When choosing the right outerwear, remember this mantra: dry = comfortable. The best gear not only protects us from the elements, but also manages moisture and maintains proper heat balance to keep us dry, which is also an important element in staying warm. When we sweat, the perspiration that stays on our skin cools us down. Breathable outerwear allows that moisture to evaporate rather than trapping it against the skin. This helps maintain a comfortable body temperature and keep the level of heat lost equal to the level of heat produced, which keeps us dry, and comfortable, from the inside out.
GORE-TEX® outerwear offers four different shells to match different needs and levels of activity:
Designed to provide breathable comfort and durable waterproof protection, these shells are ideal for a wide range of outdoor activities and outerwear garment requirements.
The lightest, most packable waterproof, windproof, and breathable outerwear garments, GORE-TEX® Paclite® Shells are ideal when weight and space are critical.
Constructed to be soft and warm with improved freedom of movement. Ideal for reduced layering in colder conditions for your outerwear needs.
Engineered to meet the outerwear demands of outdoor professionals and serious enthusiasts. Ideal for extended and extreme conditions.