Like many other revolutionary materials, the GORE-TEX has been a lucky stroke. Credit to Bob Gore, a chemist employed in his dad’s teflon company and determined to save the family business from the crisis. With the ambition of creating a idro-repellent membrane, Bob Gore's early attempts to heat and stretch rods teflon result largely unsuccessful. As a last-ditch effort, Bob even tried to pull it quickly while it’s still hot: that was the turning-point. Read more…
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The microporous structure he pulled out was about 70 percent air and these pores turned out to be small enough to keep water out but large enough to let sweat evaporate, and therefore perfect for mountain jackets and whatnot. It’s been all downhill from there: Bob made deals with outdoor companies to start applying his waterproof film on tech gears and became a pioneer. For those used to sweaty rain stuff, GORE-TEX was a huge upgrade since it acts like a barrier against water, improve breathability and provide wind protection. Plus, in 1989 the label introduces the “Guaranteed to Keep You Dry” lifetime guarantee on every GORE-TEX item, even if produced by third-party business. Active brands include The North Face, which keep using GORE-TEX on a wide selection of outerwear that ranges from Mountain Jackets to Himalayan line. Alongside outdoor giants, few sportswear realities now cover their winter sneakers with a GORE-TEX layer as adidas and Converse do with their signature styles. You know who to ask if you’re looking for waterproof garments!