It is cold, it is rainy, it is windy. For those of us who have to spend time outdoors nevertheless, an essential piece of clothing for this type of weather is the windbreaker. But how do you choose the perfect windbreaker for your needs? What are the most important qualities and features to look out for?
Here is a little Windbreaker 101 to help you in your quest:
Material: The best materials for a windbreaker are durable synthetic fabrics like polyester and nylon taffeta. Generally, they retain body heat very well and keep out wind and rain.
Waterproof: Ideally, the pores of the fabric have been closed, so that no water is allowed to pass through. This quality is rated by the millimeters (MM) of water the garment can hold before it leaks. Sometimes, to make the production process cheaper, the seams and stitch holes of garments are not sealed, which compromises the waterproof integrity.
Wind Resistance: There is a difference between wind resistant and windproof. Generally, to increase comfort when worn, garments will act against or oppose the penetration of wind to a very high degree without being completely windproof. Ideally, windbreakers are also going to have storm flaps - pieces of fabric that cover zippers and other openings to create another barrier against wind and rain.
Breathability: To ensure that you will be comfortable wearing your windbreaker, this is one of the major qualities to look out for. You don't want to feel like you are wrapped in a trash bag that allows absolutely no air circulation. Breathability in a garment is expressed in how many grams of vapor per square meter (G/M2) pass in 24 hours.
With these tips on hand, you should be able to find the perfect windbreaker for your needs. If you are purchasing them for your company, school, team, or even just a family outing, why not customize them with designs, logos or names at an embroidery like
Orleans Embroidery in New Orleans?
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