What is Helly Hansen Lifa made of?
LIFA is made of 100% LIFA fibers. WHAT IS LIFA? In 1970, Helly Hansen’s LIFA revolutionized the industry with the introduction of the first technical base layers.
What is special about Lifa fibers?
LIFA® MERINO is a unique 2-in1 base layer that combines lightweight Lifa® fibers next to skin and an extremely soft Merino Wool exterior. The Lifa® fabric moves moisture away from skin while the merino wool exterior is excellent at insulating and maintaining warmth.
What is Lifa material?
Lifa™ is Helly Hansen’s registered trademark for it’s own Polypropylene fabric composition that wicks moisture away at a rate greater than any other Polyester based fabric on the market today.
What is Lifa merino?
LIFA® MERINO LIGHTWEIGHT CREW BASE LAYER. No. 49370. An exceptionally lightweight, 2-in-1 base layer with a warm-breathable merino wool exterior and a LIFA® wicking interior. Our LIFA® Merino Lightweight collection is versatile and ideal for all cold weather activities.
What are Lifa fibers?
Lifa® is a hydrophobic fiber that prohibits the absorption of liquid. The Lifa® fibers are used on the first membrane layer of base layer garments, the layer nearest to the skin.
What is Helly Tech Protection?
Helly Tech® is the waterproof and breathable outer layer between you and the elements. Its unique membrane will keep water molecules out, while allowing sweat vapor to pass through – keeping you dry from the outside and comfortable on the inside.
Was Helly Hansen a real person?
Sea Captain Helly Juell Hansen founded Helly Hansen together with his wife Maren Margrethe. Working out of their basement, the innovative and industrious pair worked relentlessly on creating workwear for long days at sea. The Norwegian manufacturer quickly became a major player in the clothing industry.
Is Helly Tech as good as Goretex?
Gore-tex 3L, Event, Neoshell, and Trew’s membranes all do a better job of being more waterproof more breathable than the Hellytech pro. Neoshell and Event are WAY more breathable, while gore tex and Trew are only slightly more breathable.
Do Norwegians wear Helly Hansen?
From our home in Norway, Helly Hansen has been making professional grade gear to help people stay and feel alive for more than 140 years. It all started in 1877 when sea captain Helly Juell Hansen found a better way to stay protected from the harsh Norwegian elements.
Why is Helly Hansen so popular?
Helly Hansen’s fabric Innovations are legendary Among the customers were the Norwegian Olympic team, who wore them at the 1952 Games in Helsinki, kicking off an enduring relationship between the brand and top sporting professionals.
Is anything better than Gore-Tex?
eVent. eVent is one of the best Gore-Tex alternatives, because it comes really close to mimicking all of its features. In some cases, it performs even better than Gore-Tex. Unlike most other Gore-Tex alternatives, this is a fabric that is developed by a company and then sold to many different brands.