Membrane jackets for men

Membrane fabrics of a new generation are used in the manufacture of clothing for skiing and snowboarding. Protection from precipitation and removal of evaporation from the body make it comfortable to wear such things in everyday life. When looking after a men's membrane jacket, you need to focus on the purpose and ways of wearing it. It is important to properly care for the material so as not to deprive it of its unique abilities.

The creation of a membrane fabric can take place with different processing technologies on the wrong side.

• Lamination method with polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE marking) or polyurethane (PU) film. Advanced membrane manufacturers prefer stretched polytetrafluoroethylene. The ePTFE garments are elastic and more suitable for active sports.

• Using liquid impregnation to create a protective film. The resulting membrane material is used as an outer layer when sewing outerwear.

Membranes are porous, non-porous, and combined.

• Porous. Film tissue with an abundance of micropores that allow vapor molecules to pass through, trapping water droplets.
• Besporovaya differs in similarity to a sponge in terms of quality indicators. Such fabric absorbs vapors and is subsequently removed to the outside.
• Combined matter is created using both technologies. The most expensive outerwear is made from this membrane.

Gore-Tex is considered the most popular among membrane materials, but many leading manufacturers already have their own developments. Recently, instead of data, they provide information about the type of membrane used, for example, indicating its extreme breathability, the level of comfort provided, optimal protection, maximum wear resistance, etc.

Basically, membrane fabrics are two- or three-layer, less often 2.5 layers of materials are used. In accordance with the number of layers, marking is applied with the Latin letter L (2, 3 or 2.5L). A fabric that has a third mesh or lining layer can also have 2.5L in the marking.

Membrane garments are fully waterproofed by sealed seams and secured zippers. There is no chance of getting wet or sweating in it. At the same time, it is endowed with windproof qualities. Exercising high aerobic loads in a membrane jacket brings only comfort and high results.

You need to choose membrane clothing for its intended purpose, guided by the manufacturer's recommendations. Then the acquired thing will delight you with its properties and will not disappoint in anything.

It is necessary to determine the parameters of water and air permeability of the material.

Water resistance is measured in millimeters. The higher the indicator, the stronger the protection is provided.

• 5000 mm - waterproofness at the entry level. Do not expose your jacket to heavy rainfall.
• 10,000–15,000 mm - average waterproof performance. The product is able to withstand a short shower and snowfall. But with a backpack pressing on the back, the matter will not be able to retain moisture outside.
• 20,000 mm or more - extreme protection level. The membrane does not care about any precipitation, even with a heavy load on its shoulders.

Air permeability is indicated in grams per meter squared. A high value indicates the ability to quickly evaporate moisture. The product label may be marked RET - resistance of matter to vapor transmission.The lower the value, the more breathable the fabric. A reading of 30 and above indicates an absolute blocking of fumes.

• From 5,000 to 10,000 g / m2 - in clothes it is comfortable to ski from mountain trails, to conquer a snowboard, but it will withstand heavy rainfall for a short period.
• From 10,000 to 15,000 g / m2 - the optimal performance of membrane clothing for risky mountain climbs. But at high humidity, full protection is not guaranteed.
• From 15,000 to 20,000 g / m2 and more - the jacket can be worn without hesitation on difficult and long ascents with a load behind your back. The membrane will work in accordance with intense physical activity.

When deciding on the choice of a jacket in a store, it is advisable to consult a seller. To be sure of the originality of the purchased item, it will be useful to make sure that you have the appropriate certificate.

The models differ not only in the materials used. They have different patterns and design features. Lightweight jackets for men are perfect for replacing an umbrella in rainy weather. They can be easily folded into a backpack or bag. They are also excellent protection from the wind when jogging. For tourism, they choose models that are heavier and more durable, with a lot of pockets.

You should not be guided by the principle “dear is the best”. In each individual case, it is necessary to be determined by their intended physical activities.

One of the important factors for a comfortable stay in a jacket made of membrane is the correctly chosen underwear. In the outfit, a membrane item serves as an outer layer. The first is to put on thermal underwear, on top - a fleece or polyester sweatshirt.

Clothing under the membrane material should be of moisture-permeable quality, not moisture-absorbing. Therefore, no natural counterparts are suitable here. It is necessary to take into account the weather conditions for the appropriate equipment.

A jacket made of membrane fabric, depending on its type, needs special care. The microporous membrane is washed and dried using a special method using a suitable cleaning agent. Improper care leads to clogged pores, and the product loses the ability to "breathe". The pore-free membrane is not so demanding to maintain and is considered more durable.

Basically, reviews from consumers of membrane jackets are positive. But there are those who are categorically not satisfied with this fabric for outerwear. Which side to take can be decided only by testing the membrane personally, choosing in accordance with the expected loads and climatic conditions.