Press release February 2013 Haglöfs Freeski the dream of the perfect run Getting to the top of the mountain. Standing there and looking out over untouched powder that seemingly never ends. Throwing yourself off the crest of the mountain and choosing lines with a feeling that no one has ever been here before. This is the dream of the perfect run; a dream many people share. For the 2013 winter season, Haglöfs is launching an extensive ski collection in new, exciting colors that has been developed with a focus on freeskiing. The collection is twice as large compared to 2012 and contains 38 new and a number of updated jackets, overalls, trousers, bibs, mid layers and backpacks. The choice of material, functionality and fit have been adapted so skiers can challenge both themselves and the snow and get the most out of their adventure. Award-winning design now updated When Haglöfs developed its award-winning VASSI Jacket together with Haglöfs friends Per Jonsson and Asbjørn Eggebø Næss, it probably created the ultimate ski jacket with the exact features a freeskier is looking for. For the 2013 winter season, a new version is being released that has retained its characteristic features. VASSI II JACKET is equipped with a new Gore-Tex material in new exciting colors and has updated features such as an attachment for the cords for a two-way radio or telephone and a snow skirt with improved functionality. For the 2013 winter season Haglöfs is releasing a little brother to VASSI, CHUTE JACKET, which is an unembellished alpine jacket in 2-layer Gore-Tex with all the right freeskiing features. CHUTE JACKET shares many of the characteristics of VASSI, for example a helmet-compatible hood, a removable stretch snow skirt, a high, protective collar and has torso core ventilation zippers strategically placed for rapid body heat ventilation. The jacket is at the same time a bit shorter in the back and has due to the choice of material a more soft and pleasant feel to it. New products developed in collaboration with professionals Some of the world s best freeskiers can be counted among Haglöfs friends. They add valuable knowledge about what a true enthusiast needs and does not need when Haglöfs is developing new products. This is why Haglöfs clothing comes with not only obvious Haglöfs is one of the world s leading outdoor suppliers and offers a responsible brand that meets modern day demands for products with a high level of functionality, good design and value for money to people who invest in an active outdoor lifestyle. Sales for 2011 amounted to SEK 626 million and the company has over the last five years achieved an average growth of 10 percent. Haglöfs is owned by ASICS Corporation since 2010. www.haglofs.se CONTACTS: PR & Media Manager: Sara Skogsberg Cuadras, sara.skogsberg-cuadras@haglofs.se CEO: Nicolas Warchalowski, nicolas.warchalowski@haglofs.se
features such as optimized fit and high usability, but also technical details, such as a removable stretch snow skirt, room for transceivers and an integrated goggle wipe. All of which is placed to be easily accessible, even when wearing the obligatory backpack which is carrying the safety equipment. Another new release for the 2013 winter season is COULOIR PRO a warm, soft but also technically advanced shell jacket in 3-layer Gore-Tex. The jacket was developed with freeskiing in mind and offers a unique 4-way stretch for improved mobility, a helmetcompatible hood and a high, protective collar with laser-cut ventilation to decrease the build-up of mist on ski goggles. The jacket has a brushed fleece lining and is further reinforced in particularly exposed areas for maximum warmth. It also features armpit ventilation openings that enable the regulation of body temperature depending on whether the wearer is climbing up the mountain or riding down. Text and images are available at www.haglofs.com/press For more information please contact: Sara Skogsberg Cuadras PR & Media Manager + 46 8 584 400 14 sara.skogsberg-cuadras@haglofs.se Haglöfs is one of the world s leading outdoor suppliers and offers a responsible brand that meets modern day demands for products with a high level of functionality, good design and value for money to people who invest in an active outdoor lifestyle. Sales for 2011 amounted to SEK 626 million and the company has over the last five years achieved an average growth of 10 percent. Haglöfs is owned by ASICS Corporation since 2010. www.haglofs.se CONTACTS: PR & Media Manager: Sara Skogsberg Cuadras, sara.skogsberg-cuadras@haglofs.se CEO: Nicolas Warchalowski, nicolas.warchalowski@haglofs.se
CHUTE JACKET/ CHUTE Q JACKET This is a full featured, mid thigh length freeski jacket made from 2-layer Gore-Tex which makes it lighter, softer and more comfortable than its big brother Vassi II Jacket. Lightweight and durable 2-layer Gore-Tex jacket with a polyester mesh lining for breathability and comfort DWR treated for improved water shedding Mid thigh length and a loser fit to give room for body armor protection Single handed, three way adjustable, ski helmet compatible hood with laminated and wire reinforced peak Brushed fleece in collar and shin guard and rear hanging loop in neck Two way water resistant front zip with single inner placket Two way ventilation zippers on front for best ventilation and fit when wearing a backpack Two chest pockets with pocket flaps and watertight zips and one sleeve pocket on left side Two bellow pockets positioned below hip belt and two inner mesh pockets of which one features zipper and cable port Articulated sleeves with Velcro cuff adjustment with gusset Removable, stretchy snow skirt with silicon gripper and belt loop snap feature Weight men: Driftwood, Gale Blue, Imperial Purple 875 g in size L Colors women: Astral Pink/Cosmic Pink, Brimstone/Firefly, Pistachio 760 g in size M Gore-Tex 2-layer, 100% polyamide, 40D flat face two tone ripstop, bluesign Gore-Tex Pro 2-layer, 100% polyamide, 70D plain weave face, bluesign
CHUTE PANT/ CHUTE Q PANT A featured freeski pants that offers slanted side ventilation and an adjustable waist, made from breathable 2-layer Gore-Tex fabric that offers softness and comfort. Lightweight and durable Gore-Tex provides a waterproofed pant with polyester taffeta/ mesh lining to promote breathability and comfort DWR treated shell to improve water shedding Water resistant front fly with laminated stand Velcro adjustable waist with space for back protection Storm pocket with magnetic closure and hanging loop in rear back Slanted side ventilations with water resistant zippers Two spacious lined bellow pockets at front thigh Internal lower leg gaiter witch elasticated silicon grip Schoeller Keprotec reinforced insteps and lower hems Driftwood, Hurricane Blue/Gale Blue 685 g in size L Colors women: Driftwood, Pistachio 625 g in size M Gore-Tex 2-layer, 100% polyamide, 40D flat face two tone ripstop, bluesign Gore-Tex Pro 2-layer, 100% polyamide, 70D plain weave face, bluesign Schoeller Keprotec, bluesign
COULOIR PRO JACKET/ COULOIR PRO Q JACKET A soft and warm Gore-Tex Soft Shell jacket with extra comfortable four way stretch. Built with freeriders in mind, it comes equipped with a high protective collar with a fog preventing face protection system for rough weather conditions. Four way Gore-Tex Soft Shell with a flannel backer for extra warmth DWR treated face 3D mesh patches on shoulders for extra comfort while wearing a backpack Laminated fleece for extra warmth in back, elbow and neck areas for extra warmth and comfort Gore-Tex micro tape used to reduce weight and increased breathability Extra durable laminated zippers Single handed, three way adjustable and ski helmet compatible hood with a laminated, wire reinforced peak and high protective collar High collar with fleeced shin guard and neck patch Two way water resistant zip in front with single inner placket Pit zips for ventilation with water resistant zippers Two backpack compatible mid mounted pockets and one chest pocket containing goggle wipe Articulated sleeves and Velcro adjustable cuffs with bellow construction Removable stretchy snow skirt with silicon gripper and belt loop snap feature that can also be zipped to pants with the same zip in construction Driftwood, Hurricane Blue, Imperial Purple, Pistachio 1065 g in size L Colors women: Brimstone, Cosmic Pink, Imperial Purple 885 g in size M Gore-Tex 3-layer, 85% polyamide, 15% elastane, 70D 4-way stretch twill face fabric and a soft flannel backer
COULOIR PRO PANT/ COULOIR PRO Q PANT A soft and warm freeski pant made from the most comfortable Gore-Tex four way stretch Soft Shell material. Features protection for the knees and double ventilation zips for the best ventilation. Four way Gore-Tex Soft Shell with a flannel backer for extra warmth DWR treated face and extra durable, laminated water resistant zippers 3D mesh patches on knee for extra comfort, laminated fleece areas for extra warmth Gore-Tex micro tape used to save weight and increase breathability Water resistant fly zipper with snap closure Waist with Velcro adjustment, belt loops and zip Pants can be zipped to jackets with zip in snowskirts Ventilation on both outside and inside of leg for the best ventilation and body temperature control while active Internal lower leg gaiter with elasticated silicon grip Schoeller Keprotech Kevlar reinforced insteps and lower hems Driftwood, Firefly, Gale Blue 850 g in size L Colors women: Astral Pink, Driftwood, Firefly 785 g in size M Gore-Tex 3-layer, 85% polyamide, 15% elastane, 70D 4-way stretch twill face fabric and a soft flannel backer Schoeller Keprotec, bluesign
VASSI II JACKET/ VASSI II Q JACKET Haglöfs award-winning freeski 3-layer Gore-Tex jacket in a relax fit. Designed with focus on good ventilation, a high protective collar and spacious pocket solutions for storing all type of equipment. DWR treated face Mid thigh length with a loser fit suitable for body armour protection High protective collar Three way adjustable and ski helmet compatible hood with laminated and wire reinforced peak Two way water resistant front zip with single inner placket and fleeced chin guard Two way ventilation zippers on torso for ventilation draft and backpack compatibility One chest pocket with goggle wipe on elasticated leash Two bellow pockets positioned below hips and three inner mesh pockets, one of which is zippered and has a cable port Articulated sleeves and bellow sleeve pocket on left side with internal ski pass holder Removable stretchy snow skirt with silicon gripper and belt loop snap feature that also can be zipped together with pants with same zip in construction UPDATED FEATURES New Gore-Tex material with new face optic and good durability Fixtures for radio / phone ear pieces. Updated snowskirt for better functionality Firefly /Imperial Purple, Gale Blue/Hurricane Blue, Pistachio/Hurricane Blue 820 g in size L Colors women: Brimstone/Astral Pink, Pistachio/Imperial Purple 735 g in size M Gore-Tex 3-layer, 100% polyamide, 40D flat face two tone ripstop and a light knit backer Gore-Tex 3-layer, 92% polyamide, 8% elastane, 70D plain weave stretch face and a light woven backer
VASSI II PANT/ VASSI II Q PANT A light and durable full on freeski Gore-Tex pant in a relaxed fit suitable for armor protection. Great solutions for good ventilation and equipped with a zipper that allows to zip in the snow skirt to keep snow away. Light and durable Gore-Tex -material that allows great breathability DWR-treated face and extra durable laminated water resistant zippers Gore-Tex micro tape used to save weight and increase breathability Waist with Velcro adjustment and higher back Can be zipped to jackets with the the same zip in function Water resistant fly zipper under protective stand, double snap closure Full hip-to-knee ventilation with two-way water resistant zips Two spacious bellow pockets with water resistant zips at front thigh Internal lower gaiter with elasticated silicon grip Schoeller Keprotech reinforced insteps UPDATED FEATURES New fabric in Gore-Tex with new optics and good durability New reinforcement with Schoeller Keprotec Updated bellow pockets Gale Blue/Firefly, Imperial Purple/Firefly, Pistachio/Hurricane Blue 700 g in size L Colors women: Astral Pink/Brimstone, Imperial Purple/Pistachio 630 g in size M Gore-Tex 3-layer, 92% polyamide, 8% elastane, 70D plain weave stretch face, and a light woven backer Gore-Tex 3-layer, 100% polyamide, 40D flat face two tone ripstop and a light knit backer Schoeller Keprotec, bluesign
VASSI II BIB A light and durable full on freeski Gore-Tex bib in a relaxed fit with room for body armor protection. Designed with focus on good ventilation possibilities and is also equipped with the possibility to zip in the snowskirt to keep the snow outside. Lightweight and durable Gore-Tex shell provides a breathable freeski Bib pant perfect for days with powder snow DWR treated surfaces and extra durable laminated water resistant zippers Gore-Tex micro tape used to save weight and increase breathability Zip off stretch bib featuring elasticated suspenders, mesh rear panel and zippered chest pocket Waist with Velcro adjustment raised at the back with belt loops around the waist. Pants can be zipped to jackets with snowskirt having zip in Water resistant fly zipper under protective stand. Double snap closure Full hip to knee vents with two way water resistant zips Internal lower leg gaiter witch elasticated silicon grip Schoeller Keprotech Kevlar reinforced insteps and lower hems UPDATED FEATURES New fabric in Gore-Tex with new face optics and good durability New reinforcement fabric from Schoeller Keprotech Kevlar Updated bellow pockets for better functionality Bib updated with a lighter fabric with even more stretch Colors: Gale Blue, Hurricane Blue/Gale Blue 900 g in size L Only available in men s style Gore-Tex 3-layer, 92% polyamide, 8% elastane, 70D plain weave stretch face and a light woven backer Gore-Tex 3-layer, 100% Polyamide, 40D flat face two tone ripstop and a light knit backer Schoeller Keprotec, bluesign