Materialguide
Water column(mm):
Indicates how water-repellent / waterproof the material is, higher column means better protection. Water column is measured by subjecting the material to water pressure in a cylindrical measuring instrument and the height of the column indicates how high the pressure the material can withstand before it leaks.
Breathability (g/m2/24h):
Indicates how much water steam the material passes through. In case of activity, steam evaporates from your body and in order for this not to condense on the inside of the garment, it is required that the material releases it. Obviously without letting wet in from outside! At higher intensity, higher breathability is required to keep you dry.
Taped seams:
When sewing garments, there is a small joint between the materials, as well as small holes after the needles where the wetness risks creeping in. Therefore, we tap many of our more advanced garments. This means that a waterproof tape seals the seams and therefore prevents the garment from leaking. The garments can either be fully taped, meaning all seams are sealed, or partially taped where the most exposed seams have been sealed.
durAtec® - A family carefully selected functional material.
In close cooperation with some of the world's leading material manufacturers, 8848 Altitude has developed its own system of high-performance functional materials; durAtec®. The materials have been developed to meet a variety of needs where different advantages have been prioritized - from flexible softshell to super lightweight 3-layer designs. Everything is completely fluorocarbon free.
durAtec® Supreme
durAtec® Supreme is a waterproof membrane, laminated on the back of the outer fabric.
Water column: >20 000 mm
Breathability: 15-20 000 g/m2/24h
Windproof
durAtec® Extreme
durAtec® Extreme is a waterproof coating on the back of the outer fabric.
Water column: >10 000 mm
Breathability: 6-8 000 g/m2/24h
Windproof
durAtec® Softshell Advanced
durAtec® Softshell Advanced is a technically advanced, compliant stretch material with waterproof membrane, laminated on the back of the outer fabric.
Water column: >15 000 mm
Breathability: 15 000 g/m2/24h
Windproof
durAtec® Softshell garments have non-taped seams. The finished garment is therefore considered water repellent, even if the material itself is waterproof.
durAtec® Softshell
durAtec® Softshell is a compliant stretch material with waterproof membrane, laminated on the back of the outer fabric.
Water column: >8 000 mm
Breathability: 5-6 000 g/m2/24h
Windproof
durAtec® Softshell garments have non-taped seams. The finished garment is therefore considered water repellent, even if the material itself is waterproof.
durAtec® Super Stretch
durAtec® Super Stretch is a weather-resistant softshell material with 4-way stretch.
Water column: >8 000 mm
Breathability: 6 000 g/m2/24h
Windproof
durAtec® Super Stretch garments have non-taped seams. The finished garment is therefore considered water repellent, even if the material itself is waterproof.
Premium Down
In our down products, we only use RDS/IDFL-certified duck down, which is a natural left-over product from closely monitored and trusted producers in the food industry and which is never picked from live animals.
Re:Down®
Re:Down® is an insulation with 100% recycled down and feathers with no new animal input. It offers superior insulation while being light and ultra soft.
S. Café®
The special S. Café material partly consists of recycled coffee grounds that are used in the yarn production through a patented process. The material has excellent breathability, dries up to 200% faster than cotton, provides UV protection and defeats bad odour in a natural way.
Of course, the material is free from coffee smell!
PRIMALOFT® Silver Eco
Primaloft® is a high-performance insulation that was developed to be a synthetic, technical alternative to down. Its unique composition is patented and has become the number one choice for many who want an ultralight and high-performing insulation. The super soft material is made of microfiber which forms millions of air pockets; so small that body heat is effectively insulated and moisture can not penetrate – while maintaining breathability. The construction of the fiber gives the material a permanent water-resistant function which means that the water is not absorbed even when pressing water into the core, but the fiber remains dry and keeps its thermal insulation. These properties give the Primaloft® garments a superior comfort in all weather conditions.
Warmth without bulk: A high warmth-to-weight ratio means that you do not need a bulky garment to stay warm.
Water-repellent: Primaloft® absorbs less moisture so you stay drier and warmer.
Breathable: Efficient transport of moisture and vapor from the body prevents you from getting damp and cold.
Light and packable: Warmth without volume that is easy to pack, even in small spaces e.g. a backpack.
Superior softness: Enjoy unsurpassed softness that feels comfortable and contributes to a flattering fit.
Recycled material: Made from 100% recycled (post-consumer) material.
Organic Cotton
Organic Cotton is ecologically grown without any chemical pesticides or fertilizers and does not contain any genetically modified fibers. Beneficial for farmers, the environment and the end user.
Tecno Wool by Pontetorto®
The technical materials from Pontetorto are produced with the finest quality wool to ensure the highest comfort.
High breathability: The wool fiber transports vapor from the body to cool down during high-intense activity. The fiber can absorb moisture up to 35% of its own weight, offering a comfortable, dry feel.
Efficient temperature-regulation: Wool, above other fibers, has a high insulating ability thanks to the small air pockets created in the fiber, even when it is moist. This insulating effect keeps you warm in low temperatures and gives you a cooling feel when it is hot.
Odour control: The complex structure of Merino wool absorbs sweat odour and encapsulates it inside the fiber, resulting in reduced bad smell.
Bluesign®
We use several materials that are Bluesign® approved. Bluesign® is an independent industry standard that covers the entire production chain. In addition to consumer and worker protection, it also includes emission management and resource management in the production. The Bluesign® standard was created in 2000 by the Swiss company Bluesign® Technologies AG and is a global quality label for sustainable products and production processes.
