Waterproofness is measured by applying water pressure to fabric to determine at what point fabric will begin to leak. Some methods include a water column test, the high hydraulic pressure test, or a Mullen Burst test. simply put, the higher the rating, the longer you can stay out in the elements.

To measure breathability, fabric is sealed around a container of moisture-absorbing calcium chloride (CaCl). The container is placed in a controlled environment and the evaporated CaCl is weighed over a 24 hour period. Measured as grams per sq. metre per 24 hours, the higher the numerical rating, the more breathable the fabric.

Fully seam sealed garments have literally every seam waterproof taped to ensure than not a drop of water or a gust of wind get through the needle perforations of the seams or embroidery. All pants and all Summit and Elevation jackets are fully seam sealed.

Critically seam sealed garments feature sealing in the most essential areas, allowing us to create garments suited to varying price-points without sacrificing performance standards. Critical seams include the hood, neck circumference, shoulders, armholes, and any upper chest design lines.

Featured exclusively in our Peak-to-Creek Jacket, C_Change™ from Schoeller® reacts to changing temperatures and activities, providing wind and waterproof moisture vapour permeability of the highest level. At high temperatures, or whilst riding, the structure of the C_Change™ membrane opens as body moisture levels rise. Excess heat can escape, keeping you cool. At low temperatures or during periods of inactivity, the structure of the membrane closes, retaining heat directly at the body.

Our highest rated fabric with 3 layers bonded to black mesh. Any day, anytime, any place you will be outside, Elevation fabrics will keep you dry, until you are ready to go home. No if, ands, or buts. True fact.

Outstanding performance with a 10,000mm / 10,000gm waterproof and breathability rating. Summit fabrics are favoured by many of our riders and stand the test of time... after time, after time.

Durable performance made to last long after you are washed up. With a performance rating of 6,000mm / 6,000gm, our Basecamp fabrics have got what it takes from the city to the hill.

Our Durable Water Repellency (DWR) fabric dispels rain and limits the uptake of stains as well. The wearability of these pieces combined with their 20/80 rating (meaning they retain 80% of their DWR coating after 20 washes), makes them a versatile choice in any season. In Vancouver, where we often get three seasons in one day, the weather is not considered a boring topic of conversation. Especially since our local weatherwoman, Tamara Taggart, is smoking hot.

Ever seen a cold goose? Hell no! Our 70/30 Canadian Standard Goose Down is light weight with excellent heat retention. Small pockets of air trapped in its fibres create a highly efficient thermal barrier between the body and the elements.

Poly-fill is a soft, lightweight, and breathable polyester insulation fill with excellent water repellency, compression and affordablilty to keep you dry in the coldest of conditions.

Mesh linings help our two layer jackets wick away sweat and built up moisture. The mesh lining also protects the inner coating to make your jacket last longer and keep you dry.

We use brushed tricot in all our gear to keep you warm and to wick moisture away. It’s also soft as a baby’s ass making it great for pocket liners and emergency T.P. Enough said!

Keep the beat close at hand in our chest-located music pocket with heaphone out welt and ergonomic cable loops to keep you tangle free. Adjust volume, attitude, or amplitude; the soundtrack to your day is ready when you are.

Included in select jackets is a safety whistle for getting you out of a tight spot or just whistling at that hot girl/guy from the chair.

Neatly integrated into select Classic Series jackets, our hooded 3 in 1 liners feature polyester track jacket fabrics and custom printed, coated hood linings making them as interchangable as the weather.

Dehydration poses a serious threat to the shred enthusiast. Hidden in our some of our music pockets you will find a “pop” opener….best used for coldies, road pops, or stubbies.

Select Sub-79 and Cordova garments feature custom printed linings for that little somethin’ somethin’ you won’t find elsewhere.