Bergans keeps natural and synthetic fibres in the mix

16/01/2015
Bergans of Norway is unveiling several new alpine, backcountry, mountaineering and casual pieces at two exhibitions in January, the Outdoor Retailer Winter Market in Salt Lake City (January 21-24) and the SIA Snow Show in Denver (January 29-February 1).

According to the brand, many of the new products, such as the Viul, Myrkdalen and Bladet jackets, and the updated Bodø down coat, use proprietary mixes of natural and synthetic fabrics and insulations.

 The Viul is a technical hybrid jacket designed for ski touring, mountaineering, trail running or high-intensity activity in cool weather. Constructed of soft Pertex Classic Eco and lined inside with a merino wool mesh, the jacket is warm during low-intensity and ventilates and wicks moisture during high-intensity workouts, Bergans said in the build-up to the events.

For its part, the Myrkdalen features a slightly longer cut, as well as diagonal vent zips running from under the arms to the back for improved venting when carrying a backpack. It uses Toray’s Dermizax waterproof, windproof and breathable membrane and features laser cut and welded seams, a detachable snowskirt, a helmet-compatible hood, an extended back, ski pass pocket and reflectors.