Jack Wolfskin Catalogue Summer 2012

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TEXAPORE HYPROOF O 3 materials
TEXAPORE HYPROOF O 3 redefines weather protec -
tion. This remarkable fabric can withstand a water
column pressure of 40 metres and has an MVTR of
30,000 g/m 2 /24h (that’s an amazing 30kg of mois -
ture vapour per square metre in a 24 hour period!).
These incredible values guarantee one thing above
all else: an extremely waterproof and at the same
time exceptionally breathable jacket, even after years
of use.
TEXAPORE HYPROOF O 3 offers a unique combina -
tion of waterproofness and breathability. And with
the 3-layer construction, the material is also very
robust and quite light.
TEXAPORE - ALL THE PROOF YOU NEED. GUARANTEED.
A TEXAPORE TASLAN 2L: Taslanized yarns with
numerous tiny “hairs” on the surface make this
weatherproof shell fabric very robust and give it a
natural, almost cotton-like feel.
A TEXAPORE TASLAN 3L: A very hard wearing
3-layer version of our tried and tested weather proof
shell fabric, TEXAPORE TASLAN 2L. As is usual with
3-layer laminates, the protective mesh lining is lami -
nated directly onto the membrane.
A TEXAPORE TASLAN STRETCH 2L: This cross
stretch (20 % elasticity) version of TEXAPORE
TASLAN 2L version with 6 % elastane is used, for
instance, for stretch inserts on products that are
required to deliver both durability and very good
freedom of movement.
A TEXAPORE TASLITE 2L: The weight-optimised
version of TEXAPORE TASLAN 2L has a similar
abrasion resistance but is slightly lighter.
A TEXAPORE TASLITE 2.5L: An additional protec -
tive layer on the microporous coating allows this
variant of TEXAPORE TASLITE 2L to be used with -
out a lining. This reduces the weight and pack size
significantly. Hydrostatic head: 8,000 mm
A TEXAPORE TWILLSUEDE 2L: A soft and supple
weatherproof shell fabric with a fine emerized twill
finish. The polyester microfibres give it a very soft
and velvety feel.
A TEXAPORE Z-LINER: A pore-free, high-stretch
mem brane is laminated to a lightweight, waferthin
support fabric and this is then hung as an
extra layer between the shell fabric and the inner
lining of the garment. This allows us to develop
clothing with a very soft feel and a casual drape.
Hydrostatic head: 10,000 mm; moisture vapour
transmission: 10,000 g/m 2 /24 h
TEXAPORE AIR O 2+ fabrics: The special feature
of these fabrics is the fact that, in addition to the
usual waterproof and windproof performance, they
are also air permeable. This allows constant air
exchange to occur through the fabric, which sup -
ports and enhances the conventional moisture va -
pour transmission through the microporous coating.
The more you move, the more air is exchanged and
the more breathable the fabric becomes. We call this
“dynamic breathability”. Moisture vapour trans mission:
from 15,000 g/m 2 /24 h; air permeability: 0.5 l/m 2 /s;
hydrostatic head: 5,000 mm
A TEXAPORE AIR O 2 + MINIRIP DT 2.5L: Thanks to
its matrix of mini-ripstop reinforcement threads,
this fabric has sufficient tearstrength in spite of
being very light. A special protective polymer layer
on the inside of the coating dispenses with the
need for the usual protective mesh lining and
means the fabric is less prone to adhering to the
skin (DT= Dry Touch).
TEXAPORE AIR materials TEXAPORE SMOOTHLIGHT 2L
TEXAPORE AIR represents a quantum leap in wear
comfort for weatherproof shell clothing. Instead of
hermetic (airtight) waterproofing, the fabric works
like a filter: it keeps rain out, but allows air in. This
filtering process allows a process of constant air
exchange to take place, which in turn supports and
enhances the breathability (moisture vapour trans -
mission). The process is accelerated by movement –
the more you move, the more air is exchanged and
the more breathable the fabric becomes – so the
fabric works hardest exactly when you need it most.
We call this “dynamic breathability”.
A TEXAPORE AIR O 2 + STRETCH 2L: The most signi -
ficant additional attribute of this weather proof
shell fabric is the freedom of movement it pro -
vides. The yarns in the fabric have mechanical stretch
properties, which gives it a 15 % cross stretch spe -
ci fication.
A TEXAPORE AIR O 2 + TASLAN 2L: Taslanized yarns
with numerous tiny “hairs” on the surface make
this weatherproof shell fabric very robust and give
it a natural, almost cotton-like feel.
TEXAPORE AIR O 3 + 3L: In addition to the usual
waterproof and windproof performance, this 3-layer
weather protection laminate is also air permeable.
This allows constant air exchange to occur through
the fabric, which supports and enhances the conven -
tional moisture vapour transmission through the
microporous coating. The more you move, the more
air is exchanged and the more breathable the fabric
becomes. We call this “dynamic breathability”. Mois -
ture vapour transmission from 30,000 g/m 2 /24 h; air
permeability 1.5l/m²/s; hydrostatic head: 5,000mm
TEXAPORE HYPROOF O 3 TASGRID 3L: This 3-layer
laminate delivers the highest combined values for
waterproofing and breathability currently achievable!
This is made possible through the use of a reinforced
membrane with special catalytic technology. The rip -
stop (GRID) construction gives the fabric sufficient
tear resistance, while keeping it very light and supple,
while taslanized yarns give it a natural, matt look. As
is usual with 3-layer laminates, the protec tive mesh
lining is laminated directly onto the membrane. Hy -
dro static head: 40,000mm; moisture vapour trans -
mission: 30,000 g/m 2 /24 h
TEXAPORE O 2: The very waterproof and highly
breathable fabrics that comprise this performance
level of our proprietary TEXAPORE weather protec -
tion technology are most frequently found in our trek -
king range. The values (hydrostatic head: 20,000 mm,
moisture vapour transmission: 15,000-20,000g/m 2 /24 h)
are more than twice as high as those for standardissue
TEXAPORE, which means that the higher levels
of weather protection required for trekking are
matched by the very high level of climate comfort.
This is achieved through the use of a hybrid con -
struction consisting of a microporous coating and a
pore-free membrane.
A TEXAPORE O 2 COMFORT 3L: In addition to the
customary robustness of a 3-layer laminate, this
weatherproof shell fabric delivers a high level of
wear comfort, thanks to its soft and smooth outer
fabric, and is also relatively light. As is usual with
3-layer laminates, the protective mesh lining is
lami nated directly onto the membrane.
TEXAPORE SMOOTHLIGHT represents the smoother
side of weatherproofing. Smooth to the touch and
less prone to rustling – thus more com fort able to
wear. The matt, fine twill construc tion con ceals a
seriously impressive weatherproof spec: the fabric is
reliably waterproof and wind resistant, yet delivers
excellent breathability and is hard wearing.
TEXAPORE SMOOTHLIGHT is one of our most widely
used weather protection fabrics. The combination
of softness, robustness and functionality has con tin -
ued to gain in popularity. This is because it de livers
exactly what outdoor enthusiasts are looking for –
full weather protection with enhanced wear comfort.
A TEXAPORE O 2 DENSUS 2L: The extra dense
weave makes this weatherproof shell fabric partic -
ularly tough and hard wearing. The fabric also
delivers an optimized balance between weight,
tearstrength, abrasion resistance and texture.
A TEXAPORE O 2 EXTREME 2L: This weatherproof
shell fabric has extraordinarily high tearstrength
and abrasion resistance, is very waterproof and
highly breathable. We therefore use it as a rein -
force ment fabric at areas of our weatherproof
cloth ing that are particularly prone to wear and
tear (e.g. shoul ders, waist belt area, elbows and
knees). The face fabric is a tough polyamide can -
vas with a matt appearance and a textile finish.
A TEXAPORE O 2 TASLITE DT 2.5L: This weather -
proof shell fabric is very light and packable. A spe -
cial protective polymer layer on the inside of the
coating dispenses with the need for the usual pro -
tective mesh lining and means the fabric is less
prone to adhering to the skin (DT= Dry Touch).
A TEXAPORE O 2 TASLITE 3L: In addition to the
cus tomary robustness of a 3-layer laminate, this
weather proof shell fabric has a natural, almost
cot ton-like feel, thanks to its textured taslan tarns.
As is usual with 3-layer laminates, the protective
mesh lining is laminated directly onto the mem -
brane.
TEXAPORE O 4 EVO STRETCH 2L: This very water -
proof laminate boasts the highest breathability rating
of all the TEXAPORE fabrics. An additional attribute
is the active stretch comfort. The fabric has two-way
stretch properties (lengthways and cross stretch). The
exceptional breathability performance is possible
because the pore-free membrane benefits from an
additional catalytic layer, which accelerates the mois -
ture vapour transmission. Hydrostatic head: 20,000 mm;
moisture vapour transmission: 40,000 g/m²/24 h
TROPIC NYLON UV Q.M.C.: A very light and hard
wearing nylon fabric with a high UV protection fac -
tor (UPF 30+; meets the AS/NZS 4399: 1996 stand -
ard). The Q.M.C. fibres mean it also dries very rapidly
and the easy-care crinkled structure is very practical.
The taslanized nylon content gives the fabric a cottonlike
texture.
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