Barbour Fabrics
Alcantara
A unique 68% polyester and 32% Polyurethane
ultramicrofibre, non-woven fabric combining aesthetic appeal with exceptional
comfort, warmth, durability and easy maintenance.
British Wool
Tweed
Using only pure wool fibres from the British Isles, this cloth
offers strength and durability with a rugged appearance for the toughest of
environments.
Cashmere
One of the softest and most
luxurious yarns available. Barbour only buy Chinese Cashmere which is one of the
highest qualities available and it is most commonly used in Barbour sweaters and
shawls/scarves. Hand wash only.
Coolmax
A naturally
hydrophobic polyester with fibre cross-sections designed to ensure high
breathability and moisture wicking. It is made by DuPont and is often used in
performance sportswear.
Cordura
Cordura is DuPont's
abrasion-resistant, air-textured, high technology nylon fabric engineered fur
durability, strength, lightness and easy care. Even the lightest Cordura fabric
has two times the abrasion resistance of comparable standard nylon and three
time the tear strength.
Cotton
A strong, natural
fibre. It is cool to wear but does not dry quickly. Often blended to extend
usefulness.
Cotton Futura
Finely spun cotton yarn
with a soft handle. Cotton Futura is often used in combination with other fibres
to give a natural feel and look.
Cotton Jersey
A
generic term for a plain knit fabric without a distinct rib. The consistent
interloping of yarns in the jersey stitch produces a fabric with a smooth, flat
face and a more textured, but uniform, back. Originally made from wool, jersey
fabric was first manufactured on the island of Jersey, off the coast of
England.
Duracotton
A machine washable, cotton fabric
with a cracked wax effect resin
coating.
Elastane
This synthetic fibre is very
extensible, abrasion resistant and dries very quickly. Often blended with other
fabrics to increase stretching qualities.
Garment
Washed
See pre-washed
garments.
Lumicotton
A new cotton-based washable
finish. The innovative process involves coating cotton twill with a special
solution which holds an oiled finish even when the garment is washed, so the
fabric looks and feels like washable waxed cotton. The other great benefit is
that it allows Barbour to use bright summer colours in these garments for the
first time - previously the traditional wax treatment would have darkened down
the colour.
Lycra
An elastane fibre trademarked by
DuPont. Lycra is used to give comfort, movement and shape retention to a garment
that will not lose its elasticity through washing.
Merino
Wool
A luxurious, warm, natural fibre from the Merino
Sheep.
Microfibre
Fibres made using microfibre
technology, which weigh less than 1.0 denier. The fabrics made from these
extra-fine fibres provide gentle drape and are incredibly soft. Comparatively,
microfibres are two times finer than silk, three time finer than cotton, eight
time finer than wool, and one hundred times finer than a human hair. Currently,
Barbour uses two types of microfibres - nylon and
polyester.
Milled Wax
Milled wax is a luxurious
brushed wax in 8oz heavyweight fabric. The cotton is passed slowly over emery
rollers to provide a fine suede-like
finish.
Moleskin
Soft, warm yet strong 100% Cotton
fabric.
Oiled Leather
Natural cowhide specially
treated with a unique oil to give a water-repellent
finish.
Pigment Garment Dyed
The garments are treated
with pigment dyes, especially designed to fade gradually with each wash. This
results in a 'weather-worked' look.
Pre-Washed
Garments
Garments are pre-washed to give a soft handle and
'weather-worked' look.
Pique
A medium-weight knitted
cotton fabric with texture.
Polyamide (Nylon)
An
extremely strong, abrasion resistant fibre. It resists creasing well, dries
quickly but is cool to the touch. Available under a wide variety of brand names
offering specific enhanced properties.
Polycotton
A
blend of polyester and cotton that gives durability and breathability and
improves care characteristics. It is lightly brushfor a soft
handle.
Polyester
An extremely strong, synthetic
fibre that is resistant to abrasion. It does not crease easily and maintains its
shape well. It dries quickly and is warmer to wear than cotton. Often blended
with cotton to improve crease resistance and drying
time.
Polyester Fleece
A knitted fabric with high
warmth to weight ratio. It is not very wind resistant and it is often used as a
mid-layer. It is DWR treated to resist showers.
Polyester
Wadding
Polyester fibres used for padding quilted
garments.
Polyurethane (PU)
Man-made synthetic
polymer fibre. Used as coating to make fabrics waterproof.
Resin
Coated
See Lumicotton.
Soft Cotton
100%
finely brushed cotton twill.
Sylkoil Wax
Sylkoil wax
is traditional unshorn wax. The cotton comes straight from the loom and is dyed
and waxed. The natural imperfections of weave are reflected in the rich
variations of colour and finish.
Tactel
A soft,
lightweight, yet durable, nylon fibre trademarked by DuPont. It is extremely
easy to wash, allows the skin to breathe and readily regains its shape, making
it ideal for active outdoor clothing.
Thermostat
A
lightweight, thermal insulating, hollow-core polyester fabric by DuPont. It's
breathable, with good moisture wicking properties and it dries
quickly.
Thornproof Wax
Thornproof wax is a lustrous
wax with deep colour and even touch. The cotton is calendered for smoothness
before being dyed.
Twill Weave
A basic weave in which
the cotton fabrics are constructed by interlacing warp and filling yarns in a
progressive alternation which creates a diagonal effect on the face of the
fabric. In some twill weave fabrics, the diagonal effect may also be seen
clearly on the reverse of the fabric.
Viscose
A
manufactured fibre made of regenerated cellulose. It is soft, absorbent and
drapes well. Viscose is a refined type of rayon and is often used in linings on
high quality garments.
Wax Leather
Natural cow hide
which has been treated with a protective wax.
Weathered
Wax
Weathered wax is an aged finished wax used primarily in Vintage
garments in 8oz weight. The particular application of this wax ensures a
characteristic weathered appearance.
Wool
A
luxurious, warm, natural fibre. It is warm to wear but does not dry quickly.
Many yarn types and blend are available. It is also used to produce felted,
worsted and Loden fabrics.
Worsted Wool
Very fine
wool yarn.
Aigle Fabrics
Outer Protection
What is the GORE-TEX® membrane?
The GORE-TEX® membrane is the heart of all GORE-TEX® products. It contains over 1.4 billion microscopic pores per square cm (9 billion per inch). These pores are 20,000 time smaller than a water droplet, but 700 times larger than a water vapour molecule, which makes the GORE-TEX® membrane completely waterproof from the outside, whilst allowing perspiration to escape from the inside. In order to meet the specific needs of each end use, W L Gore & Associates has developed different GORE-TEX® membranes and applies them as appropriate.
GORE-TEX® 2 layer Performance Shell
Designed to provide breathable comfort and durability, waterproof and windproof protection, 2 layer GORE-TEX® Performance Shells are ideal for a wide range of outdoor activities. A specific GORE-TEX® membrane is bonded to the outer material and protected on the inside by a separate lining.
Z-liner GORE-TEX® Performance Shell
The Z-liner construction used for GORE-TEX® Performance Shells is the ideal solution for hunting garments. Here, a specific GORE-TEX® membrane is bonded to a lightweight carrier fabric, and this Z-liner is freely suspended between the outer material and the lining of the jacket.
GORE-TEX® 3 layer Performance Shell
A specific GORE-TEX® membrane is bonded to an outer material and an inner lining. This smooth shell is designed for optimal comfort and also makes the garment easier to put on.
GORE-TEX® Paclite® Shell
An ideal companion.
Features the lightest, most packable fabrics, GORE-TEX® Paclite® Shells are extremely breathable, durable, waterproof and windproof and are ideal when weight and space are critical . GORE-TEX® Paclite® Shells use a specific GORE-TEX® membrane with a protective layer on the inside made of carbon and an oil resistant substance.
GORE™ Comfort Mapping Technology
GORE™ Comfort Mapping Technology improves your comfort by design, strategically using different GORE-TEX® fabrics in specific locations in the garment. Viewing the human body as a map with several climatic zones, specific GORE-TEX® fabrics are uniquely combined to increase breathability, comfort against the skin, warmth and/or fit, precisely where they are needed most. In this way, garments with Comfort Mapping Technology can adapt perfectly to meet the needs of the wearer’s body. Comfort Mapped garments work with advanced seam sealing techniques to reliably combine different fabric types inside the garment.
MTD+ Ocean®
MTD+ Ocean® clothing protects you against the most extreme conditions and is specially designed to resist the damaging effects of high salt levels in seawater and the sea air.
‘Offshore’: 3-layer laminate: Waterproofing above 40,000 Schmerber. Breathability above 4000g/m2/24h.
‘Regatta’: 2 layer laminate: Waterproofing above 10,000 Schmerber. Breathability above 10,000g/m2/24h.
‘Coastal’ 2 layer coating: Waterproofing above 5,000 Schmerber. Breathability above 5000g/m2/24h.
MTD+®
MTD+® clothing offers unbeatable comfort and maximum protection in the most extreme weather conditions. The range is guaranteed to be:-
- Waterproof: the material and seams are completely resistant to water and snow / Performance > 5000mm Schmerber
- Windproof: the clothing acts as an extremely effective barrier against the wind, which is the main source of cold.
- Breathable: allows excellent evaporation of body moisture / Perfomance > 5000g/m2/24h
Easy maintenance.
MTD®
MTD® clothing offers unbeatable comfort and maximum protection in the most extreme weather conditions. The range is guaranteed to be:-
- Waterproof: the material and seams are completely resistant to water and snow / Performance > 2000mm Schmerber
- Windproof: the clothing acts as an extremely effective barrier against the wind, which is the main source of cold.
- Breathable: allow excellent evacuation of body moisture / Perfomance > 2000g/m2/24h
Easy maintenance
Soft Shell
GORE-TEX® Soft Shell
Feel the difference.
GORE-TEX® Soft shell products are made of soft warm fabric. They are designed to reduce thickness and improve freedom of movement, whilst remaining durable, waterproof, windproof and breathable. A specific GORE-TEX® membrane is bonded between the outer material and the polar lining.
POLARTEC® WindBloc®
A total windproof and breathable membrane sandwiched between a durable water-repellant outer surface and soft insulating inner surface, providing all weather protection.
POLARTEC® PowerShield®
POLARTEC® PowerShield® fabrics are the next generation of Soft Shell technical outdoor garments. This clothing concept goes beyond traditional 2-layer systems, which feature Powerdry® and a waterproof/ breathable shell, to a single layer that protects against all but the worst weather conditions and delivers extended breathability, abrasion resistance and stretch to enhance your outdoor experience.
Softshell
This a new material concept that is currently the focus of most innovation. These materials have 2 surfaces with complementary characteristics:-
- A very tightly knit and durable outer surface that is tough, windproof and water resistant.
- A breathable fleece interior that allows efficient evaporation of perspiration while keeping in the heat.
This lightweight and comfortable material protects the wearer in a wide range of activities.
Insulation
Duvet
Down is a natural source of warmth and offers unbeatable protection against the cold temperatures of winter or at high altitudes. Be it in terms of the warmth-weight ratio, its compactness or its capacity to hug the body’s curves, no other insulation material can match it. The warmth indicator of the product is evaluated by the proportion of feathers or down. The higher this proportion, the warmer and better quality the material will be.
Filling Power
International standard that quantifies the “Filling Power” (FP) of down, or the volume of air retained by down. As air is considered the most efficient insulation, the more the down retains warm air, the higher the FP, and the warmer the garment.
Thermolite®
Thermolite® down-like insulation provides excellent compactibility and warmth, up to 6 times more than a polar fleece of equivalent weight. It is anti-allergic treated, machine washable and quick drying.
Thermolite® Plus
A lightweight insulation material that keeps you warm in low temperatures thanks to a special mix of fine hollow fibres.
Thermolite® Micro
A micro fibre insulation material with a softness and warmth similar to down.
Thermolite® Extra
A soft and warm insulation material with a thickness similar to down.
Thinsulate®
Thinsulate® insulation traps and holds body heat and provides good moisture control.
Polartec®
A 100% polyester material brushed on both sides and offering a high level of heat insulation whilst being very light and extremely easy to care for and comes in a variety of weights and finishes suitable for all types of use.
Aigle uses Power Dry®and the Classic Micro for the layer worn next to the skin and Thermal Pro®for the outer layer. For heavier weights we use 300 Classic, Powershield and Windbloc®.
Polartec® Classic 300
Polartec® Classic 300 weight fabric is the heaviest and provides a warm thermal layer for very cold outdoor activities.
Polartec® Thermal Pro® Recycled
Polartec® Thermal Pro® Recycled weight fabric provides outstanding warmth and versatility. AIGLE is committed to the environmental cause and has chosen a top quality material made of recycled polyester threads which offer excellent thermal performance. Recycling is an important environmental gesture that saves energy and significantly reduces waste and the release of noxious emissions into the atmosphere.
Polartec® Classic Micro + antistatic
Polartec® Classic Micro weight fabric is ideal for a warm first layer or lightweight sweater. Anti-static Polartec® Technology controls static.
Polartec® Wind Pro®
Polartec® Wind Pro® fabric is four times more wind resistant than traditional fleece. Because it is not a laminate, it is extremely breathable, maintaining 85% of the breathability of traditional fleece.
Polartec® Thermal Pro®
Polartec® Thermal Pro® fabrics are woven in a unique fashion that creates pockets which trap air and retain body heat, providing outstanding warmth without weight. These fabrics also offer excellent breathability and dry quickly.
Polartec® Power Dry®
Polartec® Power Dry® fabrics are designed to keep your skin dry when you sweat. All fabrics in this series feature a patented bi-component knit construction that uses different yarns on either side of the fabric. This creates two different surfaces: one that is optimised to move moisture away from the skin, the other to dry quickly.
Polartec® Power Dry® Renewable®
Polartec® Power Dry® Renewable® are double-sided knits with renewable natural fibres on the outside and polyester on the inside. Renewable resources are those that nature manages to replace more quickly than we can use them. AIGLE has chosen a support that combines the qualities of wool and polyester. The wool is absorbent and guarantees thermal insulation while the polyester keeps you dry.
Thermotech®
100% polyester polar fibre, warm and light. Easy care.
Merino
Merino wool is 100% natural
Technical Fibres
Cordura®
A strong lightweight nylon fabric that is extremely resistant to wear and tear. The surface is treated with a waterproof coating that conforms to GORE-TEX® standards
Supplex®
A polyamide microfilament and fine count yarn, with the appearance, texture and flexibility of a natural fibre. Soft to the touch and comfortable to wear.
Coolmax®
An extremely light polyester fibre used to produce comfortable, flexible clothing. Its hydrophobic properties helps you stay dry by quickly drawing away the perspiration. Coolmax is bacteria and fungus resistant.
Natural Fibres
Organic Cotton
Naturally cultured, environmentally friendly cotton which is grown without the use of synthetic pesticides or fertilisers – SKAL certified.
Recycled Cotton
This product has been made using recycled cotton from the off-cuts and waste yarn left over from spinning, which are usually discarded. These off-cuts have been reprocessed to achieve a naturally rich and slightly irregular appearance. It will keep its distinctive character over time.
Linen
A strong natural fibre which is hypoallergenic and ‘stress-free’. Extremely fresh and comfortable to wear in summer, it allows ventilation of the skin and wicks away perspiration. Linen is produced by environmentally friendly methods.
Bamboo
A natural fibre which is particularly soft to the touch. With its anti-bacteria and anti-odour properties bamboo gives the product increased breathability. It is a biodegradable product and as such is kind to the environment.
Treated Fabrics
Dry-Fast® Textile
Aigle’s DFT® fabrics move moisture and sweat away from the skin to the outer surface of the fabric where it can easily evaporate. DFT® clothing ensures you stay dry and comfortable whatever your activity.
UV-Control®
Aigle UVC garments work like a filter against the sun, and offer improved UV protection from prolonged exposure to sunlight.
Anti-Mosquito®
This treatment efficiently keeps mosquitos away from the body. Contains no known hazardous substance. Lasts for more than 10 washes.
Teflon ®
A water repellent and anti-stain treatment which protects the garment for up to 20 washes.
Nano Cotton®
This new treatment has been designed using the latest nano technologies and is applied to cotton for a long lasting water resistant and anti-stain finish.
Garment Dyed®
This product has been garment dyed and subjected to a special wash in order to achieve its unique appearance. Therefore each garment will vary slightly in appearance. This is natural and should not be considered as a defect. We suggest that this garment is washed separately inside out.
Exposure to strong sunlight may alter the fabric’s appearance.
Pigment Garment Dyed®
This garment has been pigment dyed and pre-washed to achieve a soft finish and its unique appearance. The variation of colour is inherent to the nature of this product.
Wash separately inside out.
Follow care instructions on the garment for best performance.
Exposure to strong sunlight may alter the fabric’s appearance
Concepts
Thermo-Kit®
The Aigle Thermo-Kit® systems enables our warm mid-layer garments to be zipped in and out of the inner zippers of our protective shell garments at will, to create single integral cold-weather jackets.
Thermo-Kit® permits your garments to evolve in response to the seasons.
Easy-Pack®
Space saving system, which allows garments to be folded to a minimum making them easy to pack, leaving more room in your luggage.
Hood Pack ®
Hood Pack ® keeps clothing folded away in its specially designed hood for a practical and lightweight storage solution.
Realtree® Camouflage
High definition multi-terrain camo designed to perform in any season at any distance.
The Hardwoods Green HD® is the most realistic representation of nature.
Rubber Boots
Leather Lining
Selected from the best full-grain leather, this material offers high standards of comfort coupled with excellent insulation. It absorbs perspiration and prevents feet from overheating on long walks.
Neoprene® Lining
Used to make wetsuits, Neoprene® is undoubtedly the best insulating material known to man. It is a high-performance material comprised of polyethelene foam enclosing micro air bubbles. This is encased in a distinctive red polyester lining.
Cambrelle® Lining
Polyamide non-woven material with a texture which enables excellent absorbtion of perspiration. Fast drying, soft and gentle to the touch.
Outlast® lining
The technology employed in Outlast® products is known as temperature regulating phase change materials (PCM) and was developed for NASA, in order to protect the astronauts from thefluctuations of temperature in space.
For the Parcours Outlast®, the coating is applied to the entire interior of the boot, in particular to the area where 70% of perspiration is generated (under the foot). This coating contains microcapsules that absorb excess heat, store it and return it when it is needed. The walker therefore neither becomes too hot or too cold and this comfortable temperature is maintained in many different environments and at varying levels of activity. Even after many hours of walking, the wearer will notice a reduction in perspiration levels and as a result, reduced heating or cooling of the skin, ensuring constant comfort during activity as well as during periods of rest.
Jersey Cotton Lining
Natural material which is soft and pleasant to touch and wear.
Sanitized®
Our lining treatment process is patent pending. Sanitize® T90.04 is an anti-bacterial treatment ensuring optimum hygine. It remains consistently effective even after washing.
Natural Rubber
Natural rubber or latex originates from the rubber tree plantations of South East Asia. It’s solid molecular structure ensures high resistance to wear and tear while preventing incisions from deteriorating. It is supple, comfortable and retains its elasticity even in freezing temperatures.
GOMMA PLUS®
GOMMA PLUS® is a laboratory developed supple natural rubber mix designed for long-term resistance to external aggression such as the common problem posed by liquid manure. GOMMA PLUS® is also resistant to ozone- and storage-related ageing.
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