The uniform of a Vancouver Islander in the winter consists of gumboots/Blundstones, Stanfields, and a rain coat. And in the Pacific Northwest, that means rain. Photo: Imperial MotionĪlthough I do spend time in the mountains, the majority of my time is spent down closer to sea level. It is, in short, the best coat I’ve ever owned for riding snow. And best of all, I think, it’s long enough to cover your butt, but not so long it feels as though you’re wearing a trench coat. Pit zip ventilation, just in case you’re really working hard, an adjustable hood that includes a wrap-around neck piece that zips up to your chin, lycra gaiters on the sleeves with holes for your thumbs so they’re not sliding up your arms all the time, a snap back powder skirt so you don’t fill your back with snow when you’re sliding down the mountain on your ass, pockets for days (including a handy one for a phone with a cord exit), and a million other little things. It’s not so thick as to restrict movement - an 80 g insulation and a 60 g shell - and it’s both waterproof enough to stand up to the PNW deluge and that wet snow, yet breathable enough to stave off the dreaded clammy sweats. The Watson Shell (not to be confused with the Watson Insulated Jacket) in particular is so loaded with features that I’m not entirely sure how the designers managed to fit them all in. But the jackets IM sent? Practically perfect in every way. If you want to go hiking in the rain, as my dog often does (he too has a jacket), you must commit yourself to being uncomfortably hot, cold, damp, or sweaty. They’re too breathable so you’re cold, or even worse, not breathable enough, which leads to feeling as though you’re locked in a clammy, luke-warm room full of evaporated sweat. They’re made from a material that repels water for a while, then just turns into a sodden piece of cold, clammy, rubber that clings to your skin like a wet plastic bag. The hoods are generally too large, so the wind grabs them like a sail around your head. The folks over at Imperial Motion sent me a few - one from their Rain Collection and another from their new Snow Collection - to test out, and as a shitty weather connoisseur, I have to say they’re doing jackets how jackets should be done. For the most part, however, most of the coats I cover myself in are lacking something. Since I don’t like spending the darker months inside and I hate the rain and cold more than just about anything, I require a good jacket. If you’re not dressed for the weather, you’re facing months on end of sitting inside, which can get boring, to say the least, especially when the waves are cranking or the snow is falling. But winters in the Pacific Northwest? Oh man, they are LONG. Get out of town, and there is something new around every corner. The waves are incredible, as are the mountains. Vancouver Island, where I live, is ripe for exploration. It’s a blessing and a curse - all that rain makes for some of the most beautiful forests in the world. Through this, they are hoping to ultimately become a central brand in reforming the lifestyle clothing realm of today.I grew up in a place that sometimes feels as though it might be the rainiest place on Earth. The revolutionising idea behind Nano Tech Cure follows Imperial Motion’s slogan of always evolving and never establishing itself in the known and the comfort of the present. Nonetheless, it is important to note it only works with small-sized holes, so It wouldn’t be suggested to make an NCT jacket a hole-filled Halloween costume.Īs of now NCT has released three jackets – a windbreaker, a packable jacket, and a coaches jacket – in a variety of colours alongside backpacks and bags, perfect for everyday use or for travels in the outdoors. In addition, the reinforced fibers forge additional support and fortification. Through double side pressure and finger heat, punctures can be easily repaired. While it sounds impossible, Imperial Motion has successfully broken through this barrier with their new project.Īs described, NCT is a water-resistant nylon material having capabilities of self-reparation. The emphasis of the collection lies in self-repairing nylon – by removing the object and rubbing the fabric together, the holes will ultimately disappear. If you’re an outdoor person and your clothes end up suffering from your wilderness adventures – getting caught on tree branches, puncturing holes – then Imperial Motion’s Nano Cure Tech is for you. Imperial Motion is an American brand whose ideal, “Never Established…Always Evolving” is proven in its latest collection.
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