GLOSSARY A - Z

Glossary: A

Active Cut This is a the fit of a particular of item of clothing that has been designed to minimise the restriction on your body moving freely. This is naturally most important for people involved in aerobic outdoor sports or leisure but is sometimes chosen for reasons of comfort and style.

Actiwool Actiwool is boiled wool, wind resistant and highly breathable.

Adjustable Cuffs - Jackets A hook/loop tab allows rapid cuff closure and adjustment, even when wearing bulky mitts. The elasticated cuff reduces heat loss without impeding circulation at the wrist of the jacket. To ventilate the sleeve, open the cuff to its fullest extent and secure using the secondary hook/loop/velcro.

Airfoil Light Airfoil Light with DWR Ultra lightweight Airfoil Light is Berghaus' own tightly woven windproof Nylon fabric, providing excellent protection against the wind. A DWR (Durable Water Repellent) treatment helps to delay saturation of the face fabric during prolonged use.

Airmesh Airmesh provides great ventilation in a variety of products including bags, shoes and jackets. This helps avoid the build-up of unwanted moisture and heat against your skin or clothes keeping you, the adventurer, more comfortable!

Aleutian range The Aleutian name describes a specially developed range of insulative fabrics, which are manufactured from fleece or pile. These technical fabrics are the culmination of many years of joint development, particularly with Malden Mills, the manufacturers of Polartec. Aleutian is a registered trademark of Lowe Alpine Technology...

Aleutian Cord Aleutian Cord shows great style when used as midweight outerwear. It also provides valuable insulation within a three layer system in spring or autumn. This is a Polartec Technology.

Aleutian Dry Knit Aleutian Dry Knit is an all polyester construction that wicks moisture fast and dries quickly. Aleutian Dry Knit products are of a casual style but allow maximum comfort and performance if worn under a waterproof/breathable shell.

Aleutian Marl Aleutian Marl combines a dense, low pile outer face - for increased wind resistance - with a deep velour inner face - for maximum insulation. This is a Polartec Technology.

Aleutian Micro Grid Very light in weight, Aleutian Micro Grid is a double velour with a small grid design on the face and a lightly brushed back surface. The open structure and light weight makes Micro Grid very breathable. Wicking performance allows these garments to be worn next to the skin whilst walking or hiking.

Aleutian Lightweight Waffle This lightweight fabric offers efficient warmth and packability, with great looks. The Waffle construction traps warm air and allows fast breathability.

Aleutian Micro Mesh A microfleece fabric ideal for shirting applications. Lightweight but durable, it takes up little space in your pack for day hikes or for mild conditions.

Aleuthian Nail Head Aleutian Nail Head is a distinctive fabric with a hard wearing nail head pique on one face and a velour on the other. Light in weight with good thermal performance, Aleutian Nail Head's dual construction gives the ability to use both faces in the garment design - ideal for unpredictable weather during long and short hikes.

Aleutian Velour This is a lightweight double velour fabric which allows extra breathability but retains good insulation performance providing greater comfort for you to walk in the beautiful outdoors all day long!

Aleutian Waffle Aleutian Waffle has a chunky grid texture that not only looks good but also enhances its insulation value when worn within a layering system. This is a Polartec Technology.

Analogy by Nikwax Analogy got its name because of the way it mimics animal fur in providing both insulation and water-shedding which works in all conditions. In the same way that seals, otters and bears keep warm in very wet conditions, the Nikwax Analogy Pump Liner pushes liquid outwards to keep you warm and dry inside. Not only does this give superior waterproof protection from the elements - while both Soft Shell and conventional waterproof breathable fabrics can only cope with around 20% of the sweat you produce, Nikwax Directionality will pump away all of it. The special characteristics of Nikwax Analogy result in significant advantages over conventional waterproofs and Soft Shell: Warmth - providing warmth as well as waterproofing allows you to leave some of your insulation layers at home. Works as effectively in all conditions - some conventional waterproofs and Soft Shells fail in conditions of high humidity, while Nikwax Analogy continues to pump water away whatever the weather. Soft but very strong fabrics - because Nikwax Analogy doesn't need coatings or laminates to work, the fabrics are much softer and more flexible but just as strong and tough for all your walking needs. Silent - Nikwax Analogy is rustle-free making it a pleasure to walk in. " Not compromised by puncture - you could fill a Directional Waterproof garment with pins, take them out, wear the garment in the rain and still stay dry! Puncture of the outer or inner fabric will not lead to leakage of your jacket or trousers. Renewable - the performance of Directional Waterproofs can be indefinitely renewed by caring for them with Nikwax products, while conventional membranes can eventually crack and cannot then be repaired. Páramo - the sister company to Nikwax, provides a range of outdoor clothes using the Nikwax Analogy range of technologies.

Analogy Fleece - Nikwax Nikwax Analogy Fleece, like mammal fur, repels water and actively pushes both liquid water and water vapour away from the body. Fleeces keep you warm by trapping still air between their fibres. Soak a conventional fleece in water and it loses up to 95% of its insulation whereas Nikwax Fleece offers superior and consistent comfort, especially in humid conditions.

Key benefits: Two layer construction traps still air giving superior insulation to keep you warm. Outer layer provides Directional water-repellency while the Pump Liner actively pushes liquid moisture away from the body keeping you dry from precipitation, perspiration and condensation. Continues to work just as effectively even in high humidity or very cold conditions. Water-repellency can be easily renewed for the lifetime of the garment with Nikwax Aftercare. The fabric is soft, flexible and hard-wearing. Nikwax Fleece can be combined with Nikwax Windproof to provide a fully Directional waterproof and windproof system. How it works (see image): Skin surface Parameta S is shown here worn next to the skin, drawing water away to keep you dry. Nikwax Analogy Pump Liner pumps water away from the body. Nikwax Fleece outer fabric allows air to be trapped between Pump Liner and outer to give insulation. Outer fabric is treated to give Directional water-repellency, deflecting water away from the body...

Analogy Insulator - Nikwax Nikwax Analogy Insulator combines Nikwax Windproof closely woven microfibre outer with Nikwax synthetic, water-resistant fill to cut windchill and provide excellent insulation for overlayering with other Nikwax fabrics. It retains body heat very effectively to warm the body quickly and deflects the rain while providing excellent moisture vapour transfer. It packs down small, giving a high warmth to weight ratio making a very versatile companion for your walking and hiking. The fill gives a down-like feel and performance with the benefit of still working well when wet.

Key benefits: Very efficient retention of body heat to warm you quickly; Cuts windchill and provides excellent block insulation; Down-like feel and performance continues to work when wet; Packs down small with a high warmth-to-weight ratio; Reflects the rain while allowing excellent moisture vapour transfer to minimise condensation; Can be treated with Nikwax TX Direct to give renewable waterproof performance; Very durable outer to endure regular use in all conditions. How it works (see image): Skin surface. Parameta S is shown here worn next to the skin, drawing water away to keep you dry. Nikwax Insulator fill retains body heat to warm the body quickly. Nikwax Windproof's closely woven microfibre provides windproofing and deflects the rain. Nikwax Analogy Insulator provides excellent heat retention while allowing moisture vapour transfer and directing water away from the body...

Analogy Waterproof - Nikwax The Nikwax Analogy Pump Liner mimics the action of animal fur - pushing liquid water outwards to protect you from rain, condensation and perspiration, while protecting your insulation. This is combined with a Directional Microfibre outer to deflect wind and rain.

Key benefits: Two layer construction traps still air giving superior insulation to keep you warm on those cold winter walks. Outer layer provides Directional water-repellency while the Pump Liner actively pushes liquid moisture away from the body keeping you dry from precipitation, perspiration and condensation. Continues to work just as effectively even in high humidity or very cold conditions. Water-repellency can be easily renewed for the lifetime of the garment with Nikwax Aftercare. The fabric is soft, strong, silent and durable - creating an ideal layer for your walking and rambling needs.... How it works (see image): Skin surface Parameta S is shown here worn next to the skin, drawing water away to keep you dry. Nikwax Analogy Pump Liner pumps water away from the body. Closely woven microfibre outer provides windproofing and Nikwax durable water-repellency. Air is trapped between Pump Liner and outer to give insulation. Wind and rain is deflected away from the body while perspiration and condensation as liquid water or water vapour can escape.

Approach Walking This often refers to low-level hill and fell walking where inclines are gradual. The use of a particular type of walking boots and hiking boots is often preferable for comfort, weight and support reasons.

APS - Lowe Alpine rucksacks "Comfort, unbeatable durability and an easily adjusted fit-to-size" was the Research & Design brief for the APS (Advanced Paralux system).

Aquaduct Performance Fabric Aquaduct Revolutionary moisture control fabric from Cloverbrook. High wick properties moves body moisture from skin to outer garment layer in order to keep walkers and outdoor people more comfortable. Highly breathable with good thermal qualities.

Aquafoil - Berghaus Berghaus' own high performance shell fabric that gives durable waterproofing during recreational outdoor use. Men's Waterproof Jackets and Trousers | Women's Waterproof Jackets and Trousers

Ardura 1000 - Berghaus A 1000 denier texturised nylon used for its very high tear strength and abrasion resistance. See also High Density Ardura 840D - Berghaus.

Ardura 600 - Berghaus A lighter weight fabric made of texturised nylon but in a less dense weave (600 denier). This gives a greater ratio of strength and abrasion resistance to fabric weight. Ardura is used in many medium and large capacity technical Berghaus walking and hiking rucsacks.

Ardura 500 - Berghaus A lightweight woven nylon, which has excellent ratio of strength and abrasion resistance to weight, and used in many Berghaus rucksacks.

Ardura 210D RS - Berghaus Lightweight material with good tear strength and used in many Berghaus rucksacks.

Ardura 420RS - Berghaus A lightweight, high density nylon woven fabric with a single diagonal weave resulting in excellent wear resistance for your Berghaus rucksack.

Ardura 420 - Berghaus A lightweight, high density nylon woven fabric giving good overall performance in your Berghaus rucksack.

Ardura 70D - Berghaus A high density ripstop using highly packed 70D fine yarns for low weight and strength in Berghaus rucksacks.

AWL 150 - Berghaus Warm, comfortable, polyester microfleece with a pill resistant finish. It retains much of its warmth when wet and is easy to care for, providing an excellent layer for walking and hiking in dry or wet conditions.