One of the best insulation is PrimaLoft®. Polyester fiber insulation

- This is a synthetic material that has high thermal insulation properties. When it was created Albany International very scrupulously studied the structure of goose down and put it into the basis of the material. The fibers of this insulation are very thin and look like goose down more than the fibers of any other synthetic material. It is this similarity that gives it the thermal properties of down. The coefficient of thermal resistance for goose down is 2.18, and for -2.15. This is a very high figure, because other synthetic fibers do not even come close to this value.

The filler has a long-fiber structure, thanks to which it restores its volume better and faster than similar materials. Even after a huge number of washes and dryers, the material does not deform. The fibers are endowed with water-repellent properties that help any liquid drain or evaporate. This ensures that PrimaLoft products stay dry at all times.

Laboratory studies have shown that PrimaLoft has exactly the same softness as goose down, and it is much softer than similar heat-insulating materials. Thanks to this characteristic of the material, all products made from it take the necessary shape: sit down on the figure, and the blanket exclusively fits the body of a sleeping person.

Another great advantage of this material is that it breathes and allows moisture to evaporate. Its air gaps are very small for moisture to penetrate, but large in order to allow the moisture formed inside to evaporate. To keep a person warm, a small volume of PrimaLoft is enough.

It can be highly compressed, and this will not affect the quality and structure of the material. In a short period of time, the material completely returns to its original volume. In terms of the above parameters, it surpasses all its synthetic and natural counterparts. Of all the world-famous heaters, only PrimaLoft has the ability to retain moisture due to the silicone treatment of the fibers. Such a heater, in comparison with similar materials, absorbs 3 times less moisture, it is 14% warmer when dry and 24% warmer when wet. Due to its long-fibre structure, similar to fluff, the filler restores its volume better than other materials even after many washes and dryers. The water-repellent properties of the microfibers help any liquid run off or evaporate, allowing the wearer of ® products to stay dry and warm at all times.

Scientific tests have shown that "®" has the same softness as fluff, and much softer than other synthetic fibers. Due to the softness of this fiber clothes, made from it, sits perfectly on the figure, and the blanket or hugs the body of the sleeping person. Try the sample to the touch, and you yourself will feel how magnificent it is! This wonderful material not only repels water and retains volume when wet, it is breathable, allowing moisture to escape. Its microscopic air layers are too small for moisture to penetrate, but large enough to release moisture from the inside. A small volume "®" is enough to accumulate human heat. It can be strongly compressed, after which this material completely returns to its original volume. In these parameters, it surpasses both synthetic and natural materials.

Of the world brands - heaters, only ® has the property of not retaining moisture due to the silicone treatment of the fibers. As the table shows, more number fibers, the more the insulation absorbs moisture:

PrimaLoft PL1-75%
PrimaLoft Sport-400%
Polarguard 3D-500%
Thinsulate LiteLoft-995%
MicroLoft (DuPont)-1730

Other well-known synthetic materials do not even come close to such indicators. Due to its long-fibre structure, similar to fluff, the filler restores its volume better than other materials even after many washes and dryers. The water-repellent properties of the microfibers help any liquid run off or evaporate, allowing the Primaloft® wearer to stay dry and warm at all times.

Try the sample to the touch, and you yourself will feel how magnificent it is! This wonderful material not only repels water and retains volume when wet, it is breathable, allowing moisture to escape. Its microscopic air layers are too small for moisture to penetrate, but large enough to release moisture from the inside. A small volume of Primaloft® is enough to store human heat. It can be strongly compressed, after which this material completely returns to its original volume. In these parameters, it surpasses both synthetic and natural materials.
The human body has a normal temperature of 36.6 degrees Celsius but is often found in places that make it noticeably colder! PrimaLoft ® retains your body heat to keep you warm and comfortable even in extreme cold.

First of all, PrimaLoft© insulation is lightweight and durable, and also has excellent thermal insulation properties. In addition, it is perfectly breathable, and its hygienic properties are much superior to those of ordinary goose down. These excellent results have been achieved due to the thermal properties of new microfibers, whose structure has been copied from goose down microfibers. Thus, the thermal resistance of goose down is 2.18, and for PrimaLoft insulation - 2.15, which indicates better thermal insulation synthetic insulation compared to down. So far, not a single widely used synthetic insulation has come close to such indicators.

PrimaLoft insulation is great as a filler for outerwear or a sleeping bag, as it is lightweight and has a volume comparable to that of down. Compared to goose down, PrimaLoft insulation is water-repellent and hypoallergenic.
Albany International researchers have also achieved excellent breathability properties of the insulation due to microscopic air gaps. On the surface of PrimaLoft microfibers, due to their very small size, air molecules accumulate, which provide high thermal insulation properties of the insulation with a relatively thin insulating layer. Thanks to these hollow fibers of large diameter, the so-called "Loft" is maintained during prolonged use, washing, compressing and drying.

As such, this lightweight, highly insulating, and quick-drying insulation is one of the leading insulators in the field of equipment and outerwear insulation.

There are several types of insulation:

Primaloft® One

it is one of the best insulating (insulating) materials. It is created using microfiber technology, the closest in characteristics to natural down in terms of structural, thermal and tactile characteristics. It is the only fill in which each fiber has a permanent, water resistant treatment.

Very thin fibers are specially processed using patented technologies and then woven to form an incredibly soft, lightweight and moisture-proof insulation.
PrimaLoft ®One absorbs 3x less water, is 14% warmer dry and 24% warmer wet than other materials.

PrimaLoft© One insulation is most often used as insulation for both urban clothing and outerwear for outdoor activities. In the production of PrimaLoft© One insulation, ultra-thin microfibers are used, which allow maintaining the thermal insulation properties of the insulation with low weight and volume. The thermal insulation properties of PrimaLoft© One are 0.92 clo/oz/yd2 dry and 0.9 clo/oz/yd2 wet (the higher the thermal insulation performance of the material, the higher the thermal insulation value). It is PrimaLoft© One that retains the greatest thermal insulation and practically does not lose it when wet. It protects from the wind and dries faster than goose down .

Application of PrimaLoft© One:

PrimaLoft® Sport

PrimaLoft® Sport is a high-quality insulation made with technologies that combine ultra-fine and variable diameter fibers for maximum high efficiency thermal insulation. PrimaLoft® Sport is the technology by which PrimaLoft® Sport is made, combining ultra-fine and variable diameter fibers to achieve these characteristics. Specially processed ultra-fine fibers provide a water-repellent structure, while variable diameter fibers help shape the material.

If your desire for a great weekend is to spend it in nature, ® Sport allows you to feel comfortable, like you are at home, even when it gets wet.

PrimaLoft® Sport insulation is used for the production of clothing and products for extreme conditions, since this type of insulation is thinner and lighter. The thermal insulation properties of PrimaLoft© Sport are 0.79 clo/oz/yd2 dry and 0.72 clo/oz/yd2 wet.

Application of PrimaLoft® Sport:

® Eco

insulation designed for lovers of environmental materials. It is made from 50% recycled ultra-fine fibers and standard PrimaLoft fibers. In combination, the fibers create an effective heat-insulating and moisture-resistant structure. clothing, made using Eco, will provide its owners with dryness, warmth and comfort.

The eco-friendly PrimaLoft® thermal insulation option contains at least 50% recycled ultra-fine fiber material and combines with standard PrimaLoft® fibers to create a thermally efficient and water-resistant insulation structure. Due to the increased softness and ease of insulation shoes, which uses PrimaLoft® Eco footwear will keep you dry and comfortable.

® Infinity

these are heat-insulating blocks that can compress 20% more than similar insulating materials. This type of insulation has a fairly light and soft structure due to the use of ultra-thin fibers in the production. Infinity has high thermal insulation and moisture resistance. The fibers, united by a single thread, prevent the appearance of cold spots in the insulating material and ensure the uniformity of the insulation structure over its entire surface. PrimaLoft Infinity provides excellent protection from the cold even when completely wet. This material retains its shape and quality even after numerous washes and dryers.

® Yarn

These are threads that are a mixture of PrimaLoft fibers and sheep's wool. This combination is most suitable for the manufacture of outerwear. fibers PrimaLoft Yarn Twice as fine as cashmere fibers for a softer feel. This material has the property of quickly absorbing moisture from the surface of the skin and bringing it to the surface of the fabric, and this provides additional dryness and comfort.

® SYNERGY

it's cutting edge thermal insulation material, which is created on the basis of weaving thin and ultra-thin fibers and combining them into a single thread. The insulation has excellent thermal insulation characteristics. PrimaLoft SYNERGY is a moisture resistant material used in the manufacture of sleeping bags and outerwear.

® 4 Flex

an innovative technology for creating insulation that can stretch in all four directions and immediately recover easily without losing its insulating and water-repellent properties. This insulation is ideal for use in outerwear and gloves - items where maximum stretch for free movement is important. Including winter sportswear.

® Grip Technology

Provides maximum grip for gloves and shoes. It is designed to prevent slipping of gloves and shoes where needed for a secure and stable grip. This technology is especially relevant for climbers, ski racers, motorcyclists or golfers and anyone who needs a warm, comfortable, waterproof clothes or shoes with the additional ability to firmly hold the handle of the desired projectile or tool.

Primaloft® Thermoball™

The latest synthetic insulation from , which very accurately copies the structure of the fluff. Outwardly, the novelty resembles a rolled up cotton ball, which served as the name - Thermoball . Until this development, all synthetic insulation was a mixture of hollow fibers that looked little like fluff outwardly and only partly repeating its properties. Insulation as a whole repeats the properties One, but 15% warmer per unit weight, matching down with Fill Power 600. This means that the ability to restore its volume after compression is equivalent to fluff and to hold an equivalent amount of air between the fibers, which serves as a heat insulator. As in the case with One, the developers have placed special emphasis on maintaining heat-insulating properties Thermoball when wet, which was confirmed by numerous tests in the field.

Primaloft Down Blend

Despite the obvious successes in the field of improving synthetic insulation, they do not want to refuse the use of fluff even in Inc. However, all experts are well aware of its main disadvantages - low thermal insulation when wet and slow drying, to which the disadvantage mentioned above is added - a high price for the manufacturer, and, as a result, for the end user. Creation Primaloft Down blend designed to overcome these shortcomings.

The essence of the technology comes down to mixing natural fluff and artificial fibers Primaloft Ultra Fine, close to it in the property to restore its volume after compression and retain the maximum amount of air between the fibers. In addition to this fluff treated with a water repellent. These measures made it possible to reduce the cost of the hybrid insulation without losing quality, to ensure acceptable thermal insulation properties of the wet mixture, and also to increase its drying rate by 4 times compared to ordinary fluff!

® Performance Down is available in two versions:

– Gold Insulation Down Blend - goose down 70% (fluff pen 90/10) - synthetic fibers 30%. 1.23 ClO dry versus 1.18 CLO wet.
– PrimaLoft Silver Insulations Down Blend- duck fluff 60% (fluff feather 85/15) - synthetic fibers 40%. 1.14 ClO dry versus 1.07 CLO wet.
Thus, the new combined insulation corresponds in terms of its thermal insulation properties to high-quality down with an index of FP 750 and FP 600, respectively. At the same time, thanks to the inclusion of synthetics and moisture-repellent impregnation of down, it continues to work even when wet with virtually no loss.

Ceramic Technology

The collaboration between the companies and Goldwin has resulted in a new generation of insulation technologies. The achievement of the development was the combination of microfibers with ceramic fibers, which together create a more functional insulation. The new product is called Kodenshi. Goldwin introduces new material for the first time in Japan autumn 2005, as one of 12 of its licensed merchandise. clothing and with the new insulation had good sales figures.

Characteristics:

high thermal inertia
nano-ceramic particles in fiber
improved physiological comfort
improved softness

What is Kodenshi?

Kodenshi are ceramic fibers. The specially designed ceramic particles incorporated into the filaments efficiently absorb the body's infrared radiation and reflect back more heat. Infrared radiation excites the body's water molecules. Excited water molecules colliding with each other produce heat that warms you from the inside.

It is believed that the human body has a perfectly balanced temperature. Living in today's busy world, most of us do not pay due attention to ourselves and our body, as we should. This leads to stress, eating disorders, lack of physical activity, etc. These “products” of everyday life lead to imbalance

human body temperature. It is believed that when body temperature is not properly balanced it causes the body to “freeze”. Kodenshi helps to burn your body from the inside, allowing you to stay warm and comfortable.

Kodenshi creates optimal warmth for winter sports. It is a highly effective thermal insulation material that absorbs the heat generated by the body and effectively retains this heat at a comfortable level for the human body. This comfortable warmth is ideal for ski wear, mid layers and sports underwear.

Used 40, 60 and 100 gr.

Kodenshi Pro Down

high-tech fluff, combining best qualities natural down and KODENSHI fibers, which provide thermal insulation properties with the help of infrared rays.

900FP Down

Natural with the best recovery rates. 550FP is usually considered high quality, 700-800FP is also, but as they say, there can always be something better.

SYNERGY is an advanced thermal insulation material that is created by interlacing fine and ultra-thin fibers and combining them into a single thread. The insulation has excellent thermal insulation characteristics. PrimaLoft SYNERGY is a moisture resistant material used in the manufacture of sleeping bags and outerwear.

Care instructions for products with PrimaLoft© insulation:

Follow these care instructions for garments made with PrimaLoft insulation. Machine wash and rinse in cold water in delicate mode. Tumble dry at medium temperature on a gentle spin cycle. Dry cleaning, bleaching, ironing or steaming is prohibited.

A bit of theory

The amount of thermal energy produced by a person depends on the individual characteristics of a person, how he feels, and even on how well he ate and slept. The role of clothing with insulation is to preserve this very energy.

thermal insulation- the process of reducing heat transfer between the body and the environment. It is not for nothing that insulators in English are always defined by the word Insulation - insulation.

A vacuum environment has a minimum thermal conductivity, and the most affordable heat insulator with low thermal conductivity is dry air. It is dry, since moisture is a good conductor. The more air molecules the insulation holds in one cubic centimeter, the better its thermal insulation properties.

Air is always in motion - warm tends to rise, cold falls down, this factor must also be taken into account when developing insulated clothing.

Thus, the main task of the clothing insulation is to keep the air warmed by our body inside, and not let the cold outside.

Important quantities that allow you to describe the quality of the insulation:

R value- the value of thermal resistance of the insulating layer. Specified in CLO. The higher the R-value, the better the thermal insulation properties of the material.

Fill Power(F.P.)- the most common indicator of the quality of insulation (usually natural fluff). This characteristic shows the ability of the insulation to recover after compression. The higher the FP value, the warmer the garment for the same weight of down. Some companies operating in the European and American markets sometimes indicate the double value of the FP-750 F.P. Euro, 850 F.P. USA. This is due to the fact that the quality standards in these areas are somewhat different. By the way, all synthetic analogues have characteristics similar to FP600 down.
One of the most important characteristics of a heater is the value of thermal resistance per unit weight of insulation. From this indicator depends on how heavy the insulated jacket for specific temperature conditions.
Durability- an essential characteristic, especially considering the considerable price tag for high-quality insulated clothing. For example, cheap heaters can fall off, cake over time, changing their density, which leads to a decrease in thermal insulation properties. Perhaps someone noticed that after washing, some insulated products retained heat an order of magnitude weaker.
hydrophobicity(describes the interaction of the material with water). Synthetic insulation, as a rule, is not hygroscopic, i.e. do not retain moisture. What can not be said about fluff. For insulation to be as versatile and effective as possible, it must retain heat in humid conditions.
Compressibility. One of the most important tasks of outdoor workers collecting backpack, pick up equipment as light and compact as possible. The most important advantage of down products is their minimum volume when folded. Modern synthetic insulation may be inferior to down in terms of compression, but it is definitely close to it. Often vest or the jacket can be folded into your own pocket.

Elasticity. With regard to heaters, this is the ability to restore the original structure, in fact, the volume. The structure of synthetic fibers most often recovers faster than fluff. Partly, therefore, in down jackets, it is not uncommon to make inserts with synthetic insulation in the shoulder area and on the sides. jackets where the pressure is greatest.

Because and shoes will save your heat in different ways, depending on how much of this heat your body emits, then it’s worth formulating purchase recommendations based on the degree of expected human activity on the street in winter.

high activity

If you will use clothes or shoes at temperatures up to -10-15 degrees Celsius, then when buying outerwear, you can limit yourself to insulation densities of up to 100 grams. For shoes - it will be quite comfortable to have a seal of 200 grams.

At temperatures of -20-30 degrees Celsius, it is better to choose clothes with a heater with a density of 150-200 grams, with a heater up to 400 grams. You can, of course, buy shoes and with denser insulation, but it is highly likely that with high physical activity it will be just hot in such shoes. If you just want to have a "heat reserve" just in case, then it's better to buy shoes albeit with a denser insulation, but always with the use of membrane fabrics that can remove excess heat.

Average activity

Up to -15 is quite suitable with 150-200 grams of insulation, perhaps even a range of 100-150 grams is enough, but everything will depend on other clothes under the jacket. Shoes should be chosen in the range of insulation density-200-400 grams.

From -15 degrees and below, for outerwear, insulation from 200 grams will already be appropriate. If the activity is not related to sports and the size of the outerwear is not important, then in this case, perhaps even warmer clothes will turn out to be down jacket. As for shoes, here you should choose models with insulation with a density above 400 grams, but probably not more than 1000 grams, because. Otherwise, your feet will just sweat.

Low activity

Up to temperatures of -5-10 degrees, clothes with a heater of 200 grams may well be enough. At lower temperatures, it is still better to buy clothes with natural insulation ( fluff or down/feather blend).

As for shoes, in this case up to -10-15 degrees are quite suitable or boots with a heater with a density of 600-1000 grams, at lower temperatures it is already possible to choose models with a heater density of 1000+ grams.

Terminology used in English-language sources

As in any industry, there are a number of abbreviations and concepts in thermal insulation technologies.
Loft - thickness of the insulating layer.
Clo is a measure of heat.
Thermalweight efficiency - ratio of measure of heat to weight.
Compressibility - the degree of compression of the material under pressure.
Fiber blend - the composition of the insulation. Blend of fibers.

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A set of windproof smoke (jacket) and warm lining with Primaloft ® Black insulation, which can be worn separately as a stand-alone jacket Smoke: Can be worn with or without lining High and wide collar. A hood with a peak in which plastic is inserted to give a rigid form. The hood has three adjustments for a precise fit Front zipper with two locks, unfastens both from above and below Windproof flap covering the front zipper Velcro cuffs for smooth adjustment of the wrist girth Front flap and pockets are fastened with Canadian (on a tape leg) buttons , which have greater reliability compared to conventional buttons. Buttons are oversized for easy handling when wearing thick gloves Volumetric pockets on the torso have a fold-over entry to protect the contents from falling out Pockets: 2 volume pockets on the chest 2 volumetric pockets on the bottom of the jacket 2 Napoleon pockets with zippers on the chest One flat pocket on the left sleeve and one inside on the left with a zipper Drawstrings: at the waist and bottom of the jacket, with elastic cords to protect against the penetration of cold under clothing ) Fastening to the smoke and fastening when worn as a separate jacket is done using convenient American-style lenticular buttons. Hood adjustable to the shape of the face. Hood lined with fleece for a comfortable fit Underarm vents Knitted cuffs for comfort Inside left zip pocket 65% Polyester Smoka Lining: Fine Blend, 35% Cotton, 65% Polyester Liner Main Fabric: 100% Polyester Liner Insulation: Body - Primaloft ® Black 2×133 g/m 2 Sleeves - Primaloft ® Black 2×80 g/m 2 Product weight: 46/176 size -1969 g 50/176 size -2097 g 54/182 size -2181 g 56-58/188 size -2439 g Also on the site are models of trousers with insulation Primaloft ® YOU MAY BE INTERESTED IN: We highly recommend front loading washing machines, if you own a top loading machine we recommend washing clothes and equipment in a mesh laundry bag to protect against possible damage. and parts of the washing machine drum. Close all zippers and velcro fasteners and fully loosen all adjustments before washing. If the upper fabric is membrane, then it is better to wash the product with the lining out (turned inside out). Wash on a delicate cycle at 30°C with a double rinse cycle (it is better to use two rinse cycles to ensure that all detergent residues are removed from the fabric and insulation) and spin at medium speed. It is acceptable to use a tumble dryer at medium temperature (40-60°C) for 30-40 minutes or until completely dry, if the top fabric is membrane, it is better to dry the product with the lining out (turned inside out). You can dry the product in a suspended state with the lining out. To remove stubborn stains, before washing, treat the stains with a special product such as Grangers Performance Wash or Nikwax Tech Wash, allowing the detergent to soak in for 10-15 minutes. It is better to store clothes and equipment with synthetic insulation in a straightened (not compressed) state. How to restore the DWR treatment on insulated clothing or equipment DWR is a special polymer applied to the surface of the fabric to make it water-repellent. DWR processing is not forever. During the operation of the product, as well as after a certain number of washes, the effectiveness of DWR decreases. If water droplets have stopped rolling off the surface of the fabric and wet the fabric even after washing, it's time to restore the splash protection treatment. We recommend the use of specific fabric re-spray formulations, either sprayed or poured into the washing machine, such as Grangers Clothing Repel or Performance Repel, or Nikwax TX.Direct Wash-In or Spray-On. First wash the product according to the washing instructions, then use the selected composition to restore the splash-proof treatment by spraying it directly on the front of the product while it is still damp, or running a second wash cycle, first pouring the required amount of wash-in into the washing machine . The manufacturer's instructions for the restoration of the splashproof treatment on the packaging must be followed exactly. Many DWR reconditioning products require heat activation, so it is best to dry treated clothing and equipment in a tumble dryer or dryer at medium temperature (40-60°C) for 40-50 minutes or until completely dry.

Top material - Thickened natural chrome leather Lining - synthetic material Alpine Insulation - Primaloft ® Eco Footwear 200 g / m 2 Sole - Vibram ® Commandos, molded from special. rubber, heat-resistant, petrol- and oil-protective Method of attaching the sole - doppel-glue (similar to welt-stitched with reinforced heel fastening with brass nails) on loops and hooks Toe cap - Reinforced thermoplastic material (TM) Heel counter - Rigid, molded Arch support - Metal Weight (pair 42 rubles) 1.32 kg Sizes -40-46 (6-12 according to the English size system) Insulation: Primaloft ® Eco Footwear 200 g/m2

A set of windproof smoke (jacket) and warm lining with Primaloft ® Black insulation, which can be worn separately as a stand-alone jacket Smoke: Can be worn with or without lining High and wide collar. A hood with a peak in which plastic is inserted to give a rigid form. The hood has three adjustments for a precise fit Front zipper with two locks, unfastens both from above and below Windproof flap covering the front zipper Velcro cuffs for smooth adjustment of the wrist girth Front flap and pockets are fastened with Canadian (on a tape leg) buttons , which have greater reliability compared to conventional buttons. Buttons are oversized for easy handling when wearing thick gloves Volumetric pockets on the torso have a fold-over entry to protect the contents from falling out Pockets: 2 volume pockets on the chest 2 volumetric pockets on the bottom of the jacket 2 Napoleon pockets with zippers on the chest One flat pocket on the left sleeve and one inside on the left with a zipper Drawstrings: at the waist and bottom of the jacket, with elastic cords to protect against the penetration of cold under clothing ) Fastening to the smoke and fastening when worn as a separate jacket is done using convenient American-style lenticular buttons. Hood adjustable to the shape of the face. Hood lined with fleece for a comfortable fit Underarm vents Knitted cuffs for comfort Inside left zip pocket 65% polyester Smoka lining: thin blend fabric, 35% cotton, 65% polyester Main liner fabric: 100% polyester Lining padding: body - Primaloft® Black 2×133 g/m 2 sleeves - Primaloft® Black 2×80 g/m 2 Product weight: 46/176 size -1969 g 50/176 size -2097 g 54/182 size -2181 g 56-58/188 size -2439 g Also on the site are models of trousers with insulation Primaloft® YOU MAY BE INTERESTED in: We highly recommend front loading washing machines, if you own a top loading machine we recommend washing clothes and equipment in a mesh laundry bag to protect against possible damage washing machine drum parts. Close all zippers and velcro fasteners and fully loosen all adjustments before washing. If the upper fabric is membrane, then it is better to wash the product with the lining out (turned inside out). Wash on a delicate cycle at 30°C with a double rinse cycle (it is better to use two rinse cycles to ensure that all detergent residues are removed from the fabric and insulation) and spin at medium speed. It is acceptable to use a tumble dryer at medium temperature (40-60°C) for 30-40 minutes or until completely dry, if the top fabric is membrane, it is better to dry the product with the lining out (turned inside out). You can dry the product in a suspended state with the lining out. To remove stubborn stains, before washing, treat the stains with a special product such as Grangers Performance Wash or Nikwax Tech Wash, allowing the detergent to soak in for 10-15 minutes. It is better to store clothes and equipment with synthetic insulation in a straightened (not compressed) state. How to restore the DWR treatment on insulated clothing or equipment DWR is a special polymer applied to the surface of the fabric to make it water-repellent. DWR processing is not forever. During the operation of the product, as well as after a certain number of washes, the effectiveness of DWR decreases. If water droplets have stopped rolling off the surface of the fabric and wet the fabric even after washing, it's time to restore the splash protection treatment. We recommend the use of specific fabric re-spray formulations, either sprayed or poured into the washing machine, such as Grangers Clothing Repel or Performance Repel, or Nikwax TX.Direct Wash-In or Spray-On. First wash the product according to the washing instructions, then use the selected composition to restore the splash-proof treatment by spraying it directly on the front of the product while it is still damp, or running a second wash cycle, first pouring the required amount of wash-in into the washing machine . The manufacturer's instructions for the restoration of the splashproof treatment on the packaging must be followed exactly. Many DWR reconditioning products require heat activation, so it is best to dry treated clothing and equipment in a tumble dryer or dryer at medium temperature (40-60°C) for 40-50 minutes or until completely dry.

Very light insulated trousers - can be used both as a stand-alone product and as an insulating layer under HardShell, SoftShell in winter Trousers are slightly narrower towards the bottom The back of the waistband is enlarged The inside of the waistband is made of Polartec ® 100 fabric Waistband with elastic on the sides Thin belt loops 2 side pockets Gusset Articulated knees Material: Upper: TORAY - EVOLUTION 20, 44*22 DTEX NYLON , micro rip-stop Diamond Insulation: Primaloft ® Silver 1×60 g/m 2 Breathability - 0.7 cm 3 /cm 2 /sec Fabric weight -37 g/m2 Product weight: 44-46/170 size -281 g 48-50/176 size -305 g 52-54/182 size -328 g Primaloft ® SIZING: Download the size chart (.xlsx) to determine the correct size Sitting at the office desk, we dream of the fjords of Greenland, a beautiful climb to a mysterious peak, or a fish the weight of a small whale. Having finally escaped the city walls, we begin to dream of comfort, home warmth and a hot dinner. A dream, having appeared in its material embodiment, often disappoints or turns out to be not so cloudless. In our case, this will not happen. Primal-height trousers gently warm, and at the same time do not crush with their weight (48 size weighs only 247 g) and do not hinder movements. Depending on the weather or the intensity of your movement, you can wear them as outer trousers, bivouac in the evening, or wear them under a windscreen. Just a simple listing of the materials from which the trousers are made sounds like music to the insiders. TORAY - EVOLUTION 20, 44*22 DTEX NYLON, micro rip-stop Diamond without a film layer - very light, durable, holds the wind and "breathes" during active movement, and its moisture-proof impregnation protects against splashes and dry snow. Long-fibre Primaloft ® Silver, slightly inferior to down in terms of thermal characteristics, returns its volume better than most insulators after repeated washing and drying. In addition, it has water-repellent and breathable properties, dries quickly and warms even when wet. All these qualities make it possible to use clothes with this insulation where down does not work, that is, in places with high humidity. You quickly get used to the convenience, but "Quantum" trousers are a long-lasting pleasure. Enjoy, advise and give to friends and loved ones. We strongly recommend using front loading washing machines, but if you have a top loading machine, it is recommended to wash your clothes and equipment in a special mesh laundry bag to protect against possible damage from parts of the washing machine drum. Close all zippers and velcro fasteners and fully loosen all adjustments before washing. If the upper fabric is membrane, then it is better to wash the product with the lining out (turned inside out). Wash on a delicate cycle at 30°C with a double rinse cycle (it is better to use two rinse cycles to ensure that all detergent residues are removed from the fabric and insulation) and spin at medium speed. It is acceptable to use a tumble dryer at medium temperature (40-60°C) for 30-40 minutes or until completely dry, if the top fabric is membrane, it is better to dry the product with the lining out (turned inside out). You can dry the product in a suspended state with the lining out. To remove stubborn stains, before washing, treat the stains with a special product such as Grangers Performance Wash or Nikwax Tech Wash, allowing the detergent to soak in for 10-15 minutes. It is better to store clothes and equipment with synthetic insulation in a straightened (not compressed) state. How to restore the DWR treatment on insulated clothing or equipment DWR is a special polymer applied to the surface of the fabric to make it water-repellent. DWR processing is not forever. During the operation of the product, as well as after a certain number of washes, the effectiveness of DWR decreases. If water droplets have stopped rolling off the surface of the fabric and wet the fabric even after washing, it's time to restore the splash protection treatment. We recommend the use of specific fabric re-spray formulations, either sprayed or poured into the washing machine, such as Grangers Clothing Repel or Performance Repel, or Nikwax TX.Direct Wash-In or Spray-On. First wash the product according to the washing instructions, then use the selected composition to restore the splash-proof treatment by spraying it directly on the front of the product while it is still damp, or running a second wash cycle, first pouring the required amount of wash-in into the washing machine . The manufacturer's instructions for the restoration of the splashproof treatment on the packaging must be followed exactly. Many DWR reconditioning products require heat activation, so it is best to dry treated clothing and equipment in a tumble dryer or dryer at medium temperature (40-60°C) for 40-50 minutes or until completely dry. REVIEWS: Review on the site "Russel"

Consists of two parts: pants and a detachable liner Pants: Can be worn with or without a liner Elastic detachable suspenders included. With height-adjustable Velcro fastening to single-slit buckles sewn to the waistband on the sides. It is possible to unfasten the suspenders without taking off the jacket. On the inside there are loops for attaching a warming liner Zip fly Pleats in the knee area give additional freedom when moving Reinforcing pads on the knees and in the seat area The bottom of the trousers is pulled in with an elastic cord to protect against the penetration of cold under clothes and snow into shoes, adjustment by a latch sewn from the inside on the sides of the bottom of the trousers for the convenience of putting on shoes. Under the side cargo pockets, a small loop of braid is sewn for tying OZK protective stockings. The pockets are fastened with Canadian (on a tape leg) buttons, which are highly reliable compared to ordinary buttons. Buttons are oversized for easy handling when wearing thick gloves Pockets: 2 slit hand pockets 2 bulky cargo pockets on the sides 2 flat back pockets dry-cleaning or laundering) Fastening to the trousers and the fly on convenient American-style lenticular buttons. the belt has no drawstrings or belt loops Knitted cuffs at the bottom of the trousers for comfort Buttons on the belt for fastening to trousers Product material: Smoke main fabric: Strong rip-stop of increased density (different from the analogue used in the summer form of the Alloy), 35% cotton, 65% polyester Main liner fabric: 100% polyester Insulation: Primaloft ® Black 2×133 g/m2 Product weight: 46/176 size -1114 g 48/176 size -1145 g 50/176 size - 1175 g 54/182 size -1218 g 58/188 size -1257 g If you own a top-loading machine, it is recommended that you wash your clothes and equipment in a special mesh laundry bag to protect against possible damage from parts of the washing machine drum. Close all zippers and velcro fasteners and fully loosen all adjustments before washing. If the upper fabric is membrane, then it is better to wash the product with the lining out (turned inside out). Wash on a delicate cycle at 30°C with a double rinse cycle (it is better to use two rinse cycles to ensure that all detergent residues are removed from the fabric and insulation) and spin at medium speed. It is acceptable to use a tumble dryer at medium temperature (40-60°C) for 30-40 minutes or until completely dry, if the top fabric is membrane, it is better to dry the product with the lining out (turned inside out). You can dry the product in a suspended state with the lining out. To remove stubborn stains, before washing, treat the stains with a special product such as Grangers Performance Wash or Nikwax Tech Wash, allowing the detergent to soak in for 10-15 minutes. It is better to store clothes and equipment with synthetic insulation in a straightened (not compressed) state. How to restore the DWR treatment on insulated clothing or equipment DWR is a special polymer applied to the surface of the fabric to make it water-repellent. DWR processing is not forever. During the operation of the product, as well as after a certain number of washes, the effectiveness of DWR decreases. If water droplets have stopped rolling off the surface of the fabric and wet the fabric even after washing, it's time to restore the splash protection treatment. We recommend the use of specific fabric re-spray formulations, either sprayed or poured into the washing machine, such as Grangers Clothing Repel or Performance Repel, or Nikwax TX.Direct Wash-In or Spray-On. First wash the product according to the washing instructions, then use the selected composition to restore the splash-proof treatment by spraying it directly on the front of the product while it is still damp, or running a second wash cycle, first pouring the required amount of wash-in into the washing machine . The manufacturer's instructions for the restoration of the splashproof treatment on the packaging must be followed exactly. Many DWR reconditioning products require heat activation, so it is best to dry treated clothing and equipment in a tumble dryer or dryer at medium temperature (40-60°C) for 40-50 minutes or until completely dry.

Winter jacket designed for the city. Suitable for many types of winter outdoor Light, warm, comfortable, high-tech jacket with a modern design. This model uses the most advanced materials Pockets, hood, collar and central placket are trimmed with soft and pleasant to the touch SoftShell material Hood is removable, has tightening in volume and face contour The inside of the collar is made of Polartec ® fleece (microvelour) Inner warm protective strip Drawstring on the bottom of the jacket Additional Lycra cuffs on the sleeves Pockets: 2 lower pockets one chest pocket and one sleeve pocket one internal zip pocket one internal stretch mesh pocket Material: NYLON 6.6 Down Proof full dull, 30D, micro rip-stop Diamond, Teflon DWR, cire. Fabric weight -40 g/m 2 Insulation: Primaloft ® Silver 2×100 g/m 2 Breathability - 0.7 cm 3 / cm 2 / sec 50/170-176 size -924 g 52-54/170-176 size -953 g Caution: When using the jacket as the main outerwear, excessive mechanical impact should be avoided and equipment (backpack straps, etc.) e.) The site also features Primaloft ® insulated pants. It's hard to suspect this stylish jacket of adventurous inclinations. However, it is. She is very versatile. People who are accustomed to sports style have to adapt to society. It is not always convenient to come in a puff to business meetings, meeting the parents of your girlfriend, who can not stand extreme sports and life-seekers, and under "Stout" you can also put on a jacket. Warm, light, comfortable urban jacket. But this is only one side of the coin. On the other hand, there are all the elements inherent in combat jackets. Two layers of Primaloft® Silver will warm you on vacation after a hard transition, and at a ski resort, and on a road trip. The ultra-fine fibers of this material resemble the fiber structure of down more than any other synthetic fiber, giving it the thermal properties of down. In addition, Primaloft® Silver is water-repellent and breathable, dries quickly and keeps you warm even when wet. Due to the compression properties of the material, the jacket can be folded into a small bundle, after which it completely restores its previous volume. On the inside of the jacket, the back is sewn from the magical material Termo Ten, which allows the evaporation of the body to pass through, but reflects and thereby returns heat to the back. Detachable hood, trimmed with Soft Shell fabric, adjustable to the volume of the head and face oval. The stand-up collar is lined with soft Polartec ® . The zipper is protected by a wind flap, the bottom of the jacket is pulled down, and the Lycra cuffs prevent all wind attempts to break through the sleeve, which is adjustable in width. All this will not let you freeze in the city and will give you the feeling of being at home on the way. We strongly recommend using front loading washing machines, but if you have a top loading machine, it is recommended to wash your clothes and equipment in a special mesh laundry bag to protect against possible damage from parts of the washing machine drum. Close all zippers and velcro fasteners and fully loosen all adjustments before washing. If the upper fabric is membrane, then it is better to wash the product with the lining out (turned inside out). Wash on a delicate cycle at 30°C with a double rinse cycle (it is better to use two rinse cycles to ensure that all detergent residues are removed from the fabric and insulation) and spin at medium speed. It is acceptable to use a tumble dryer at medium temperature (40-60°C) for 30-40 minutes or until completely dry, if the top fabric is membrane, it is better to dry the product with the lining out (turned inside out). You can dry the product in a suspended state with the lining out. To remove stubborn stains, before washing, treat the stains with a special product such as Grangers Performance Wash or Nikwax Tech Wash, allowing the detergent to soak in for 10-15 minutes. It is better to store clothes and equipment with synthetic insulation in a straightened (not compressed) state. How to restore the DWR treatment on insulated clothing or equipment DWR is a special polymer applied to the surface of the fabric to make it water-repellent. DWR processing is not forever. During the operation of the product, as well as after a certain number of washes, the effectiveness of DWR decreases. If water droplets have stopped rolling off the surface of the fabric and wet the fabric even after washing, it's time to restore the splash protection treatment. We recommend the use of specific fabric re-spray formulations, either sprayed or poured into the washing machine, such as Grangers Clothing Repel or Performance Repel, or Nikwax TX.Direct Wash-In or Spray-On. First wash the product according to the washing instructions, then use the selected composition to restore the splash-proof treatment by spraying it directly on the front of the product while it is still damp, or running a second wash cycle, first pouring the required amount of wash-in into the washing machine . The manufacturer's instructions for the restoration of the splashproof treatment on the packaging must be followed exactly. Many DWR reconditioning products require heat activation, so it is best to dry treated clothing and equipment in a tumble dryer or dryer at medium temperature (40-60°C) for 40-50 minutes or until completely dry. REVIEWS: Review on the site "Russel"

An insulated packable jacket, a typical seventh layer of military multilayer clothing systems (similar to ECWCS, PCU, VKPO). Increased strength. Carried in a backpack, packed in a compression bag, put on during stops over the main clothes. Includes a simple bag for packing, cylindrical shape, with a paracord tightening of the entrance and a Duraflex ® lock. Attention! Long-term storage in a compressed form is not recommended. Packing into a bag should be done by arbitrarily crushing the jacket, and not carefully rolling it up, because. at the same time, the insulation is minimally deformed. From the inside, a full-length zipper is covered with an insulated strap to protect against wind. The neck placket is lined with velor for comfort and folds outward at the top to protect the chin. On the outside, the zipper is covered by narrow, symmetrical Cordura® battens to keep snow out. Button down closure on the inside to take the pressure off the zipper. Simple collar that flows into the hood. Small visor, elastic cord around the face with Duraflex ® fasteners and back vertical adjustment velcro pads Hand pockets, insulated, the entrance is located at an optimal angle. On a tractor lightning, with a convenient grasp from a band. The zipper is covered by a snow placket and opens from the bottom up to minimize exposure. Sufficiently large dimensions to accommodate warm accessories such as hats and mittens inside. In the abdomen area, large internal mesh pockets with an open rubberized top are convenient for drying gloves or socks. On the left side of the chest there is an internal pocket for documents and electronics, with convenient access with a vertical zipper. Raglan sleeves, the shoulders are reinforced with overlays made of Cordura ® fabric. Slim profile. There is a pleat at the back for volume. Velcro for attaching chevrons (10×15 cm) is made of a special soft Velcro fabric by laser cutting, its edges are not scratched, and it does not bulge due to rigidity Elbows up to the wrists are reinforced with Cordura ® fabric pads Cuffs are rubberized and additionally regulated by Velcro patches . Patches for durability are made of Cordura® fabric. Above are small loops for hanging mittens (for example, included in the VKPO kit). The bottom is pulled in with an elastic cord with Duraflex ® adjustment on the sides. Cordura® drawstring for abrasion resistance Seat area reinforced with Cordura® fabric overlay All velcro fasteners are sewn in a reinforced manner. On the outer surface of the trousers, the entire trim is made with an especially strong COATS Nylbond nylon thread (intended for equipment). Loaded areas are reinforced with zigzags Duraflex® plastic fittings Material: Insulation: Shelter ® Sport, 150+60 g/m 2 (torso), 150 g/m 2 (sleeves, hood collar). Top insulation domestic production , a complete analog of Primaloft ® Sport/Silver. Highly warp resistant, designed for use in packable sleeping bags and clothing Main fabric: 100% Nylon 40d , lightweight yet durable windproof fabric with water repellent DWR surface treatment Reinforcement fabric: Cordura® (100% nylon) 500d , extra strong fabric, no PU coating on the inside (breathable), with a water-repellent DWR surface treatment Lining fabric: 100% 30d nylon, thin lightweight fabric with rip-stop reinforcement and calendering on the inside We strongly recommend using front-loading washing machines, in case you own top loading machines, it is recommended to wash clothes and equipment in a special mesh laundry bag to protect against possible damage from parts of the washing machine drum. Close all zippers and velcro fasteners and fully loosen all adjustments before washing. If the upper fabric is membrane, then it is better to wash the product with the lining out (turned inside out). Wash on a delicate cycle at 30°C with a double rinse cycle (it is better to use two rinse cycles to ensure that all detergent residues are removed from the fabric and insulation) and spin at medium speed. It is acceptable to use a tumble dryer at medium temperature (40-60°C) for 30-40 minutes or until completely dry, if the top fabric is membrane, it is better to dry the product with the lining out (turned inside out). You can dry the product in a suspended state with the lining out. To remove stubborn stains, before washing, treat the stains with a special product such as Grangers Performance Wash or Nikwax Tech Wash, allowing the detergent to soak in for 10-15 minutes. It is better to store clothes and equipment with synthetic insulation in a straightened (not compressed) state. How to restore the DWR treatment on insulated clothing or equipment DWR is a special polymer applied to the surface of the fabric to make it water-repellent. DWR processing is not forever. During the operation of the product, as well as after a certain number of washes, the effectiveness of DWR decreases. If water droplets have stopped rolling off the surface of the fabric and wet the fabric even after washing, it's time to restore the splash protection treatment. We recommend the use of specific fabric re-splash treatments, sprayed or poured into the washing machine, such as Grangers Clothing Repel or Performance Repel, or Nikwax TX. Direct Wash-In or Spray-On. First wash the product according to the washing instructions, then use the selected composition to restore the splash-proof treatment by spraying it directly on the front of the product while it is still damp, or running a second wash cycle, first pouring the required amount of wash-in into the washing machine . The manufacturer's instructions for the restoration of the splashproof treatment on the packaging must be followed exactly. Many DWR reconditioning products require heat activation, so it is best to dry treated clothing and equipment in a tumble dryer or dryer at medium temperature (40-60°C) for 40-50 minutes or until completely dry.

Warm and light pants, designed for use in urban environments, as well as for many types of outdoor activities in winter. Good for winter hiking, also suitable for skiing Thick, abrasion-resistant fabric Insulation - one layer of Primaloft ® Silver 100 Ergonomic cut, high waist at the back to protect against the cold Wide, adjustable waistband with the ability to additionally use a 5-5.5 cm belt Inner part of the waistband is made of velor Articulated knees Reinforcement on the bottom of the trousers Zippers and velcro tabs at the bottom of the sides Can be used with universal Suspenders Pockets: 2 side pockets with zippers 1 hip pocket with zippers Material: 100% Polyester Finished WR Kudos FP Surface density: 110 g/m 2 Abrasion resistance: 5000 cycles Insulation: Primaloft ® Silver 100 g/m 2 Attention! Legacy trousers have 2 zippered hip pockets. We kindly ask you to clarify the design details when buying or ordering through the online store of the SPLAV Company Also on the site are models of jackets with Primaloft® insulation , the snowy plains were tired of waiting - saying goodbye, we promised them to return. The edges of the skis are already sharpened, the dogs are tangling the lines of the sleds and the sailboats are flapping their sails. We will meet soon and paint the snow-primed canvases with our footprints. And don't let the snow stop! The Highlander is a warm, durable, hard-wearing trousers that is great for traveling, playing sports, walking or playing snowballs with your child. The trousers are made of dense Polyester fabric, making them light, strong and durable (Abrasion resistance: 5000 cycles). Keeping the wind at bay, they're softly warm, thanks to high-tech, warm and lightweight Primaloft® Sport insulation (100g/m2). Long-staple Primaloft® Silver, slightly inferior to down in terms of thermal characteristics, returns its volume better than most insulation after repeated washing and drying. In addition, it has water-repellent and breathable properties, dries quickly and warms even when wet. All these qualities make it possible to use clothes with this insulation where down does not work, that is, in places with high humidity. A wide, ergonomically cut belt covering the lower back, which is trimmed from the inside with soft velor, also protects from the cold. And snow gaiters to keep snow from getting into boots. Articulated knees, reinforcements at the bottom of the trousers and zippers at the bottom allow for easy slipping on of the boots for comfort and durability. We will be glad if you like Highlander. Suitable clothing in winter is at least half the success of the planned enterprise. We strongly recommend using front loading washing machines, but if you have a top loading machine, it is recommended to wash your clothes and equipment in a special mesh laundry bag to protect against possible damage from parts of the washing machine drum. Close all zippers and velcro fasteners and fully loosen all adjustments before washing. If the upper fabric is membrane, then it is better to wash the product with the lining out (turned inside out). Wash on a delicate cycle at 30°C with a double rinse cycle (it is better to use two rinse cycles to ensure that all detergent residues are removed from the fabric and insulation) and spin at medium speed. It is acceptable to use a tumble dryer at medium temperature (40-60°C) for 30-40 minutes or until completely dry, if the top fabric is membrane, it is better to dry the product with the lining out (turned inside out). You can dry the product in a suspended state with the lining out. To remove stubborn stains, before washing, treat the stains with a special product such as Grangers Performance Wash or Nikwax Tech Wash, allowing the detergent to soak in for 10-15 minutes. It is better to store clothes and equipment with synthetic insulation in a straightened (not compressed) state. How to restore the DWR treatment on insulated clothing or equipment DWR is a special polymer applied to the surface of the fabric to make it water-repellent. DWR processing is not forever. During the operation of the product, as well as after a certain number of washes, the effectiveness of DWR decreases. If water droplets have stopped rolling off the surface of the fabric and wet the fabric even after washing, it's time to restore the splash protection treatment. We recommend the use of specific fabric re-spray formulations, either sprayed or poured into the washing machine, such as Grangers Clothing Repel or Performance Repel, or Nikwax TX.Direct Wash-In or Spray-On. First wash the product according to the washing instructions, then use the selected composition to restore the splash-proof treatment by spraying it directly on the front of the product while it is still damp, or running a second wash cycle, first pouring the required amount of wash-in into the washing machine . The manufacturer's instructions for the restoration of the splashproof treatment on the packaging must be followed exactly. Many DWR reconditioning products require heat activation, so it is best to dry treated clothing and equipment in a tumble dryer or dryer at medium temperature (40-60°C) for 40-50 minutes or until completely dry. REVIEWS: Review from Survival Panda Review on Russel's website

Versatile, very light and warm jacket. Mainly designed for outdoor activities in winter, late autumn and in early spring , but it will be just as comfortable in the city. The jacket can also be used as an insulating layer. The site presents a version of the "Barrier" jacket without a hood. Anatomical fit One-piece underarm panels for added freedom of movement Tight-fitting hood with elastic banding Safety placket under the center zip with chin protection from chafing Sleeves are banded with elasticated waist Drawstring at the bottom of the jacket Pockets: one chest pocket and two side pockets one internal zip pocket Material: Top: 100 % DWR treated nylon Lining: 100% nylon Insulation: Primaloft® Silver 1×100 g/m2 Product weight: 40-42/158-164-410 g 48-50/170-176-435 g 52-54/182 -188-465 g Also on the site are models of trousers with Primaloft ® insulation. winter and be philosophical about the vagaries of the weather. The most difficult thing is to come to terms with the bulky heavy clothing that replaces the summer emancipation. Jacket "Barrier" helps to avoid autumn depression. This lightweight jacket delivers warmth as naturally as animal skins. With its Primaloft® Silver insulation, durable, stretchy, water-repellent and windproof outer material (100% DWR treated nylon) and hood, it is ideal as an outerwear. One coat of Primaloft® Silver (100 g/m2) is enough to keep you comfortable outdoors in the off-season. When the temperature drops, the jacket can be worn with a vest or windscreen, which greatly expands the range of its use. Long-staple Primaloft® Silver, slightly inferior to down in terms of thermal characteristics, returns its volume better than most insulation after repeated washing and drying. In addition, it has water-repellent and breathable properties, dries quickly and warms even when wet. All these qualities make it possible to use clothes with this insulation where down does not work, that is, in places with high humidity. Calendered nylon lining is very soft and pleasant to the touch, windproof and breathable. The anatomical cut and one-piece underarm panels increase freedom of movement and allow the jacket to sit tighter on the figure, which cannot but please people who prefer an active lifestyle. Everything is logical, streamlined and convenient. The absence of protruding details, elastic tape on the sleeves instead of thick cuffs, chin protection from the zipper make using the jacket as an inner warming layer pleasant and easy. At the same time, a soft, tight-fitting hood with elastic piping, roomy side pockets, comfortable zippers, non-through seams - necessary elements outer jacket. We strongly recommend using front loading washing machines, but if you have a top loading machine, it is recommended to wash your clothes and equipment in a special mesh laundry bag to protect against possible damage from parts of the washing machine drum. Close all zippers and velcro fasteners and fully loosen all adjustments before washing. If the upper fabric is membrane, then it is better to wash the product with the lining out (turned inside out). Wash on a delicate cycle at 30°C with a double rinse cycle (it is better to use two rinse cycles to ensure that all detergent residues are removed from the fabric and insulation) and spin at medium speed. It is acceptable to use a tumble dryer at medium temperature (40-60°C) for 30-40 minutes or until completely dry, if the top fabric is membrane, it is better to dry the product with the lining out (turned inside out). You can dry the product in a suspended state with the lining out. To remove stubborn stains, before washing, treat the stains with a special product such as Grangers Performance Wash or Nikwax Tech Wash, allowing the detergent to soak in for 10-15 minutes. It is better to store clothes and equipment with synthetic insulation in a straightened (not compressed) state. How to restore the DWR treatment on insulated clothing or equipment DWR is a special polymer applied to the surface of the fabric to make it water-repellent. DWR processing is not forever. During the operation of the product, as well as after a certain number of washes, the effectiveness of DWR decreases. If water droplets have stopped rolling off the surface of the fabric and wet the fabric even after washing, it's time to restore the splash protection treatment. We recommend the use of specific fabric re-spray formulations, either sprayed or poured into the washing machine, such as Grangers Clothing Repel or Performance Repel, or Nikwax TX.Direct Wash-In or Spray-On. First wash the product according to the washing instructions, then use the selected composition to restore the splash-proof treatment by spraying it directly on the front of the product while it is still damp, or running a second wash cycle, first pouring the required amount of wash-in into the washing machine . The manufacturer's instructions for the restoration of the splashproof treatment on the packaging must be followed exactly. Many DWR reconditioning products require heat activation, so it is best to dry treated clothing and equipment in a tumble dryer or dryer at medium temperature (40-60°C) for 40-50 minutes or until completely dry.

Primal-heeled anorak sweater is an excellent option for an insulating layer for the most extreme conditions. The site presents a version of the "Stealth" anorak jacket with a hood. The jacket has a very small packing volume and weight Rubberized sleeves and hem for a better fit Internal protective placket 2 external zippered side pockets Ideal for use in damp cold conditions and volume Material: Top: TORAY - EVOLUTION 20, 44*22 DTEX NYLON, micro rip-stop Diamond Breathability - 0.7 cm 3 / cm 2 / sec Fabric weight -37 g / m 2 Insulation: Primaloft ® Silver -60 g /m 2 Packed size: ∅11×15 cm (volume -1.4 l) Product weight: 44-46/158-164 size -245 g 48-50/170-176 size -295 g 52-54/182-188 size -361 g Attention! Long-term storage in a compressed form is not recommended. Also on the site are models of trousers with Primaloft ® insulation additional discounts do not apply SIZE SELECTION: Download When you are going on a difficult hike or a long expedition with a heavy load, you put a backpack on the scales, and... you only have a spoon for dishes, with a sigh you take out the only fleece from your backpack. Do not despair! We can offer you a better option! Warm and cozy Stealth anorak with Primaloft® Silver insulation, noticeably lighter than polartec jackets or knitted sweaters and folds into a small packing bag. The long-staple Primaloft® Silver used in the jacket as a heater is lighter than down, and although it is inferior to it in terms of thermal characteristics, it behaves much better in conditions of high humidity, as it has water-repellent and “breathable” properties, dries quickly and warms even when wet . In addition, Primaloft® Silver is better most insulation returns its volume after repeated washing and drying. Anorak upper fabric: SOLL N-100% 20D*40D fabric without a film layer is weightless, durable, holds the wind and “breathes” during active movement, therefore, despite the fact that the anorak is conceived as a second warming layer of clothing, it is quite can serve as an outer jacket in cool weather. Lining - very light nylon jacket fabric (36g/m2) Anorak, breathes well and dries quickly when wet, making it a great option for active people. The absence of a hood, unnecessary details and heavy fittings, edging elastic bands instead of tight cuffs on the sleeves and bottom of the jacket, a short zipper, combined with lightweight materials make it airy. Thanks to a well-thought-out cut, the anorak does not restrict movement and gently warms under a storm jacket. Stealth is especially relevant for speleologists who spend most of their lives in underground camps and extreme tourists. We strongly recommend using front loading washing machines, but if you have a top loading machine, it is recommended to wash your clothes and equipment in a special mesh laundry bag to protect against possible damage from parts of the washing machine drum. Close all zippers and velcro fasteners and fully loosen all adjustments before washing. If the upper fabric is membrane, then it is better to wash the product with the lining out (turned inside out). Wash on a delicate cycle at 30°C with a double rinse cycle (it is better to use two rinse cycles to ensure that all detergent residues are removed from the fabric and insulation) and spin at medium speed. It is acceptable to use a tumble dryer at medium temperature (40-60°C) for 30-40 minutes or until completely dry, if the top fabric is membrane, it is better to dry the product with the lining out (turned inside out). You can dry the product in a suspended state with the lining out. To remove stubborn stains, before washing, treat the stains with a special product such as Grangers Performance Wash or Nikwax Tech Wash, allowing the detergent to soak in for 10-15 minutes. It is better to store clothes and equipment with synthetic insulation in a straightened (not compressed) state. How to restore the DWR treatment on insulated clothing or equipment DWR is a special polymer applied to the surface of the fabric to make it water-repellent. DWR processing is not forever. During the operation of the product, as well as after a certain number of washes, the effectiveness of DWR decreases. If water droplets have stopped rolling off the surface of the fabric and wet the fabric even after washing, it's time to restore the splash protection treatment. We recommend the use of specific fabric re-spray formulations, either sprayed or poured into the washing machine, such as Grangers Clothing Repel or Performance Repel, or Nikwax TX.Direct Wash-In or Spray-On. First wash the product according to the washing instructions, then use the selected composition to restore the splash-proof treatment by spraying it directly on the front of the product while it is still damp, or running a second wash cycle, first pouring the required amount of wash-in into the washing machine . The manufacturer's instructions for the restoration of the splashproof treatment on the packaging must be followed exactly. Many DWR reconditioning products require heat activation, so it is best to dry treated clothing and equipment in a tumble dryer or dryer at medium temperature (40-60°C) for 40-50 minutes or until completely dry. REVIEWS:

A beautiful and comfortable women's jacket is designed for the off-season. Has a wide range of uses. It can be used as an independent product, and as an insulating layer. Suitable for any kind of outdoor activity, as well as for use in urban environments. The site presents a version of the women's jacket "Resolve" with a hood. The front, back and sleeves are made in the form of a "sandwich" of the top stretch fabric, with protection from rain and wind, 1 layer of Primaloft ® Silver 100 and lining fabric. Side panels and sleeve panels are made of a special Polartec ® Power Stretch® Pro ™ to surface abrasion. These inserts provide additional ventilation and freedom of movement due to the good stretch of the canvas Elastic bands are inserted at the bottom of the side parts to maintain the shape of the product during use Comfortable soft collar that fits snugly around the neck Fitted silhouette Pockets: 2 lower side pockets with zippers 1 chest pocket with hidden zippers Material: Shell: 100% nylon Lining: 100% nylon Insulation: Primaloft® Silver 1×100 g/m2 Product weight: 40-42/158-164-335g 46/158-164-345g 48/164-170-368 g 52-54/170-176-400 g Also on the site are models of trousers with Primaloft ® insulation Precaution: When using the jacket as the main outerwear, excessive mechanical impact should be avoided and equipment should be used with care (backpack straps, etc.) Additional discounts do not apply to items with a red price SIZING: Download Girls in faded windbreakers and flannel ski suits smile at us from faded photos ... In their wildest dreams, they could imagine that their reckless granddaughters would wear a bright, weightless, elastic warm jacket instead of an elongated sweater. Yes, and we have recently been looking forward to the appearance of such jackets in our store. Meet! Bright, stylish jacket "Resolve" in the summer will decorate the windy, wild beaches of the sea coasts, in the warm off-season it will be appropriate both on rocky paths and on city streets. Insulation Primaloft® Silver, as well as durable, stretchy and windproof upper material (nylon (polyamide) 20D with Lycra) makes it a complete outerwear. As an insulating layer under the wind protection, the jacket warms snugly and softly without creating any discomfort. Everything is logical, streamlined and comfortable - no protruding parts, elastic band on the cuffs of the sleeves, pockets hidden in the seams, a collar tightly fitting the neck. Made from Polartec® Power Stretch® Pro™ with an abrasion-resistant surface, the side panels and sleeve panels are breathable and comfortable to move in. Thus, despite its unconditional femininity, it is suitable for the most active representatives of the fair sex. The long-staple Primaloft® Silver used in the jacket as a heater is lighter than down, and although it is inferior to it in terms of thermal characteristics, it behaves much better in conditions of high humidity, as it has water-repellent and “breathable” properties, dries quickly and warms even when wet . In addition, Primaloft® Silver returns its volume better than most insulators after repeated washing and drying. Live actively and joyfully, and we will be happy to help you with this! We strongly recommend using front loading washing machines, but if you have a top loading machine, it is recommended to wash your clothes and equipment in a special mesh laundry bag to protect against possible damage from parts of the washing machine drum. Close all zippers and velcro fasteners and fully loosen all adjustments before washing. If the upper fabric is membrane, then it is better to wash the product with the lining out (turned inside out). Wash on a delicate cycle at 30°C with a double rinse cycle (it is better to use two rinse cycles to ensure that all detergent residues are removed from the fabric and insulation) and spin at medium speed. It is acceptable to use a tumble dryer at medium temperature (40-60°C) for 30-40 minutes or until completely dry, if the top fabric is membrane, it is better to dry the product with the lining out (turned inside out). You can dry the product in a suspended state with the lining out. To remove stubborn stains, before washing, treat the stains with a special product such as Grangers Performance Wash or Nikwax Tech Wash, allowing the detergent to soak in for 10-15 minutes. It is better to store clothes and equipment with synthetic insulation in a straightened (not compressed) state. How to restore the DWR treatment on insulated clothing or equipment DWR is a special polymer applied to the surface of the fabric to make it water-repellent. DWR processing is not forever. During the operation of the product, as well as after a certain number of washes, the effectiveness of DWR decreases. If water droplets have stopped rolling off the surface of the fabric and wet the fabric even after washing, it's time to restore the splash protection treatment. We recommend the use of specific fabric re-spray formulations, either sprayed or poured into the washing machine, such as Grangers Clothing Repel or Performance Repel, or Nikwax TX.Direct Wash-In or Spray-On. First wash the product according to the washing instructions, then use the selected composition to restore the splash-proof treatment by spraying it directly on the front of the product while it is still damp, or running a second wash cycle, first pouring the required amount of wash-in into the washing machine . The manufacturer's instructions for the restoration of the splashproof treatment on the packaging must be followed exactly. Many DWR reconditioning products require heat activation, so it is best to dry treated clothing and equipment in a tumble dryer or dryer at medium temperature (40-60°C) for 40-50 minutes or until completely dry. REVIEWS:

Very warm and light winter jacket. Designed mainly for use in winter in urban areas, and for many types of outdoor activities. Modern comfortable fit and plenty of pockets will make this item indispensable in winter. The jacket is made of fairly light and very abrasion-resistant fabric. The shoulder part is reinforced with thick textured Toray fabric TSW824. Highlander jacket mod. 2 in tundra is made entirely of base material. There are no shoulder reinforcements The detachable hood has a tightening in two directions - along the oval of the face and along the volume. In the jackets of 2016, the inner placket has a warm seam, which prevents heat loss through the central zipper Elongated back Central zipper 2 locks Colored decorative elements Pockets: additional pockets on the sleeves - on the right shoulder, on the left at the bottom of the sleeve 2 external chest pockets 2 external side pockets additional chest pocket under the outer placket one voluminous internal knitted mesh pocket one internal zip pocket Drawstrings: internal drawstring at the waist drawstring at the bottom of the jacket Material: 100% Polyester WR Kudos FP finish Weight: 110 g/m2 Abrasion resistance: 5000 cycles Insulation: Primaloft ® Silver 133 g/m2 + 80 g/m2 Product weight: 44-46/170-176 size -1060 g 48-50/170-176 size -1158 g 52-54 /182-188 size -1238 g Also on the site there are models of trousers with Primaloft ® insulation SIZE SELECTION: Download cold wind, especially since the two-way front zipper is located between two protective strips. The new model, in addition to this, received reinforcements from Toray's thick textured TSW824 fabric in the shoulder girdle, collar and hood. You can safely carry heavy backpacks, bags, skis on your shoulder, in addition, the collar keeps its shape perfectly and is not blown. In contrast to the dense fabric of the upper, the lining of the jacket, decorated with decorative elements and logos of the Splav Company, is gentle, light and breathable. Significant differences from the first option for winter are also an elongated back and comfortable grips of zippers. A detachable hood, adjustable in volume and oval of the face, in combination with a stand-up collar lined with soft velor, protects the head and face from cold and wind. The hood drawstrings are fixed. Articulated sleeves at the elbows, with lycra inner cuffs, adjustable with pats. As a jacket insulation - two layers of light and voluminous, like natural down Primaloft ® Silver. Primaloft® Silver is water-repellent and breathable, dries quickly and keeps you warm even when wet. Due to its long-fiber structure, the filler returns its volume better than most heaters even after repeated washing and drying. In combination with a dense outer fabric, two layers of this material is enough for cold weather. The original Splav Company patch is the finishing touch to the stylish look of the jacket. We strongly recommend using front loading washing machines, but if you have a top loading machine, it is recommended to wash your clothes and equipment in a special mesh laundry bag to protect against possible damage from parts of the washing machine drum. Close all zippers and velcro fasteners and fully loosen all adjustments before washing. If the upper fabric is membrane, then it is better to wash the product with the lining out (turned inside out). Wash on a delicate cycle at 30°C with a double rinse cycle (it is better to use two rinse cycles to ensure that all detergent residues are removed from the fabric and insulation) and spin at medium speed. It is acceptable to use a tumble dryer at medium temperature (40-60°C) for 30-40 minutes or until completely dry, if the top fabric is membrane, it is better to dry the product with the lining out (turned inside out). You can dry the product in a suspended state with the lining out. To remove stubborn stains, before washing, treat the stains with a special product such as Grangers Performance Wash or Nikwax Tech Wash, allowing the detergent to soak in for 10-15 minutes. It is better to store clothes and equipment with synthetic insulation in a straightened (not compressed) state. How to restore the DWR treatment on insulated clothing or equipment DWR is a special polymer applied to the surface of the fabric to make it water-repellent. DWR processing is not forever. During the operation of the product, as well as after a certain number of washes, the effectiveness of DWR decreases. If water droplets have stopped rolling off the surface of the fabric and wet the fabric even after washing, it's time to restore the splash protection treatment. We recommend the use of specific fabric re-spray formulations, either sprayed or poured into the washing machine, such as Grangers Clothing Repel or Performance Repel, or Nikwax TX.Direct Wash-In or Spray-On. First wash the product according to the washing instructions, then use the selected composition to restore the splash-proof treatment by spraying it directly on the front of the product while it is still damp, or running a second wash cycle, first pouring the required amount of wash-in into the washing machine . The manufacturer's instructions for the restoration of the splashproof treatment on the packaging must be followed exactly. Many DWR reconditioning products require heat activation, so it is best to dry treated clothing and equipment in a tumble dryer or dryer at medium temperature (40-60°C) for 40-50 minutes or until completely dry.

Insulated self-dumping packable trousers, a typical seventh layer of military multilayer clothing systems (analogous to ECWCS, PCU, VKPO). Increased strength. Carried in a backpack, packed in a compression bag, put on during stops over basic clothing. Included is a simple bag for packing, cylindrical shape, with a paracord tightening of the entrance and a Duraflex ® lock. Attention! Long-term storage in a compressed form is not recommended. Packing into a bag should be done by arbitrarily crushing the trousers, and not carefully rolling them up, because. at the same time, the insulation is minimally deformed. Free cut, it is meant to be put on over warm thermal underwear and a demi-season suit (fifth layer). Reliable large tractor zipper, comfortable braid grips on the locks for working with warm gloves. From the inside, the zipper is covered with a placket to protect against wind and biting Knees with darts for articulation, reinforced with Cordura ® fabric overlays The bottom of the trousers is pulled together by sewn-in wide elastic bands and additionally Velcro patches that relieve the load from the side zipper. There is a slight volume adjustment for use with winter boots with thick tops. Reinforcements with Cordura® fabric overlays in the most frayed areas - on the inside of the legs, on the inside of the hem at the point of contact with the shoes, also bottom pats are made of reinforced fabric. clothes The belt is rubberized. Fastens at the front with two buttons. There are belt loops for a trouser belt up to 50 mm wide. On the sides are wide patches with Velcro and buttons, relieving the load from the side zipper. Suspenders fastenings are sewn to the pats Suspenders of the "hill" type with easily accessible side fastening with Velcro and slight height adjustment. Due to the fact that the suspenders are attached to the front half of the pants, the back half comes off like a sanitary valve. The seat area is reinforced with Cordura® fabric overlays. All main seams are double-stitched. All Velcro are sewn in a reinforced way. On the outer surface of the trousers, the entire trim is made with an especially strong COATS Nylbond nylon thread (intended for equipment). Loaded areas are reinforced with zigzags. Duraflex ® plastic fittings Material: Insulation: Shelter ® Sport, 150 g/m 2 (over the entire area of the trousers). Top domestic insulation, a complete analog of Primaloft ® Sport/Silver. Highly warp resistant, designed for use in packable sleeping bags and clothing Main fabric: 100% Nylon 40d , lightweight yet durable windproof fabric with water repellent DWR surface treatment Reinforcement fabric: Cordura® (100% nylon) 500d , extra strong fabric, no PU coating on the inside (breathable), with a water-repellent DWR surface treatment Lining fabric: 100% 30d nylon, thin lightweight fabric with rip-stop reinforcement and calendering on the inside Product weight: 44-46/170-176 size -916g 48- 50/170-176 size -929 g 48-50/182-188 size -981 g Case weight -30 g SIZE FINDING: Download

This model differs from the "Resolve" vest only in the absence of a hood, which is very convenient if we wear a vest as outerwear, but often gets in the way under tight jackets. , 1 layer of Primaloft ® Silver 100 and lining fabric Side panels are made of special Polartec ® Power Stretch® Pro™ with abrasion resistant surface. These inserts provide additional ventilation and freedom of movement due to the good elasticity of the fabric Elastic bands are inserted at the bottom of the sides to maintain the shape of the product during use Rubberized sleeves Pockets: 2 zipped lower side pockets 1 zipped chest pocket Material: Top: 100% nylon Lining : 100% nylon Insulation: Primaloft ® Silver 1×100 g/m 2 SIZE SELECTION: Download Size Chart (.xlsx) to accurately determine the required size Warm, weightless and thin, "Resolve" 2, in design and purpose, is closest to downy sweaters. However, thanks to its Primaloft ® Silver insulation, as well as durable, elastic, water-repellent and windproof upper material (nylon (polyamide) 20D with Lycra), the vest is also good as outerwear. By the way, it looks very nice and it's even a pity to hide it under a storm jacket. Long-staple Primaloft® Silver, slightly inferior to down in terms of thermal characteristics, returns its volume better than most insulation after repeated washing and drying. In addition, it has water-repellent and breathable properties, dries quickly and warms even when wet. All these qualities make it possible to use clothes with this insulation where down does not work, that is, in places with high humidity. One layer of Primaloft® Silver (100 g/m 2 ) is enough to keep you comfortable outdoors in cool weather, and if you wear the "Resolve" vest with the jacket of the same name, the temperature range of use becomes even wider. Calendered nylon lining is very soft and pleasant to the touch, windproof and breathable. The design of the vest will delight athletes and people who prefer an active lifestyle. Abrasion-resistant Polartec® Power Stretch® Pro™ inserts on the inside of the sleeve and sidewall of the jacket increase freedom of movement, give the jacket a snug fit, and are breathable. Everything is logical, streamlined and convenient. The absence of protruding parts, elastic band on the armholes, protection of the chin from the zip lock make the use of the vest as an internal warming layer pleasant and easy. Roomy side pockets that hide in the side seams and a top slanted zippered pocket, comfortable zippers, non-through seams are necessary if the vest is used as an outer layer of clothing. We highly recommend this vest to you and hope you love it. We strongly recommend using front loading washing machines, but if you have a top loading machine, it is recommended to wash your clothes and equipment in a special mesh laundry bag to protect against possible damage from parts of the washing machine drum. Close all zippers and velcro fasteners and fully loosen all adjustments before washing. If the upper fabric is membrane, then it is better to wash the product with the lining out (turned inside out). Wash on a delicate cycle at 30°C with a double rinse cycle (it is better to use two rinse cycles to ensure that all detergent residues are removed from the fabric and insulation) and spin at medium speed. It is acceptable to use a tumble dryer at medium temperature (40-60°C) for 30-40 minutes or until completely dry, if the top fabric is membrane, it is better to dry the product with the lining out (turned inside out). You can dry the product in a suspended state with the lining out. To remove stubborn stains, before washing, treat the stains with a special product such as Grangers Performance Wash or Nikwax Tech Wash, allowing the detergent to soak in for 10-15 minutes. It is better to store clothes and equipment with synthetic insulation in a straightened (not compressed) state. How to restore the DWR treatment on insulated clothing or equipment DWR is a special polymer applied to the surface of the fabric to make it water-repellent. DWR processing is not forever. During the operation of the product, as well as after a certain number of washes, the effectiveness of DWR decreases. If water droplets have stopped rolling off the surface of the fabric and wet the fabric even after washing, it's time to restore the splash protection treatment. We recommend the use of specific fabric re-splash treatments, sprayed or poured into the washing machine, such as Grangers Clothing Repel or Performance Repel, or Nikwax TX. Direct Wash-In or Spray-On. First wash the product according to the washing instructions, then use the selected composition to restore the splash-proof treatment by spraying it directly on the front of the product while it is still damp, or running a second wash cycle, first pouring the required amount of wash-in into the washing machine . The manufacturer's instructions for the restoration of the splashproof treatment on the packaging must be followed exactly. Many DWR reconditioning products require heat activation, so it is best to dry treated clothing and equipment in a tumble dryer or dryer at medium temperature (40-60°C) for 40-50 minutes or until completely dry. REVIEWS: Review on the site "Russel"

Synthetic insulation "Primaloft" was developed by order of the US Army, which was looking for a replacement for down for sleeping bags and military clothing. As a result, the "Primaloft" brand was registered by Albany International. Studies have shown that the new material has hygienic properties that are superior to traditional down.

When creating Primaloft, the structure of goose down microfibers was carefully studied and copied, which determined the thermal properties of the new fiber. The thermal resistance factor for down is 2.18 and for "Primaloft" 2.15. Most other synthetic fibers are twenty times thicker and retain heat less than Primaloft fiber.

The most important characteristic of modern heaters, especially for artificial materials, is their thermal resistance (resistance to heat evaporation) per unit weight distributed over the area (density).

The higher it is, the lighter the finished product can be made without losing its functional properties. The density of the material varies. The store presents a density from 60g/m2 to 200 g/m2.

Other important parameters for synthetic insulation are:

Durability. In this case, the ability to maintain high thermal insulation characteristics over a long period of use. It is known that during the operation of the product over time, the vast majority of insulation begins to cake or fall off, increasing its density and reducing the amount of bound air, which leads to a decrease in its heat-insulating properties.
The ability to compress. Another fairly important indicator that affects the volume of transportation. It is worth noting that frequent or prolonged compression, to one degree or another, harms almost any insulation.
The ability to pass vapor molecules. The air cavities are too small for moisture to enter from the outside, but large enough to allow evaporation to escape from the inside.

Primaloft filler allows moisture to evaporate. Its microscopic air layers are too small for moisture to penetrate, but large enough to release evaporation from the inside. The filler returns its volume better than other materials, even after repeated washing and drying. It can be strongly compressed, after which this material completely returns to its original volume.

There are several varieties of Primaloft materials with different thermal and physical characteristics:

Primaloft One Warmcore by Primaloft- thermal insulation index (clo) 2.6/2.7 per 100 g/m2. Microfiber insulation has a hydrophobic treatment. It is used for the manufacture of urban jackets, shoes and some ski models.

Is different:
- very high thermal insulation per unit weight;
- relatively small thickness of insulation;
- minimum transport volume;
- relatively low durability;
- medium compression volume.

Primaloft Sport- mixed insulation, combining fibers in its composition different diameter, which ensures the creation of even more air cavities to retain heat inside the material. Has a hydrophobic treatment, used in ski clothing models.

Is different:
- high thermal insulation per unit weight (clo = 2.3/100 g/m2);

- average durability.

Primaloft Infinity - the material is created from a continuous fiber. It has a thermal insulation index (clo) of 1.7 per 100 g/m2. It has a hydrophobic treatment, suitable for both clothes and shoes.

Is different:
- high thermal insulation per unit weight;
- high volume compression;
- maximum resistance to compression;
- high durability.

Primaloft Synergy - Has a thermal insulation index (clo) of 2.2 per 100 g/m2. Mixed insulation that combines fibers of different diameters in its composition, which ensures the creation of even more air cavities to retain heat inside the material. The fibers of the material have a continuous structure. Has a hydrophobic treatment, used in some types of ski clothing.

Is different:
- sufficiently high volume per unit weight;
- medium compression volume;
- average durability.

Down - the most commonly used in the production of clothing and bivouac equipment is duck and goose down. Eider down stands apart, the use of which in serial products is difficult due to its extremely high price. Duck down is inferior to goose down in terms of durability and thermal resistance, but has a lower price.

The quality of down and its thermal insulation per unit weight is influenced by such factors:

Down/feather ratio (the smaller the feather, the better thermal insulation, but, as a rule, more time straightening);
The age of the bird (the down of an adult goose is better than the down of a young one), high-quality down can only be obtained from geese living in a fairly cold climate. Therefore, the fluff of birds living in Canada, in the north of Russia and in Eastern Europe is most valued;
Color (down of white geese is traditionally valued more than gray);
Additional processing of down, aimed at cleaning it from impurities, disinfecting and maintaining elastic properties. Down obtained by plucking geese during the molting period has higher characteristics than down obtained from dead birds.

The advantages of down are:

High thermal insulation per unit weight. According to this indicator, high-quality down is approximately twice as superior to the best synthetic counterparts.
With proper use, down also demonstrates amazing durability - no synthetic analogue lasts longer.
High-quality down compresses well and tolerates compression well.

Difficulties associated with the use of fluff:

It is vulnerable to moisture: it gets wet relatively easily, when wet it begins to lose its heat-insulating properties, it dries for quite a long time, moreover, when storing a downy product in a wet state, the down can deteriorate quite quickly.
Even high-quality down is prone to migration both through the fabric and seams of the product (unlike low-quality filler, European goose down sheds much less).

To characterize the quality of down, the Fill Power indicator is used, which describes the ability of a limited mass of down to fill a certain volume.

The physical meaning of Fill Power is the volume in cubic inches occupied by one ounce of fluff. In essence, Fill Power characterizes the ability of the insulation to straighten out after compression to a certain volume and is a kind of assessment of the density of the insulation - the higher the value, the lower the density.

Outdoor equipment uses down with Fill Power values of at least 550 units, Fill Power values of 650 units and above are considered good.

White goose down with Fill Power 800 or more used in equipment high class. In the exclusive equipment of the best brands, down with even higher Fill Power values of 850+ and even 900+ can be used.

Allied Corporation supplies feathers and down. It is a leader in quality and a reliable source of material for the production of quality products.

High quality European down with excellent thermal insulation properties, lightness and unsurpassed durability.

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There are a large number of heaters that are used as a filler for winter jackets and other products. Goose down is endowed with the best characteristics, but its cost is very high, and in terms of care, it is quite picky. Only one artificial material Primaloft can compare with such natural insulation. Only it has a fiber structure very similar to down, has almost identical indicators in heat retention and moisture resistance. And how to wash Primaloft, so as not to spoil the inherent characteristics?

Primaloft is the only man-made fiber that is very similar in basic characteristics to goose down, a special permanent treatment against moisture is not washed off throughout the entire use of the product. This allows you to clean jackets and other goods with such a filler by ordinary washing, both by hand and in an automatic machine.

In order to qualitatively clean products with this type of filler, you should know some rules:

Like any synthetic fibers, washing is carried out at a temperature not exceeding 40 degrees.
The use of powdered detergents is not welcome.
The use of bleach is strictly prohibited.
Places with strong pollution are pre-washed, it is not necessary to use a stain remover. It is enough to treat the sleeves, the collar, the area around the pockets with laundry soap.
It is better to wash with liquid detergents, they are better washed out of the fibers and do not clog the holes between them.
At hand wash you can’t unscrew the products, you can simply drive the water away with your hands and let the excess moisture drain on your own.

Pre-soaking of the product is allowed, it is carried out in warm water with the addition of laundry soap.

Preparatory process

Before washing, it is necessary to carry out some preparatory work. This is necessary so that the product is not damaged or deformed.

To do this, it is advisable to remove or wrap all fittings that do not fit tightly to the product.

The cleaning process is preferably carried out after the label with recommendations from the manufacturer has been studied. It clearly indicates at what temperature to wash, what products to use, how to remove stains.

Before washing, be sure to check the pockets, pull out all the contents from them.

Zippers and buttons are carefully fastened, it is desirable to unfasten the buttons on the contrary.

Handwash

For manual cleaning, you need a large container of water, the bathroom is best suited for this purpose. The purification process is carried out as follows:

The required amount of detergent is dissolved in warm water, the product is placed.
Strong pollution is additionally treated with laundry soap, for very strong, you can use a soft brush.
Leave the product in the water for a while.
Pull out the thing and let the water drain a little.
They drive off excess water.
Rinse in several waters.
Let the water drain, but do not twist

Cleaning in the washing machine

Washing machine complete the task faster and better. Cleaning a product with Primaloft as a filler consists of the following steps:

The prepared product with the stains removed is loaded into the drum.
Set the delicate washing mode at a temperature not exceeding 40 degrees.
Spin rates should be around 600 rpm.
Liquid detergent is poured into the powder compartment.
They start the car.

Then for some time you can go about your business, when it comes to rinsing it is better to be present. It is advisable to set an additional rinse and add conditioner to the water at the second. This little trick will help get rid of electrification, save volume, and allow the product to dry faster.

Drying

We figured out how to wash Primaloft, but how to dry it in order to maintain a presentable appearance of the product? Like other synthetic insulations, Primaloft can go astray if it is simply hung on a clothesline, color lining can fade in direct sunlight, white can turn yellow.

In order for the product to retain all its parameters, it is advisable to dry it in a horizontal position, away from direct sunlight and heating devices, including electric heaters. The prostrate Primaloft will release moisture faster, while there will be no creases and folds on the product.

Washing Primaloft is identical to the cleaning procedures of any artificial fiber. If you follow the instructions exactly, then the product will delight you for a long time with an excellent appearance and retain its warming properties.

Over the past few years, the outdoor clothing market has experienced a real boom in the emergence of new insulation technologies. In the fall of 2013, the first products from Polartec Alpha went on sale, in the winter of 2013-2014, items from The North Face with Primaloft Thermoball insulation appeared in stores, and Columbia and Arcteryx released jackets that combine down and synthetic insulation. At the same time, attempts to create clothes and accessories with electric heating and the use of materials that accumulate the heat of the human body do not end.

The reason for this lies not only in the attempts of manufacturers to increase the functionality of their products. The emergence of new insulation technologies based on microfiber synthetic insulation is associated with a noticeable rise in the price of raw goose down over the past five years. According to the American magazine Outside, a pound of raw white goose down cost $10 in 2009 and about $50 in 2014.

Hence the demand for the latest insulation technologies that could compete on equal terms with down products from developers and manufacturers of clothing and equipment for outdoor activities. Moreover, this demand will only grow in the near future, which implies the expansion of collections based primarily on synthetic insulation from most manufacturers. We will get acquainted with the properties of the newest of them.

Unlike other manufacturers of insulation and technological fabrics, Polartec approached the price crisis for down raw materials fully armed. The latest Polartec Alpha material was developed for military special forces in accordance with the requirements of the General Directorate of Special Operations Forces of the US Department of Defense (U. S. Special Operations Forces - SOF) long before its announcement on the civilian market in 2012. The first products using it appeared in September 2013 from Rab, The North Face, Mountain Equipment, Montane and 66 North.

SOF's requirements were to create a lightweight, quick-drying, highly breathable garment material with high thermal insulation and acceptable wind protection. According to the results of field and laboratory tests, Polartec Alpha became the leader.

When creating Alpha, the developers started from the main, in their opinion, the lack of existing heaters. So, for example, down and a significant part of microfiber synthetic insulation that imitates its structure are able to penetrate through the seams and fibers of the fabric. And this circumstance requires the manufacturer to use materials with a very dense weave of fibers in order to avoid the migration of insulation inside the product and its penetration to the outside. Such dense fabrics, unfortunately, are heavy and do not contribute to the rapid removal of sweat and excess heat from the body. All this can lead to overheating during active loads and, as a result, the risk of wetting the insulation from sweat.

Therefore, the emphasis was placed on the development of a comprehensive solution - a kind of "sandwich" of a durable outer layer, a modified insulation based on Polartec® Power Shield® High Loft and the lining material that removes moisture as well as possible. Like Power Shield® High Loft, Alpha insulation is a wear-resistant long-fiber fleece, with the only difference being that it is not laminated to the outer surface of the product, but is the filling of a fabric “sandwich”. Such measures by the developers have led to the fact that the product dries much faster, about twice as fast as the closest competitors, and has a low weight.

Adding to this is Polartec's very flexible approach to manufacturers, allowing them to choose their own facial fabric, from ultra-lightweight materials such as Pertex to Softshell. All this determined the main scope of the Polartec Alpha material - jackets used as an intermediate or top layer of clothing. The compromise in this decision was the ratio of heat / weight. In the opinion of most testers and outdoor publications, this Alpha is still inferior to down and the latest development from Primaloft - Thermoball.

The latest synthetic insulation from Primaloft, which very closely copies the structure of the fluff. Outwardly, the novelty resembles a rolled up cotton ball, which gave rise to the name - Thermoball. Until this development, all synthetic insulations were a mixture of hollow fibers that looked little like fluff in appearance and only partly repeated its properties.
In release new technology The North Face, says the new insulation will broadly match the properties of Primaloft One, but will be 15% warmer per unit weight, matching down with a Fill Power of 600. This means that the ability to regain volume after compression and hold an equivalent amount of air between the fibers, which serves as a heat insulator. The North Face currently owns the exclusive right to use Thermoball in its products until 2015, as the company actively contributed to its development.

As with Primaloft One, the developers have placed particular emphasis on keeping the Thermoball's insulating properties when wet, which has been confirmed by numerous tests in the field. Tester Sean McCoy, the editor of gearjunkie.com, made a particularly good showing when he soaked his ThermoBall Full Zip Jacket thoroughly and went out for a walk in sub-zero temperatures. The new material passed the test with brilliance, surprising even such a sophisticated user. The editors of Outside magazine also praised it, calling ThermoBall "the most thermally insulating synthetic insulation they have ever tested."

Despite the clear progress in the field of improving synthetic insulation, even Primaloft Inc. does not want to refuse the use of fluff. However, all experts are well aware of its main disadvantages - low thermal insulation when wet and slow drying, to which the disadvantage mentioned above is added - a high price for the manufacturer, and, as a result, for the end user. The creation of Primaloft Down Blend was designed to overcome these shortcomings.

The essence of the technology comes down to mixing natural fluff and artificial fibers Primaloft Ultra-Fine, close to it in the property of restoring its volume after compression and retaining the maximum amount of air between the fibers. In addition to this, the down is treated with a water-repellent composition. These measures made it possible to reduce the cost of the hybrid insulation without losing quality, to ensure acceptable thermal insulation properties of the wet mixture, and also to increase its drying rate by 4 times compared to ordinary fluff!

PrimaLoft ® Performance Down is available in two versions:

- PrimaLoft Gold Insulations Down Blend - Goose Down 70% (Down Feather 90/10) - Synthetic Fibers 30%. 1.23 ClO dry versus 1.18 CLO wet.
- PrimaLoft Silver Insulations Down Blend - Duck Down 60% (Down Feather 85/15) - Synthetic Fibers 40%. 1.14 ClO dry versus 1.07 CLO wet.

Thus, the new combined insulation corresponds in terms of its thermal insulation properties to high-quality down with an index of FP 750 and FP 600, respectively. At the same time, thanks to the inclusion of synthetics and moisture-repellent impregnation of down, it continues to work even when wet with virtually no loss.

"Infrared" insulation PrimaLoft Kodenshi

Perhaps the most exotic way of warming clothes from all presented. Attempts to pick up or create from scratch right stuff, which could accumulate the heat of the human body, and then slowly return it back like a stone heated in the sun, have been undertaken by manufacturers repeatedly. So far, no company has achieved unequivocal success, although developments are being carried out both by industry giants - The North Face, and not so well-known brands, such as the American manufacturer of clothing and accessories for skiing Powderhorn.

The closest specialists from Picture Organic, a French manufacturer of eco-friendly clothing for skiers and snowboarders, came closest to implementing this idea with BioCeramic technology - ceramic particles contained in the membrane material accumulate heat and slowly radiate it to the wearer of the equipment. However, the manufacturer himself positions this development not as an element of insulation, but as a technology that improves muscle tone.

Lamination of the membrane with ceramic particles is actively used by the young manufacturer of premium ski clothing Mountain Force. Their exclusive development of Ceramic Membrane has high thermal insulation properties, which allows you to provide additional comfort on a frosty slope without the need for an additional layer of insulation, which increases not only the weight of the product, but also its volume.

Ceramics has been used, by the way, for several years in Primaloft. Their Primaloft Ceramic and PrimaLoft Kodenshi insulation is made with ceramic microfibers to help reflect heat back to the body. Such a heater is much more efficient. Its main consumer is Goldwin. However, now you can also find products from other brands using PrimaLoft Kodenshi. Among them are Black Diamond and Reusch, which use insulation in ski gloves and mittens.

At the ISPO 2014 exhibition, 3M insulation was presented, imitating natural fluff. 3M Thinsulate Featherless synthetic insulation should be a hypoallergenic alternative to natural down. It mimics the look and insulating properties of natural down. 3M Thinsulate Featherless insulation is as light as natural down, breathes freely and guarantees good protection by cold.

In addition, it retains heat even when wet; corresponds to Fill Power 600, has more elasticity at the same weight as natural down.

At the moment, it is not yet known which of the leading outdoor manufacturers have decided to use the new insulation for their products, but for sure it will be in great demand among manufacturers of sleeping bags and insulated clothing.

Clothing with heating elements

The use of electric heating elements in equipment cannot be called a 100% novelty. Heated insoles from Sidas or Therm-ic companies have long and firmly entered the everyday life of many skiers and snowboarders. However, in clothing, such technologies have been successfully applied relatively recently.

The first major company to launch such a product was Columbia with its Thermal Electric line of apparel and footwear launched in 2011. The essence of the technology was reduced to the use of batteries and carbon fiber heated from them, woven into the fabric of the product.

Alas, this collection did not have much success in the sports industry - the company's shortcomings, as well as the rather high price, affected Columbia Thermal Electric jackets and parkas were sold at prices ranging from $ 750 to $ 1200 and, alas, were not very suitable for sports use. Sales in Russia were hampered by a completely embarrassing situation - the entire line of clothing in 2012 was withdrawn by the supplier as a result of a defective heating element.

In 2012, Cayenne gloves, with heating elements and Therm-ic batteries, were introduced by Black Diamond. Unfortunately, this development suffered the same fate as the Columbia products - the unreliable operation of the electronics led to a temporary disappearance from the company's catalogs.

Outdoor Research is known primarily as a manufacturer of very high quality accessories (gloves, hats, etc.) and clothing for outdoor activities in the mountains. And it's no surprise that their winter 2014 collection also featured a line of their two Lucent Heated Glove and Stormtracker Glove models and one model of Lucent Heated Mitts equipped with heating elements. The batteries are located in the cuffs, they also have a button for switching heating modes. In the maximum mode, the battery charge lasts for 2.5 hours, in the minimum mode - up to 8 hours of operation. As in the case of Columbia products, thermocouples are woven into the material of the gloves and heat the entire palm, not just the fingers. With this technology, it is still possible to wash gloves with the batteries disconnected. Charging from a socket.

It is still premature to talk about the success of this undertaking, but unlike its predecessors, OR started with such exotic products much more confidently. This is also evidenced by the fact that a lifetime warranty is provided for the entire line of gloves.

So far, the prospects for such technologies in clothing are rather vague, but with the development of electronics, we will surely see much more successful examples of their application.

Behind the acronym PCM lies the innovation of the Swiss textile specialists Schoeller. The schoeller®-PCM™ technology material contains countless tiny microcapsules filled with so-called Phase Change Materials, i.e. a substance with a variable state of aggregation, such as water. This is a thermal adaptation technology, its essence is that the contents of microcapsules change their state of aggregation at certain temperatures, accumulating heat in liquid state and dissipating it, passing into the solid phase. If the body or ambient temperature rises, the capsules accumulate excess heat. If the temperature drops again, they transfer the stored heat to the body again.

A bit of theory

Thermal insulation is the process of reducing heat transfer between the body and the environment. It is not for nothing that insulators in English are always defined by the word Insulation - insulation.

Air is always in motion - warm tends to rise, cold falls down, this factor must also be taken into account when developing insulated clothing.
Thus, the main task of the clothing insulation is to keep the air warmed by our body inside, and not let the cold outside.

Important quantities that allow you to describe the quality of the insulation:

But despite technological advances, Down is still the best insulator.. Most often, goose down is used in the manufacture of down jackets - it is more durable than duck down, and also cheaper than eider down. Highly purified goose down has high Fill Power and is optimal in terms of price-quality ratio.

Over the past few years, the outdoor clothing market has experienced a real boom in the emergence of new insulation technologies. In autumn 2013, the first products from Polartec Alpha, in the winter of 2013-2014 - items from the company appeared in stores The North Face with insulation Primaloft Thermoball, and companies Columbia and Arcteryx released jackets that combine down and synthetic insulation. At the same time, attempts to create clothes and accessories with electric heating and the use of materials that accumulate the heat of the human body do not end.

Polartec® Alpha

Unlike other manufacturers of insulation and technological fabrics, Polartec approached the price crisis for down raw materials fully armed. Latest Material Polartec Alpha was developed for military special forces in accordance with the requirements of the General Directorate of Special Operations Forces of the US Department of Defense (U. S. Special Operations Forces - SOF) long before its announcement on the civilian market in 2012. The first products with its use appeared in September 2013 from companies Rab, The North Face, Mountain Equipment, Montane and 66 North.

While creating Alpha, the developers started from the main, in their opinion, the lack of existing heaters. So, for example, down and a significant part of microfiber synthetic insulation that imitates its structure are able to penetrate through the seams and fibers of the fabric. And this circumstance requires the manufacturer to use materials with a very dense weave of fibers in order to avoid the migration of insulation inside the product and its penetration to the outside. Such dense fabrics, unfortunately, are heavy and do not contribute to the rapid removal of sweat and excess heat from the body. All this can lead to overheating during active loads and, as a result, the risk of wetting the insulation from sweat.

Therefore, the emphasis was placed on the development of a comprehensive solution - a kind of "sandwich" of a durable outer layer, a modified insulation based on Polartec® Power Shield® High Loft and the most moisture-wicking lining material. Like Power Shield® High Loft, insulation Alpha is a wear-resistant long-fiber fleece, with the only difference that it is not laminated on the outer surface of the product, but is the filling of a fabric "sandwich". Such measures by the developers have led to the fact that the product dries much faster, about twice as fast as the closest competitors, and has a low weight.

Added to this is a very flexible approach. Polartec in relation to manufacturers - they will be able to choose the facial fabric on their own, from ultra-light materials such as Pertex, before softshell. All this determined the main scope of the material. Polartec Alpha- jackets used as an intermediate or top layer of clothing. The compromise in this decision was the ratio of heat / weight. According to most testers and outdoor publications, this Alpha still inferior to down and the latest development from Primaloft - Thermoball.

Polartec Alpha - Marmot Isotherm Hoody jacket, Rab Strata jacket and vest.

Primaloft® Thermoball™

The latest synthetic insulation from Primaloft, which very accurately copies the structure of the fluff. Outwardly, the novelty resembles a rolled up cotton ball, which served as the name - Thermoball. Until this development, all synthetic insulations were a mixture of hollow fibers that looked little like fluff in appearance and only partly repeated its properties. In the release of the new technology, The North Face announced that the new insulation will generally repeat the properties Primaloft One, but will be 15% warmer per unit weight, corresponding to down with a Fill Power of 600. This means the ability to restore its volume after compression is equivalent to down and to hold an equivalent amount of air between the fibers, which serves as a thermal insulator. The North Face currently owns the right of exclusive use Thermoball in its products until 2015, as the company actively contributed to its development.

As in the case with Primaloft One, the developers have placed special emphasis on maintaining heat-insulating properties Thermoball when wet, which was confirmed by numerous tests in the field. Particularly distinguished tester Sean McCoy- the editor of the resource gearjunkie.com, thoroughly wetting his jacket ThermoBall Full Zip Jacket and went for a walk in it at an air temperature just below zero. The new material passed the test with brilliance, surprising even such a sophisticated user. The editors of the Outside magazine also came to a high assessment, naming Thermoball"The most thermally insulating synthetic insulation they've ever tested."

Examples of products using Primaloft Thermoball– jackets and vests The North Face Thermoball Full Zip, bivouac and urban TNF shoes, which previously used 600 F.P. down.

Primaloft Down Blend

Despite the obvious successes in the field of improving synthetic insulation, they do not want to refuse the use of fluff even in Primaloft Inc.. However, all experts are well aware of its main disadvantages - low thermal insulation when wet and slow drying, to which the disadvantage mentioned above is added - a high price for the manufacturer, and, as a result, for the end user. Creation Primaloft Down Blend designed to overcome these shortcomings.

The essence of the technology comes down to mixing natural fluff and artificial fibers Primaloft Ultra Fine, close to it in the property to restore its volume after compression and retain the maximum amount of air between the fibers. In addition to this, the down is treated with a water-repellent composition. These measures made it possible to reduce the cost of the hybrid insulation without losing quality, to ensure acceptable thermal insulation properties of the wet mixture, and also to increase its drying rate by 4 times compared to ordinary fluff!

PrimaLoft ® Performance Down is available in two versions:

– PrimaLoft Gold Insulations Down Blend- Goose down 70% (feather down 90/10) - synthetic fibers 30%. 1.23 ClO dry versus 1.18 CLO wet.
– PrimaLoft Silver Insulations Down Blend- Duck down 60% (down feather 85/15) - synthetic fibers 40%. 1.14 ClO dry versus 1.07 CLO wet.

Examples of products using Primaloft Down Blend- jacket Black Diamond Hot Forge(available spring 2015), jacket Adidas Outdoor Terrex Climaheat Ice Jacket.

"Infrared" insulation

PrimaLoft Kodenshi

Perhaps the most exotic way of warming clothes from all presented. Attempts to select or create from scratch the right material that could accumulate the heat of the human body, and then slowly return it back like a stone heated in the sun, have been made by manufacturers repeatedly. So far, no company has achieved unequivocal success, although developments are being carried out as industry giants - The North Face, and not so well-known brands, such as the American manufacturer of clothing and accessories for skiing powderhorn.

The experts closest to realizing this idea came from Picture Organic, a French manufacturer of eco-friendly clothing for skiers and snowboarders, with technology BioCeramic– the ceramic particles contained in the membrane material accumulate heat and slowly radiate it to the user of the equipment. However, the manufacturer himself positions this development not as an element of insulation, but as a technology that improves muscle tone.

Lamination of the membrane with ceramic particles is actively used by a young manufacturer of premium ski clothing mountain force. Their exclusive development Ceramic Membrane It has high thermal insulation properties, which makes it possible to provide additional comfort on a frosty slope without the need for an additional layer of insulation, which increases not only the weight of the product, but also its volume.

Ceramics have been used, by the way, for several years and in Primaloft. Their insulation Primaloft Ceramic and PrimaLoft Kodenshi made with the addition of ceramic microfibers to help reflect heat back to the body. Such a heater is much more efficient. Its main consumer is the company Goldwin. However, now you can also find products from other brands using PrimaLoft Kodenshi. Among them Black Diamond and Reusch using insulation in ski gloves and mittens.

Elasticity. With regard to heaters, this is the ability to restore the original structure, in fact, the volume. The structure of synthetic fibers most often recovers faster than down. This is partly why in down jackets it is not uncommon to make inserts with synthetic insulation in the shoulder area and on the sides of the jacket, where there is the most pressure.

But, despite technological progress, fluff is still the best insulation. Most often, goose down is used in the manufacture of down jackets - it is more durable than duck down, and also cheaper than eider down. Highly purified goose down has high Fill Power and is optimal in terms of price-quality ratio.

The review was prepared by store specialists