Materials and Construction

When we choose snowboard outerwear it is important for the fabric to be able to breathe. Why? Because, to protect us from overheating, our bodies begin to sweat. This is vital but also creates a risk for the body to cool down excessively if the moisture in the clothing starts removing heat from our bodies. Therefore it is extremely important for our outerwear to be breathable, especially if we are setting off on a longer backcountry mission without immediate access to proper shelter.

Not only is the fabric DC has used breathable, but the membrane is also 100% recyclable with a 100% recycled shell. By choosing to use Sympatex performance, Quiksilver is able to provide a jacket and a pair of pants that are waterproof, windproof, durable, and made from a 100% climate-neutral PFC free membrane, whilst also being OEKO-TEX® certified and bluesign® approved. Compared to the industry leader Gore-Tex, Sympatex is a more sustainable option while also scoring higher when it comes to comfort as the material has the ability to stretch considerably.

The Brigade bibs come as a shell, giving the option to layer up underneath if needed, whilst the Operative Jacket 40G Primaloft Black insulation keeps you warm without any added layers.

“Not only is the fabric DC has used breathable, but the membrane is also 100% recyclable with a 100% recycled shell”