Technical Materials
We wish to help you understand the materials that go into make up the products we have chosen to sell have put this glossary together.
GORE-TEX TECHNOLOGY:
Laminating a special GORE-TEX membrane to high performance textiles, then sealing them with an innovative solution for 100% waterproof protection creates GORE-TEX fabrics.
The secret of GORE-TEX is that the membrane contains over 9 billion microscopic pores per square inch. These pores are approximately 20,000 times smaller than a drop of water, but 700 times bigger than a molecule of moisture vapour. So while water in its liquid form cannot penetrate the GORE-TEX membrane, moisture vapour (a gas), can easily escape.
Waterproofness
The resistance of a material to water penetration. An item can be classed as waterproof when it resists water to a certain level. It is measured by the height of a column of water achieved above the material over 24 hours. All GORE-TEX materials are guaranteed minimum 28,000mm.
Breathability (RET)
This is a measure on the fabric’s breathability. The lower a fabric’s resistance to moisture vapour transfer, the better it breathes. Lower RET = better breathability.
For the body to function and regulate its temperature it must perspire, therefore it is imperative for the garment to breath to allow the body to manage its temperature. If the material does not breath the body gets wet and cold.
3-layer GORE-TEX PERFORMANCE SHELL
The GORE-TEX membrane is bonded between the inner liner and outer abrasion resistant fabric. Lighter with enhanced breathability and durability but slightly stiffer to wear.
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3-Layer GORE-TEX PRO SHELL
GORE-TEX Pro Shell is the optimal solution for professional outerwear to use under extremely tough conditions. Sandwich style construction between abrasion resistant outer and inner layer.
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2-Layer Gore-Tex PacLite Stretch
Has all the features of 3-Layer Gore-tex but is the lightest weight version, featuring a full stretch outer fabric and membrane.
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GORE-TEX Soft Shell
Soft and comfortable fabrics to wear and use The clothing is made by bonding a GORE-TEX membrane directly to the outer fabric and a fleecy liner on the inside, designed for reduced layering and improved freedom of movement.
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GORE-TEX CARE INSTRUCTIONS
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HiPE
The technical performance of a garment depends a great deal on the material used. However, it is crucial to the function of a garment that the design and material are adapted to the specific area of use of the garment. Peak Performance has a standard that is called HiPE. The standard guarantees that the products function according to our high demands. It is important for them to inform the public that HiPE is a standard guaranteed by Peak Performance that gives their customers secure alternatives when selecting clothes. All HiPE products are tested in the field by professional athletes.
Pertex Microlight
Essential when grams and ounces count. All Pertex Microlight fabrics are in the 45g/m² weight range. Lightweight, soft hand and hard durability for it’s weight.
Pertex Quantum
Pertex Quantum is the lightest fabric made by Pertex. It’s a true featherweight as they use the finest yarns available to use with the maximum thread counts.
Polartec Power Dry
Designed to keep your skin dry when you sweat by using different yarns on either side of the fabric. This creates two different surfaces: one that is optimised to move moisture away from the skin, the other to dry quickly.
Polartec Power Stretch
Body hugging 4 way stretch and very breathable. It will keep you dry when you sweat and provide warmth without weight. Actively pulls moisture away allowing comfort and performance.
Polygiene
Polygiene is a breakthrough, patented antimicrobial technology that employs ionic silver to inhibit the growth of micro-organisms.
Thermolite
Thermolite is used extensively for insulating linings within the ski industry. The material is available in different types and weights for a variety of applications and for different insulation needs. The models Peak Performance uses are Thermolite plus, Thermolite active, and Thermolite micro. Thermolite plus provides the best insulation while Thermolite active has the best breathing properties, and Thermolite micro is the thinnest and lightest lining.
Primaloft
The human body uses energy to keep warm. PrimaLoft uses a patented microfibre structure to help the body retain warmth and conserve energy. The lighweight and incredibly soft PrimaLoft insulation core creates millions of air spaces suspended in microfibre mesh. These air spaces are so fine that water drops bead on the surface. Even when forced into the PrimaLoft core, water is repelled and not absorbed by the patented microfibre structure. This is why you will stay warm under wet conditions.
PrimaLoft® Sport
PrimaLoft® Sport is the perfect combination of high performance insulation and value. This technology combines ultra-fine and multi-diameter fibers for specific performance characteristics. The specially treated ultra-fine fibers help to form a water resistant insulating structure, while the multi-diameter fibers help to build loft. If your idea of a great winter weekend takes you outside into the great outdoors, PrimaLoft® Sport helps you feel at home and well insulated even if the weather turns wet.
PrimaLoft® One
PrimaLoft® One is the ultimate microfiber insulation. Ultra-fine fibers are specially treated in a patented process and then combined into an insulating core that is incredibly soft, lightweight and water resistant. PrimaLoft® One absorbs 3 times less water, is 14% warmer when dry and is 24% warmer when wet than the competitive insulation.