Technical Textiles for a Sustainable Future
Challenge Outdoor is committed to meeting the rugged demands of adventure-seekers while protecting our planet. We use renewable energy and recycled components to engineer high-performance textiles that are durable, lightweight, and waterproof.
Sustainable Composite Textiles
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Recycled Fabric
ECOPAK™ is the world’s only composite fabric made with 100% recycled fiber and film. Constructed with REPREVE® rPET fiber, our fabric lasts longer, absorbs 80% less moisture, and has better UV resistance and color retention than traditional laminated nylon.
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Non-Toxic Adhesive
These materials are laminated into composite fabrics, using our proprietary adhesive, which does not contain toxic solvents or VOC’s (Volatile Organic Compounds). Others laminate with solvent-based adhesives necessitating energy-intensive drying ovens. They may claim to be ‘carbon neutral’ by buying carbon-offsets after polluting; Challenge has taken the progressive step of eliminating harmful chemicals from the start!
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Recycled Film
The proprietary Challenge RUV™ film backing is 100% recycled and 97% UV resistant. Challenge RUV™ lasts 5 times longer in the sun than conventional film used in other fabrics - a big breakthrough in extending performance.
Sailcloth Heritage Meets the Mountains
From Arctic expeditions to Olympic regattas, our sailcloth has been proven in the most demanding arenas on the planet. Our team of world-class developers has taken this technology and applied it to fabrics for the Outdoor, Kitesurf, and Ultralight markets.
