The product reviewed on this post is a Trail Running jacket developed by Gore Tex featuring the AIR VANTAGE technology.
“WL GORE & Associates, leader in breathable waterproof membranes for 25 years, has developed this principle to develop an air chamber construction fully integrated in the garments.An integrated valve on the collar allows the runner to inflate or deflate the jacket depending his/her insulation needs. It’s really easy: the more air you put in the warmer you feel. If you are too warm, you just have to let the air out by means of a little button, similar to the sleeping pads.
The Gore Tex membrane air chamber system is built on a way the air can circulate like in a labyrinth, allowing the jacket to remain breathable as the outer fabric being chosen for its breathability property.”
AIR VANTAGE System First being developed for winter sports and casual clothes, Gore Running Wear is taking over this AIR VANTAGE concept to apply it on a Trail Running oriented jacket. I got the chance to try out this jacket during the TransRockies Run and... it works !!! In addition to its slim fit which allows a lot of movement, the air insulation system is very efficient and I truly appreciated having such a warm jacket for the early frozen mornings and cilly nights around the campfire.
"Good things come in little package" I didn't see any best way to illustrate my last comment than with this expression considering how few space this jacket actualy takes.
Please let us know your comments if you have anything to add on that one.
Cheers,
The Goat
Dear Reader,
The first product I have chosen for the "equipment" category is the TIMEZONE Travel Kit developed by Gore Running Wear.
This kit is made of a tiny hand bag containing (Trail) Running apparel that you can adapt according to the weather conditions. Therefore, thanks to extra pieces inspired from arms and legs warmers in cyclism, the runner can have the right apparel for his run without having to carry his entire closed...
This kit is not rocket science but it size and and adjustable apparel pieces make this Travel Kit a very interesting tool for the runner traveler. We had to think about it and Gore Running Wear did it very well.
I haven't tried it so far but as soon as I have more, I'll let you know.
The Goat
Dear reader,
This category will allow us to share about the latest Trail Running apparel, footwear, gear and accessories, or simply the one we like and would like to tell people about.
I will write down some posts about products that to me deserve a highlight and which could be useful to other Trail Runners. Ideally, if you have heard about it, tried it or know where to get those, please do not hesitate to post additional comments.
You can also write to me to propose a product that you like and I'll collect as much info I have on it and make a new post out of it.
I am looking forward to hearing from you. In the meantime, jog on !
The Goat
