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Our most advanced breathable-waterproof outerwear technology.Our most advanced breathable-waterproof outerwear technology.

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Waterproof / Breathable

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Guaranteed to keep you dry™Guaranteed to keep you dry™

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Waterproof / Breathable

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Seam sealed for maximum protection, performance and comfort.Seam sealed for maximum protection, performance and comfort.

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Engineered to reduce the effects of wind chill and retain comfortEngineered to reduce the effects of wind chill and retain comfort

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Delivering the best warmth-to-weight ratio in nature. Delivering the best warmth-to-weight ratio in nature.

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Advanced thermal performance in extreme conditions.Advanced thermal performance in extreme conditions.

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Our natural and synthetic temperature-regulating insulation technology.Our natural and synthetic temperature-regulating insulation technology.

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Synthetic insulation for durable, lightweight and compressible warmth.Synthetic insulation for durable, lightweight and compressible warmth.

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Revolutionary lightweight heat-trapping technology.Revolutionary lightweight heat-trapping technology.

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Lightweight, wicking and cooling fabric technologyLightweight, wicking and cooling fabric technology

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Our groundbreaking insulation and ventilation technology.Our groundbreaking insulation and ventilation technology.

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Your first level of protection against the coldYour first level of protection against the cold

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Quick drying performanceQuick drying performance

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Innovation at any pace. Optimised stability. Enhanced cushioning. VECTIV™ technology. For speed and comfort on every trail.Innovation at any pace. Optimised stability. Enhanced cushioning. VECTIV™ technology. For speed and comfort on every trail.

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Footwear Performance technologies engineered to keep you moving.Footwear Performance technologies engineered to keep you moving.

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Durable Water Repellent Fabric

Delivering a water-repellent first layer of defence against moisture.


About the
technology

Our waterproof and breathable products are treated with a durable water-repellent solution (DWR).

The solution forms a protective barrier on the outer layer of the garment, ensuring water beads up and sheds off the surface.

The application of DWR is not exclusive to waterproof garments. We also apply the technology to other gear, offering water repellency to our WindWall, insulation, equipment and footwear styles.

BenefitsDWR Benefits

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Water resistance

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Enhances Breathability

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Reactivating DWR with nature in mind

After heavy use of DWR-treated gear, washing helps reactivate the effectiveness of the protective solution and enhances comfort.

If you find that the DWR finish is not as it was after a couple of washes, you can refresh it with an apparel protector spray. The spray creates a liquid repellent layer that increases the effectiveness and longevity of the DWR finish.

Our sprays are water-based, biodegradable and safe to use indoors.

To reduce our impact on nature, we’re switching to the use of a more environmentally friendly DWR solutions.

Non-PFC DWR is an effective water repellent and helps minimise some of the environmental impacts of fluorocarbon.

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Outer shell layer

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Midlayer

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Fleeces

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Trousers

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Footwear


How to layer

DWR is applied to outerwear layers and some midlayers and fleeces.


Discover our DWR products

From fleeces to rainwear, discover the products treated with DWR technology.

DWR
JACKETS

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Recycled nylon treated with a non-PFC DWR Finish helps repel rain to leave you feeling warm, dry and comfortable.

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DWR
MIDLAYERS

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Stay dry and protected in shifting conditions with a lightweight shell treated with a DWR finish.

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DWR
FLEECES

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Brush off the drizzle with recycled, pill-resistant and DWR treated fleece.

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