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  • BALLISTIC 1680D

    An superbly abrasion resistant fabric made from heavy duty (1680 denier) nylon threads ...
    An superbly abrasion resistant fabric made from heavy duty (1680 denier) nylon threads and used as a base section material for bags and rucksacks.

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  • Basic Hood

    The BASIC HOOD is usually detachable. It is attached well down the collar of the jacket ...
    The BASIC HOOD is usually detachable. It is attached well down the collar of the jacket using press studs or a zipper and forms a reliable weatherproof unit with the jacket itself.

    The hood can be adjusted to give an exact fit, with hook & loop tabs and/or a draw cord system for individual adjustment of the field of vision and volume, and thus follows the natural turning movement of the head.

    An integrated peak that stands proud of the hood enhances the weather protection.

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  • Basic Hood (fixed)

    The BASIC HOOD (fixed) is permanently attached to the jacket. Hook & loop tabs and/or a ...
    The BASIC HOOD (fixed) is permanently attached to the jacket. Hook & loop tabs and/or a draw cord system allow individual adjustment of the field of vision and volume, and the hood thus follows the natural turning movement of the head.

    An integrated peak that stands proud of the hood enhances the weather protection.

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  • BIG FOOT

    This winter sole is completely waterproof, offers a high degree of wear comfort, and ...
    This winter sole is completely waterproof, offers a high degree of wear comfort, and remains flexible even when the temperatures plunge far below zero. It is made up of three elements:

    - a TPU shell sole with a HEEL STEP to allow the snow shoe strap to be secured around the heel;
    - a lightweight EVA midsole for cushioning performance;
    - and a robust rubber outsole with an aggressive tread that ensures very good grip.

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  • Big Foot Sole

    Comfortable winter shell sole: Fully waterproof winter package with superb wear comfort. ...
    Comfortable winter shell sole: Fully waterproof winter package with superb wear comfort.
    The Canadian Shell winter sole is made from a newly developed TPU shell that stays flexible even at temperatures below freezing. The HEEL STEP provides a secure fit when wearing snowshoes and makes the shoe easier to take off. A lightweight EVA midsole ensures good wear comfort and a robust rubber outsole with a durable aggressive tread guarantees that all-important grip on snow and ice.

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  • Bonded Jersey Highloft

    This dual layer knitted material has a classic sweatshirt on the outside and a warm high ...
    This dual layer knitted material has a classic sweatshirt on the outside and a warm high loft fleece on the inner side.

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  • BOULDER

    A multifunctional rubber sole unit developed specifically for our children's hiking and ...
    A multifunctional rubber sole unit developed specifically for our children's hiking and trekking footwear. The outsole is very durable and provides a reliable grip on all types of terrain.

    An EVA shock absorbing element in the heel sections deliver good cushioning performance. The removable EVA inlay sole is anatomically shaped and provides additional cushioning.

    It is covered in moisture regulating material.

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  • Brace Support Fitting System

    Shoe detail: this additional stabilisation element, a fixed plastic cross, surrounds the ...
    Shoe detail: this additional stabilisation element, a fixed plastic cross, surrounds the joint from outside and is connected to the lacing so that items can be perfectly adjusted above it.

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