GORE-TEX® fabrics are created by laminating GORE-TEX® membrane to high-performance textiles, then sealing them with an innovative solution for guaranteed waterproof protection.

MEMBRANE

The GORE-TEX® membrane is the heart of all KLIM® GORE-TEX® products. It contains over 9 billion microscopic pores per square inch. These pores are 20,000 times smaller than a water droplet, but 700 times larger than a water vapor molecule, which makes the GORE-TEX® membrane completely waterproof from the outside, while allowing perspiration to escape from the inside. An oleophobic, or oil-hating, substance is integrated into the membrane, preventing the penetration of body oils and insect repellent that could otherwise affect the membrane.
 
LAMINATES
 
To construct a GORE-TEX® laminate, GORE-TEX® membrane is bonded between high-performance fabrics that are extremely breathable. All GORE-TEX® fabrics are waterproof, windproof, and breathable. However, there are many different outer fabrics and fabric constructions available so that you can choose what's most important to you: weight, texture, abrasion resistance, and so on.
 
SEAM SEALING
 
Seams and stitching are essential aspects of a garment's construction. Unfortunately, they compromise the water and liquid protective properties of the fabric: seams and needle holes may be small, but they will still leak. That's why they must be completely sealed. For absolute waterproofness and liquid resistance, KLIM® products rely on GORE-SEAM® TAPE. This unique tape, backed by reliable Gore equipment and know-how, ensures that every seam and tiny stitch hole is sealed. Subject other technical fabrics to hard use or frequent washing and they may quickly lose effectiveness. Not GORE-TEX® fabrics. Each one is designed to be durably waterproof, windproof, and breathable and maintain its performance for the life of the end product.
 
WATERPROOF
 
The micro-porous structure of the GORE-TEX® membrane is what makes GORE-TEX® fabrics completely waterproof. Each microscopic pore is about 20,000 times smaller than a drop of water, which means no external moisture - from rain to snow to that puddle you just stepped in - can penetrate the membrane.
 
WINDPROOF
 
Shivering? It could be the wind chill effect. This occurs when cold air penetrates your clothing, robbing heat from your body's sensitive micro-climate. To keep you comfortable and protected in the windiest conditions, the GORE-TEX® membrane has been engineered to provide an impenetrable wind shield. Your product breathes, but wind stays out.
 
BREATHABLE
 
The pores in the GORE-TEX® membrane are 700 times bigger than a water vapor molecule, so perspiration can easily evaporate through and you can stay dry from the inside out. Breathability is an important component of comfort when you are active.

QUALITY TESTING
 
Gore’s quality management process is unique in this industry. From research through design and manufacturing, at every step they ensure that GORE-TEX® products are best in class – guaranteed. In their laboratories worldwide, they put products through a relentless battery of tests to ensure that every GORE-TEX® product meets their (and our) exacting standards for durability, waterproofness, breathability – and comfort. This rigorous quality management enables us to provide you with a lifetime guarantee for each of Klim’s GORE-TEX® products.
 
GUARANTEED TO KEEP YOU DRY®
 
If you are not completely satisfied with the waterproofness, windproofness, or breathability of a GORE-TEX® product then Klim will repair it, replace it, or refund your purchase price. All GORE-TEX® garments and footwear - and only GORE-TEX® garments and footwear - carry the GUARANTEED TO KEEP YOU DRY® promise. What does this mean? It means that no liquid from the outside will get to you on the inside. This includes moisture from the wet snow you’re kneeling in to the sudden downpour you get caught in. And that's a promise.

CARE

GORE-TEX® products are not only built to last, they're easy to take care of, too. Routine care and maintenance on your part will ensure the highest performance from them and extend their useful lifespan. WASH - Machine-wash warm (104° F/40° C). Powder or liquid detergent. No fabric softener. Follow manufacturer's instructions. DRY CLEAN - If professionally dry-cleaned, request clear distilled solvent rinse and spray repellent. Follow manufacturer's instructions. IRON - Steam-iron warm, placing a towel or cloth between the garment and the iron. No need to iron the garment until it is completely dry. BLEACH - No chlorine bleach. It may damage your garment. DRY - Tumble-dry warm. The heat from the dryer will help to reactivate the durable water repellent (DWR) treatment on your garment's outer fabric. WATER REPELLENT TREATMENT - Gore recommends applying a topical water repellency restorative (DWR treatment) for outdoor fabrics, available at your local outdoor retailer. We do not recommend wash-in treatments as they can affect the garment's breathability. STAIN REMOVAL - Use a pre-wash treatment such as Shout® or Spray 'n Wash®, following its manufacturer's instructions. Rinse well.

GORE-TEX® Pro Shell is the optimum solution for those who need to face extreme weather and tough conditions. Made with the most rugged, most breathable, durably waterproof and windproof fabrics.
• Meets the demands of the most aggressive rider
• Engineered to excel in extended and extreme conditions
• Extremely tough, extremely breathable, durably waterproof and windproof
• 2 layers are supple and quiet; 3 layers are for extra-rugged use

No matter what level of activity, this is the “do-all” membrane - you’ll never need to change your garment with GORE-TEX® Performance Shell.
• Provides breathable comfort and durably waterproof protection.
• Designed for a wide range of outdoor activities
• 2 layers are supple and quiet; 3 layers are for extra-rugged use

WINDSTOPPER® fabrics offer soft, lightweight weather protection in one versatile and durable garment. Owing to their total windproofness and maximum breathability, these garments will keep you comfortable longer across a wide range of weather conditions and activities.
• Windproof and breathable
• Up to 2.5 times warmer than comparable materials without the WINDSTOPPER® membrane
• 2 times more breathable than comparable windproof products
• Water and snow resistant with faster drying time
• Combined with soft & stretchy fabrics to give you greater freedom of movement and comfort for improved performance.

Perfect where weight and space are critical. GORE-TEX® PACLITE® Shell combines extreme breathability and durable wind and waterproofness with minimum weight and pack volume.
• A protective layer on the membrane makes a separate lining unnecessary.
• Durably waterproof and extremely breathable.
• Lightweight, packable, and versatile.

FOOTWEAR
 
GORE-TEX® Footwear keeps feet dry and protected because it is durably waterproof and breathable. GORE-TEX® Footwear is engineered to provide optimized climate comfort across a wide range of outdoor recreational activities.
• Perfect comfort in any weather, in every season.
• Optimal combination of breathability and insulation
• Feet stay warm and dry, never sweaty - even in extreme conditions

GLOVES
 
Only dry gloves keep hands warm, and only with warm hands can you truly enjoy winter sports. GORE-TEX® membrane keeps water out of these gloves, while allowing moisture from the inside (perspiration) to easily escape.
• Durably waterproof, windproof protection and breathability
• Ideal for cold conditions
• Outer shell offers total water repellence

THREE LAYER GORE-TEX® PRO SHELL

For a rough day outside. Engineered with the most rugged, most breathable, durably waterproof and windproof fabrics, 3-Layer GORE-TEX® Pro Shells meet the demands of the most aggressive rider. A specific GORE-TEX® membrane is firmly bonded to a tough outer material and a robust inner lining. This completely protects it from wear and makes it extremely rugged and durable.
• Meets the demands of the most aggressive rider
• Engineered for extended and extreme conditions
• Extremely tough, extremely breathable, durably waterproof and windproof
• A specific GORE-TEX® membrane is firmly bonded to a tough outer material and a robust inner lining for longer life under extreme tough conditions

TWO LAYER GORE-TEX® PERFORMANCE SHELL

Change the sport, not your garment. Designed to provide breathable comfort and durably waterproof and windproof protection, 2-Layer GORE-TEX® Performance Shells are ideal for a wide range of outdoor activities. A specific GORE-TEX® membrane is bonded to the outer material and protected on the inside by a
separate lining.
• Provides breathable comfort and durably waterproof and windproof protection
• A specific GORE-TEX® membrane is bonded to the outer material and protected on the inside by a separate lining
• Designed for a wide range of outdoor activities

WHY THINSULATE™ Insulation?

 Thinsulate™ fibers are much thinner than the polyester fibers normally used in clothing insulation, allowing them to create a dense, tangled mat that reflects radiant heat and traps air while allowing moisture to escape. For a given thickness of material, Thinsulate™ Insulation provides up to 1.5 times the insulation of duck down, while being much less water-absorbent and much more resistant to crushing.
 
STAYING WARM
 
Thinsulate™ Insulation works in two ways: first, by trapping air.  Second, by reflecting back the body’s radiant heat.  The micro fibers of Thinsulate™ Insulation are up to one fifth the diameter of fibers in other synthetic insulations.  Because more fibers can be packed into the same space they can trap more air and reflect back more of the body’s radiant heat.  The result is warmth without bulk.
 
MOISTURE PERFORMANCE
 
Individual fibers in Thinsulate™ Insulation absorb less than 1% of their weight in water, helping to retain insulating ability even under damp conditions.
 
BREATHABILITY
 
Excellent insulating efficiency does not diminish breathability. Thinsulate™ Insulation allows moisture the body creates to exit.  With excellent moisture vapor transmission - Thinsulate™ insulation is highly breathable and dries quickly to keep wearers comfortable. Combined with GORE-TEX® membrane, the resulting product is completely waterproof, breathable and retains body heat for maximum comfort in colder weather.
 
COMFORT & QUALITY
 
Quality insulation must provide uniform warmth.  That’s why there are construction guidelines for manufacturers incorporating Thinsulate™ Insulation into their footwear, accessories and apparel.
 
MAJOR PLAYERS

Thinsulate™ Insulation is used by leading manufacturers for many reasons.  One of the key advantages is that 3M works closely with manufacturers to help ensure that the most suitable type and weight of Thinsulate™ Insulation is used.  This “best use” philosophy puts value and reliability behind the Thinsulate™ Insulation hang tag.  Your customers can count on these products for durability and warmth.
 
THINSULATE™ INSULATION AND GORE-TEX® FABRIC
 
These are two entirely different products.  Thinsulate™ Insulation is designed to help keep you warm.  GORE-TEX® Fabric is waterproof and breathable and is designed to help keep you dry.  In many garments, they are used together.
 
DIFFERENT WEIGHTS OF THINSULATE™ INSULATION
 
Different applications will require different warmth levels; the insulation must increase in thickness and weight.  For example, a fall jacket may use a 40-gram weight, but an Arctic parka would probably have a 200-gram weight.
 
 

Used in the liners of parkas, bibs and pants tricot helps in the transportation of moisture away from the body helping the rider to stay dry. It is also used in different thickness to create an element of warmth.

Also used in the liners of parkas, bibs and pants taffeta is a slick material that aids in comfort and ease of movement.

Used in areas where abrasion and heat are a concern Kevlar helps to combat these two elements.

Has dual sided finishes, a berber finish on the inside creates a superior warmth barrier while the outside velour finish creates a clean look. Arctic Fleece offers superior warmth to weight ratio, excellent water vapor transmission, and is also breathable.

Offers a superior warmth to weight ratio, excellent water vapor transmission and breatheability. The velour side is engineered to create thousands of air pockets that trap air, thus creating an excellent insulation zone. The polyester velour backing will keep the wearer warm and the outer nylon face provides excellent abrasion resistance.

Coolmax is a performance enhancing fabric that has channeled fibers that optimize the movement of moisture produced by the body away leaving the rider dry and comfortable

Extraordinary high tech leather, Clarino (TM) breathes naturally, feels soft, is extremely durable and offers superior grip.

More effective at transporting moisture than traditional wicking fabrics, Qwik Dry fabric improves performance and comfort by transporting unwanted moisture away from the rider's body.

Used as the face fabric of our outerwear, nylons used in different thickness depending on where and why they will be used. The trick is to use a nylon that is thick enough to withstand abuse, but thin enough to give the desired mobility.

All nylons used can be categorized in 4 different groups:

Generally found in between 500 and 1000 denier ballistic nylon is the ultimate when it comes to with standing extreme abuse.

This nylon is a 330 denier nylon which has great abrasion resistance along with maximum flexibility and can be found in high wear areas.

Built as a 200 denier nylon it gives ample protection against abuse and is extreme flexible.

Rip stop is our choice when a lighter nylon is required. Rip stop nylon give maximum mobility yet is extremely durable and resists ripping.