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Snowboarding Jacket
If it is a product that has been a rapid development, it is the jacket. Fifteen years ago, an outdoor jacket was generally with a green cap. Today is the difference between fashion and functionality has become very blurred. Fashion is the acquisition of inventions from the outdoor arena, while outerwear is more than ever the color and design. The extremes of fashion and functionality now appear to be in line with each other too well.
What has not changed is the function of the outer layer in the three-shift system: the water and / or windproof layer protects against the elements, while the release of moisture as a result of the implementation of the activity. Today, these jackets with a variety of substances, laminates, coatings, each with its own price and specific advantages and disadvantages. However, not every jacket is suitable for any adventure or activity. In this section, learn the importance and functions of the outer layer:
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Gitzo GA140XL Fleece jacket Size - SL (Black) |
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The Gitzo Apparel Collection is the ultimate and only carrying solution for maximum protection from wind and cold, without compromising storage and accessibility, and is specifically designed for professional photographers... |
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Gitzo GA140XXL Fleece Photo Jacket (Size XXL) |
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The Fleece Jacket is the first one specifically designed for professional photographers. Following its mission of developing professional photo essentials, Gitzo provides the ultimate and only solution to pro photographers who are looking for maximum protection from wind and cold without compromising storage and accessibility of their equipment... |
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Gitzo GA140M Fleece jacket Size - M (Black) |
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The Gitzo Apparel Collection is the ultimate and only carrying solution for maximum protection from wind and cold, without compromising storage and accessibility, and is specifically designed for professional photographers... |
The functions of the third level
* Waterproof
A jacket is a piece of snowboarding clothing, waterproof. It is an ISO standard defines whether a garment is waterproof or not. In general, clothing may be waterproof, if they are accompanied by a water column 120 to 150 centimeters (4 to 5 feet). For example, is the best jackets withstand a water column of dozens of meters. The water test is done by using a hose into a piece of cloth. The tube is filled with water until the water droplets form on the other side of the canvas. Thereafter, the number of centimeters of water in the pipe. Apart from the qualities of the canvas, two other factors are important in determining the capacity of a waterproof snowboarding jacket. First, all seams with tape must be closed, and the other is that the construction of the snowboarding jacket is to prevent water penetration. This means that the zippers are covered, the inner layers do not absorb water, waterproof fabrics are in the mantle, etc.
* Wind proof
Wind strongly influenced the temperature within the snowboarding jacket. Apart from the uncomfortable, but also adversely affect the quality of breathing the outer layer. In contrast to fleece jackets, the wind capacity of snowboard jackets is not an issue. In fact, if a snowboarding jacket resists a water column of dozens of meters, it is windproof.
* Respiratory activity
Even during the rest phase, a person loses more than half a liter in liquids through their skin every day. While carrying out an activity, the amount of fluids lost increases. To the humidity, a snowboarding jacket must be able to breathe air or not through holes, but on the canvas. This is not very difficult, such as cotton and nylon are already breathable fabrics. The difficulty arises in the substance of breathable waterproof apart. This seems very exotic, but there are many different layers can achieve this based on a simple physical principle. Under the snowboarding jacket, the temperature and humidity are higher than in the outside world. This creates a pressure, which pushes the moisture out.
Jacket or shell?
Functional outer jackets are known as "shells". These jackets are usually part of a three-shift system. The shell forms the outer layer of the three shifts. Such a specific jacket is in perfect harmony with the second layer, usually one or fleece shirt and the first or base layer. In other words, it is important that when buying a jacket, consider what you are going to use it. If you need a jacket to protect against the rain on a spring or autumn, the heat-saving properties of the jacket are less important. It is important that the shell protects you against the wind and sheds excess moisture. However, if you go through the jungle and the need for protection against a tropical monsoon, you can make a real waterproof jacket. The choice between a jacket and shell is up to you.
