- Overview
Clothing that changes the face of outerwear.
Polartec® Power Shield® fabrics are the next generation of technical outerwear, the soft shell. This clothing concept goes beyond traditional 2-layer systems—which feature fleece insulation and a waterproof/breathable shell—to a single layer that protects against all but the worst weather conditions and delivers extended breathability, abrasion resistance and stretch to enhance your outdoor adventure.
- How Does It Work?
How Does It Work?
Polartec® Power Shield® fabrics feature a smooth, tightly woven face for abrasion resistance without the stiffness and noise of a traditional hard shell. A polyester velour back traps air and provides a high warmth-to-weight ratio.
All Polartec® Power Shield® fabrics are finished with a Durable Water Repellent (DWR) to shed rain and snow. All versions feature spandex or mechanical stretch for freedom of movement.
Garments made from Polartec® Power Shield® fabrics are designed to replace traditional fleece and shell systems for most outdoor clothing applications, reducing the weight and number of layers needed to insulate and protect. They are ideal for skiing, snowboarding, climbing and backcountry trekking.
They are used in jackets, pants, bibs, hats and gloves. It's outerwear that gets worn, not carried in a pack.
- Technical Highlights
Technical Highlights
- Blocks 98% of the wind
- Highly breathable
- Water repellent
- Extremely abrasion resistant
- Less noise than a hardshell
- Stretch for active comfort
- Warmth without weight
- Machine washable
Polartec® Power Shield O2®
