With a commitment to eco-engineer the best fabrics, Polartec, a Milliken & Company brand, is integrating its cutting-edge fabric technologies in a range of outdoor apparel designed for trail running, hiking and thru-hiking enthusiasts.
Polartec-powered apparel provides a clothing system to reduce bulk, protect against the elements, conquer odors and ensure long-lasting freshness while keeping your body warm and dry and your pack light.
New this summer and beyond are:
- 66North launches the Grettir Men’s and Women’s tops to be worn as a single layer for sweaty hikes or as the ultimate base layer for cooler days or overnight treks. The shirt is constructed of innovative Polartec Delta fabric designed to be next to the skin, featuring a lightweight cool mesh jersey that ensures breathability, maximum comfort, and moisture management. The addition of Polartec’s Fresh Face technology leverages the power of botanical mint oil, a plant-based deodorizer, to neutralize the smell of garments. The ergonomic design and seamless construction of the Grettir Top ensure a comfortable fit, complete freedom of movement, and complete dryness during intense physical activity.
- For mid-layer options, the Women’s and Men’s Pace Flow Houdi from Houdini – comprising 100 percent recycled Polartec Power Dry Mesh- offers a high warmth-to-weight ratio with breathability that creates insulation without trapping excess heat or vapor for high-impact and fast-paced activities. Designed to be as versatile as the trail systems you embark upon, the Pace Flow Houdi can be worn as an outer layer that will let air flow through the garment and vent out any excess heat or moisture or can be worn underneath a shell to build a powerful layer of warm air that provides an exceptional level of insulation without the bulk.
- Another trusty mid-layer is the Merlin Hoodie from Senchi Designs, crafted with Polartec Alpha Direct 120 insulation that uses a grid construction to enhance thermal efficiency and wick moisture away from the skin, ensuring rapid drying. The Merlin’s stretchy and form-fitting design, lightweight composition and exceptional insulation properties provide excellent freedom of movement, allowing hikers to conquer challenging terrains with ease.
- For complete weather protection systems, hikers can add the Men’s and Women’s Snæfell Jacket from 66North, an outer layer built for durability and protection against the elements. Constructed with Polartec NeoShell fabric, the Snæfell Jacket offers an impenetrable barrier against wind, rain, and snow while keeping you dry. The durable fabric is soft and quiet with a comfortable stretch, and the jacket features a fully adjustable hood, watertight zippers, and reinforced seams.
