2011 Burton AK Men’s and Women’s Tech Guide
Published: June 21, 2010Posted in: Mens Outerwear, Womens Outerwear
Enhanced with GORE-TEX: We incorporate GORE-TEX fabric into the entire [ak] outerwear line for riders seeking the ultimate in comfort and durable waterproof/breathable protection. With [ak] guaranteed to keep you fly and the GORE TEX” brand’s Guaranteed To Keep You Dry” promise, you know this stuffs legit.
What makes GORE-TEX fabric so dope?
GORE-TEX” fabric is incredibly durable, waterproof, breathable, and totally windproof. A single square inch of this fabric contains 9 billion microscopic pores—each 20,000 times smaller than a raindrop, but 700 times larger than a molecule of water vapor—so while water can’t pass through the fabric, perspiration escapes with ease. You’ll find this next level molecular construction on all GORE-TEX” fabrics.
The GORE-TEX” brand also has some of the most state-of-the-art product testing facilities in the industry. One look at their lab/testing center and you’ll realize that from astronaut suits to snowboarding gear, GORE-TEX” holds everything they make to the highest standards. Their extensive torture-testing ensures that GORE TEX” fabrics will withstand the mountain’s most demanding conditions.
The next-level blend of technology and product testing that GORE-’fEX” offers results in powerful foul-weather protection that provides an extremely high blend of durable waterproofness. exceptional breathability. and total windproofness, all guaranteed for the life of your [ak]™ outerwear.
GORE-TEX’ FABRICATION INNOVATION
Shifting technical performance into high gear, [ak]” serves up a full clip of face-melter prints and fabrications. From the microscopic detailing of yarn-dyes to plaids and a full array of prints, [ak]‘s got flavor that you’d never expect to find in outerwear of this caliber.
GORE TEX PRO SHELL & PERFORMANCE SHELL FABRICS
GORE-TEX” offers a wide array of technical fabrics, all designed to provide an unbeatable blend of breathable comfort, and both waterproof and windproof protection. For extended comfort in the most demanding conditions, look no further than our [ak]™ outerwear with GORE TEX” Pro Shell and Performance Shell fabrics.
GORE-TEX SOFT SHELL
A supple, breathable, waterproof work of art, GORE-TEX” 3-1 .ayer Soft Shell allows for reduced layering and improved freedom of movement in colder conditions. The secret is a waterproof, windproof. and breathable GORE-TEX” membrane that is heat-bonded directly between a soft outer fabric and a fleece-like inner liner for comfort and performance on both fronts.
WINDSTOPPER’ TECHNICAL FLEECE
Kill wind chill with this incredibly lightweight, windproof, and highly breathable membrane that blows away the concept that warmth must come from big, bulky insulators. Microscopic pores move moisture away fast, while keeping wind out to help maintain a constant next-to-skin environment that keeps you up to 2go7o warmer than non-windproof insulators. Wear less, pack more, ride longer.
GORE TEX” and WINDSTOPPER’ are registered trademarks of W.L. GORE and ASSOCIATES. Inc.
PRIMALOFT
Originally developed for cold war military combat, PrimaLoft’s extremely lightweight core structure suspends millions of air particles in a microfiber mesh. These microscopic air particles repel water while trapping heat to keep you warm in the nastiest conditions, even after repeated washings.
90/10 ULTRA PREMIUM 600 GOOSE DOWN
Our 90/10 ultra premium 600 goose down insulation is the lightest and softest down fill we’ve ever offered. Found exclusively on the [ak]” LZ Down Jacket, this next level goose down is paired with an ultra-soft hydrophilic quilted lining material that enhances breathability and moisture-wicking for ultimate warmth and comfort.
RIRI AQUAzip
Every component of RiRi’s AQUAzip has been engineered and tested to provide optimal strength and weather protection. First, a water-resistant film is laminated to the zipper tape. Then each tooth is bonded directly to the zipper tape with every half tooth offset to create a “shingle effect” that locks out wind and water. The zipper sliderrides right on the teeth for smoother operation and increased durability.
[ak] BALLISTIC STITCHING
All [ak]‘” seams are reinforced with 14-16 stitches per inch for insane strength against whatever the day throws your way.
LINK ZIP JACKET-TO -PANT INTERFACE
Every single [ak]™ jacket and pant features our Link ZIP1″ jacket-lo-pant interface. Just zip any jacket’s waist gaiter to any pant and you’ve got a ioo7o snow-proof seal.
NEW MICRO ADJUST HOOD CINCH
Rugged, quick-release shock cord desigi for maximum tightening power and resilience throughout the lifetime of the jacket. A small pull is all it takes to easily tighten your hood and fine-tune the fit with more control than ever before.
NEW POW GRIP
This patent pending cuffdesign features a hidden strap contoured to the inside of your sleeves that can be flipped out and wrapped around the thumb of your glove to prevent snow from creeping up your sleeves.
[ak] & GORE-TEX*
Fully tested & backed by our team and mountain professionals worldwide. So you know it’s Guaranteet to Keep You Dry !
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