The North Sails Southern Ocean jacket and trousers made of GoreTex Pro with unique 4DL reinforcement worth 1,800 euros are up for grabs.
It's easy to take part: answer the following question, which you're sure to find easy after reading our special:
What do the two German Ocean Race participants Boris Herrmann and Robert Stanjek have in common on their CVs?
The competition is over. The winner isE. Denecke from Timmendorfer Strand
The price in detail
Tested by experts at North Sails and Vendée Globe sailors, with all the elements you'd expect from a garment designed by sailors for sailors. Made from GORE-TEX Pro and TightWeave. In addition, the Southern Ocean jacket benefits from North Sails' 4DL reinforcement - a robust, non-water absorbent reinforcement laminated directly to the outer fabric. The Ocean race set is the most breathable, waterproof and durable gear North Sails makes.
Southern Ocean jacket
- Made from GORE-TEX Pro
- TightWeave upper material
- 9" ocean collar and hood design for protection from big waves
- 2-way AquaGuard front zip with Storm-Guard system, which ensures that water stays out while you enjoy the comfort of a jacket
- Extra long 95 cm back length for additional waterproof protection
- 4DL-reinforced seat; robust reinforcement without water absorption
- Articulation panel for improved freedom of movement
- Oversized fit for additional middle layers of clothing
- Clean design to minimise entanglements
- Reflective print that makes the wearer visible in low light conditions
- External Hypalon hanging loop for storage
Ocean trousers
- 50 mm elasticated shoulder straps with internal Velcro fastening that keeps excess straps hidden for a flush, clean finish
- Two-way AquaGuard zip with internal protection; 2-way AquaGuard zip with internal gusset for additional protection
- Oversize fit for additional middle layers of clothing
- Clean design to minimise tangles
- Double thigh pockets with high capacity and drainage option
- 4DL-reinforced seat, knee and hem sections; robust reinforcement without water absorption
- Removable HD foam knee pads
- Joint gusset for improved freedom of movement
- External Hypalon hanging loop for storage
Explanation of terms
GORE-TEX PRO offers extreme breathability, a wind barrier to stay warm longer, a waterproof membrane and long-lasting protection - even in extreme conditions. GORE-TEX PRO products also feature recycled and solution-dyed textiles that reduce water consumption and CO2 emissions, leaving a smaller environmental footprint.
TightWeave is a fabric construction that uses much thinner threads and tighter weaves. It was developed for an optimal blend of capabilities in different racing environments. The material is naturally water repellent, making it more durable than other techniques. In addition, no toxic chemicals are released into the environment.
4DL is a new four-layer, durable, laminated reinforcement. The lamination means that there is no water pocket behind the patch, which takes longer to dry. By eliminating the need for stitching and taping seams, the failure of seams in high wear areas is significantly reduced. Thanks to this technology, there is no water absorption - it is completely impermeable to water.
