Our soft shell garments fall into two categories: those that have a membrane, i.e. Gore-Tex Infinium™, and non-membrane /double weave softshells which rely on the properties of the fabric itself to provide protection, i.e. Exolite or Arrow fabrics.
Gore-Tex Infinium™ fabrics with Windstopper® softshell technology use an ePTFE membrane to block wind and provide very high levels of water resistance. Compared to non-membrane / double weave softshell fabrics they are typically less breathable but are extremely weather resistant and outstandingly durable. This makes them ideal for use in foul or cold conditions.
Non-membrane / double weave softshell use fabrics which comprise of two weave types, the weave on the front and back of the fabric being different. They tend to be wind resistant rather than completely windproof, and this results in greater breathability. The weaves themselves largely determine how windproof the fabric will be. Exolite fabrics’ names refers to the weights of the fabrics, with a bigger number indicating a heavier – and generally more durable and weather resistant – fabric. Exolite fabrics are stretchy, wind resistant, and shed light rain thanks to their repellent treatment.
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