Back from the OS Outdoors Show - more about that shortly - but one
interesting development that we've not been aware of before, is that
Blacks is now producing waterproof jackets using eVENT
fabric as part of its own-brand Technicals range.
We've always been impressed with eVENT - in our view it's the most
breathable waterproof fabric out there - so it's good to see it
potentially getting a wider audience thanks to Blacks' many high
street stores.
We don't have full details, but the new jackets, which are in
store now, look neat and available in both all-round and lightweight
styles. What you won't be getting is cheap eVENT however. The
top-end, three-layer Technicals Lethbridge
jacket for example, is priced at £199.99. There's
also a lightweight eVENT jacket - pictured - in both men's and
women's versions.
More details when we have them and maybe even a review.
eVENT Windproof Coming Soon
While we're on the subject, eVENT is also unleashing a windproof
fabric later this year and had Rab, Montane and Vau De versions on
show on their stand.
Like Gore's Windstopper it promises to be completely windproof,
but also thanks to the use of a PTFE membrane, extremely water
resistant as well. The membrane itself should keep the water at bay,
though in heavy rain, it'll still get in through untaped seams.
More eVENT details at www.eventfabrics.com
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