand pockets.
Outdoor Research: Another brand to capitalise on Polartec’s latest development in base layer technology, Outdoor Research’s Gauge sleeveless tee [men] and Gauge SS Tee [women] uses Polartec® Delta™. The ultimate top for training in hot climes, this tee is designed to cool as well as cotton and dry like a synthetic fabric thanks to its unique, woven construction.
All the above products will be on display on the respective brand’s stands or visit Polartec booth number A4-200 where you will see a snapshot of what’s new for spring/summer 2018.
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