- Overview
The Ultimate Soft Shell.
In 1998 Polartec launched Polartec® Power Shield® and the soft shell revolution. It was developed in recognition of the fact that 90% of the time you are outside, the weather isn’t that bad. So there is great benefit in giving up a little weather protection, in order to get a lot more breathability.
In 2010, we are building on that product history by adding real water resistance to our soft shells with the launch of Polartec® Power Shield® Pro. Polartec® Power Shield® Pro combines never before seen levels of air permeability with durable hydrostatic resistance to keep you dry both from within and from out.
Learn why Polartec® Power Shield® Pro is The Ultimate Soft Shell.
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How Does It Work?
Polartec® Power Shield® Pro fabrics feature a smooth, tightly woven face for great abrasion resistance, and a polyester back for a high warmth-to-weight ratio. The membrane in the middle enables the fabric to block 99% of the wind. The remaining 1% circulates within the fabric which greatly enhances moisture vapor transmission, improving breathability and reducing the risk of heat stress buildup.
Polartec® Power Shield® fabrics have the best breathability in the soft shell market. In fact, Polartec® Power Shield® Pro fabrics are 30-50% more breathable than windproof soft shells in dynamic or active conditions.
Learn more about the benefits of Polartec® Power Shield® Pro.
- Technical Highlights
Technical Highlights
- Blocks 99% of the wind
- Highly breathable
- Highly water resistant
- Extremely abrasion resistant
- Stretch for active comfort
- Less noise than a hardshell
- Warmth without weight
- Machine washable
Learn more about the benefits of Polartec® Power Shield® Pro.
