Gore-Tex
Hiker's jacket lining
Gore-Tex is a trademarked waterproof, breathable fabric used in outdoor clothing and gear.
The material features a membrane with microscopic pores—too small for water droplets to penetrate but large enough for water vapor to escape, keeping the wearer dry from both rain and sweat: I won't hike without my Gore-Tex shell.
The name has become nearly generic for high-performance waterproof fabrics. (Sometimes written informally as gore-tex.)
Fluoropolymer with low friction
- laminateBond thin layers together
- membraneThin tissue sheet
- compositeMade of distinct parts
- syntheticProduced artificially, not natural
polymer · microporous · windproof · lightweight · packable
Waist-length outer garments
- footwearGarments for feet
- glovesHand coverings with fingers
- hiking bootsSturdy footwear for trails
- hardshellHaving rigid outer covering
softshell · outerwear · pants · gaiters · hats · backpacks · tents · sleeping bags
Able to repel moisture
- impermeableCannot be penetrated
- hydrophobicRepels aqueous substances
- rain protectionShielding from precipitation
- weatherproofResistant to outdoor elements
watertight · precipitation · downpour · beading · repellency · leak-proof
Persisting over extended time
- ruggedTough and uneven
- hard-wearingResistant to damage
- resilientAble to recover quickly
- robustStrong and durable
reinforced · heavy-duty · reliable · enduring · warranty · lifespan · dependable · sturdy
Draws liquid from skin
- transpirationBotanical water vapor release
- airflowMovement of atmosphere
- ventilationCirculation of fresh air
- thermal regulationControlling body heat levels
microclimate · comfort · exertion · perspiration · humidity control · body heat · climate control
Separation using semipermeable barriers
- patentsExclusive rights to inventions
- innovationCreating something original
- licensingGranting official permission
- PatagoniaSouth America's southern tip
PTFE
Fluoropolymer with low friction
synthetic · polymer · microporous · windproof · lightweight · packable
jackets
Waist-length outer garments
- footwearGarments for feet
- glovesHand coverings with fingers
- hiking bootsSturdy footwear for trails
hardshell · softshell · outerwear · pants · gaiters · hats · backpacks · tents · sleeping bags · cycling gear
water-resistant
Able to repel moisture
- impermeableCannot be penetrated
- hydrophobicRepels aqueous substances
- rain protectionShielding from precipitation
weatherproof · watertight · precipitation · downpour · beading · repellency · leak-proof
long-lasting
Persisting over extended time
- ruggedTough and uneven
- hard-wearingResistant to damage
- resilientAble to recover quickly
robust · reinforced · heavy-duty · reliable · enduring · warranty · lifespan · dependable · sturdy
moisture-wicking
Draws liquid from skin
- transpirationBotanical water vapor release
- airflowMovement of atmosphere
- ventilationCirculation of fresh air
thermal regulation · microclimate · comfort · exertion · perspiration · humidity control · body heat · climate control
membrane technology
Separation using semipermeable barriers
- patentsExclusive rights to inventions
- innovationCreating something original
- licensingGranting official permission
- FluoropolymersPTFE, PFA, PVDF, Teflon
- fabricscotton, silk, linen, wool, satin
- gear featuresdurable, adjustable, breathable, lightweight, waterproof
- outdoor gearbackpack, tent, sleeping bag, hiking boots, compass
- shoe materialsleather, suede, rubber, canvas, nubuck
- Synthetic Materialsnylon, polyester, acrylic, polymer, plastic