Oakley launches technical apparel line

03/08/2005

Oakley, Inc. has announced the release of its autumn 2005 apparel and accessories line which will incorporate new products including technical outerwear.

Its newest technical apparel for women includes the Profit jacket, which features a removable polyfill vest, and the new Cash pant, which helps shield the wearer from a full range of mountain weather. For men, Oakley's new line includes an environment suit called Medic with Thermoloft insulation, and a new pant called Helix 2.5 that allows athletes to maintain a comfortable temperature under varying exertion levels and weather conditions.

The outerwear is said to maintain water resistance up to 20,000 mm while retaining breathability up to 20,000 g/m2/24h. Additional technologies in the new line include Gore Airvantage inflatable insulation systems and custom venting systems that allow for precise regulation of airflow.

The company also offers a wide range of accessory items including backpacks, wallets and hats, as well as travel, computer and golf bags. Numerous products in the new line use Oakley’s Adaptable Payload (AP) system, an innovation that allows the user to reconfigure for light or bulky cargo by removing storage compartments and interconnecting with other products in the line.