Gore Fabrics

Details of products from Gore along with relevant reviews and forum discussions

Posted: 14 October 2004
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GORE FABRICS

GORE-TEX® fabric 2-layer and 3-layer fabrics

The truly original all round waterproof, windproof and breathable fabric
Guaranteed to keep you dry and last for years
2-layer is light and versatile and perfect for quality low to mid-level walking jackets and trousers
For those higher up the mountain 3-layer’s increased abrasion resistance offers ideal protection from sharp rocks and backpacks
GORE-TEX® fabric offers a ‘Guaranteed to keep you dry’ promise, which ensures that clothing performance is over and above that offered by the garment manufacturer

GORE-TEX® XCR® fabric

GORE-TEX® XCR® stands for eXtended Comfort Range and is 25% more breathable than GORE-TEX® fabric
It offers greater levels of comfort during heavy exertion and is therefore commonly found in technical high mountain garments
GORE-TEX® XCR® fabric is available in 2-layer and 3-layer versions, with 3-layer being more durable but slightly heavier
3-layer material offers a very high abrasion resistance making it perfect for climbing

GORE-TEX® XCR® Stretch fabric

This cutting edge fabric has given garment designers the freedom to create comfortable innovative waterproof clothing by incorporating modern clean lines
A reduction in the volume of the fabric results in fewer movement and vision restrictions to the wearer
Movement is enhanced through the outer shell moving in harmony with other stretch layers
GORE-TEX® XCR® Stretch fabric is the only fabric to combine durably waterproof stretch performance with extreme breathability and abrasion resistance

GORE-TEX® PACLITE® fabric

GORE-TEX® PACLITE® fabric posseses all the waterproof, windproof and breathable benefits of GORE-TEX® fabric, but is 20% lighter and can fold away into the smallest spaces
If you have room for a can of drink – you have room for a PACLITE® fabric jacket
Its light weight makes it perfect for fast-moving hiking, cycling, and fell running
GORE-TEX PacLite represents the perfect emergency garment to protect against unpredictable weather conditions

NEW GORE-TEX® Soft Shell

This latest fabric from Gore combines the protection of a shell outer with the comfort of a midlayer, creating softer, stretcher and more comfortable waterproof, breathable garments
GORE-TEX® Soft Shell jackets, new for autumn/winter ’04, are 2.5 times warmer than traditional GORE-TEX® 3L garments allowing the wearer to minimise the number of layers worn in cold, damp conditions
These new Soft Shell laminates are available in stretch and non-stretch versions and are ideal for enthusiasts who are looking for softness, warmth and freedom of movement from their outdoor apparrel
Each garment still carries Gore’s "Guaranteed to keep you dry®” promise
The new GORE-TEX® soft shell products are particularly suited to snow sports and for those who want versatile garments for hiking and outdoor adventure holidays

GORE-TEX® XCR® Footwear

Keep your feet dry from heel to toe in Gore’s unique GORE-TEX® XCR® fabric
XCR® stands for eXtended Comfort Range and is 25% more breathable than regular GORE-TEX® fabric offering greater levels of comfort during heavy exertion
GORE-TEX XCR boots represent the optimum climate control for your feet providing a combination of extreme breathability with total waterproofingl
The key is a holistic approach to boot construction incorporating the unique GORE-TEX® XCR® membrane with Gore’s patented waterproof seam tape and cutting edge design

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