Outdoor Softshell Fabric Mechanical 2-Way Stretch 100% Recycled Poly KWS20-7009

When high intensity exercise takes place, sweating will occur to evaporate heat off the skin. If clothing is not breathable than there is nowhere for the moisture to escape. This causes moisture to build up inside the garment and on the skin resulting in the body getting hotter. Another consequence is when exercise decreases and heat stops being generated from the body, the moisture (which is less insulating than still air) will then increase heat loss rapidly, especially in a cold environment. From this we can conclude that clothing needs to prevent rain and wind from getting in but at the same time allow moisture from the inside to escape out. This process is known as water vapour transmission and fabrics which are able to do this are known as waterproof breathable fabrics.

The smooth-face fabric on a softshell typically is wind resistant but still porous enough to allow some airflow. It’s enough where you may not feel a light breeze, but a strong gust definitely will be noticeable. This partial wind resistance is intentional because it allows you to stay cool when you’re working hard. There are, however, softshell jackets and pants that are either fully or partially windproof.

One nice use for a softshell jacket doesn’t involve rock climbing or backcountry skiing as we’ve discussed above. Because of the water and wind resistance, they make great fall and spring daily pieces for simple activities like walking your dog and taking your daily stroll around the neighborhood. There are many times when it’s chilly, a bit windy, or drizzling, but you don’t want to carry a separate rain jacket with you just in case. At the same, your sweatshirt or fleece will soak up water pretty quickly and won’t block the wind. So if you have room in your closet, we bet you’ll get more everyday wear out of a softshell than you might expect. They are great all-in-one pieces for the shoulder seasons, and of course, the extra weight doesn’t matter much for these types of uses.

Softshells are among the most versatile pieces of outdoor apparel, but they do have their limitations. The most obvious instance is when the weather is severe. The air-permeable construction is a detriment in high winds, particularly if you’ll be stopped and hunkered down for an extended period. And the same goes for rain downpours: softshell jackets just can’t compete with the waterproofing of a rain jacket.

FAQ

1. Are you a factory or trading company?

We are a factory and we have a professional team of workers, Designers, and inspectors.

2. How to get a sample?

We will prepare free samples for you. For the first-time cooperation, the postage charge would be by the customer’s account. After placing orders, we will send free samples.

3. How long to deliver the products?

LAB DIPS takes 2-4 days;

STRIKE OFF takes 5-7 days;

10-15days for sample development.

Plain dye color: 10-15 days.

Printing design: 5-10 days.

For an urgent order, could be faster, please send an email to negotiate.