Akiyama season is in full swing! At the same time, a two-month countdown until the 2021/22 powder. If you want to get the latest wear while hoping for the strong Fuyu Shogun to come to Japan, now is the time. This season is also full of comfortable, warm, and performance-enhancing wear. Introducing the latest layering wear (excluding outerwear) that will come in handy throughout the season, from the harsh winter to the remaining snow.
ACLIMA
https://www.full-marks.com/aclima/
brand specializes in mulesing-free wool that is naturally nurtured in Northern Europe.
Wool net original Long Shorts 8800 yen/size XS-2XL/1 color
ACLIMA's flagship model that uses high-quality merino wool that takes care of the natural environment and breeding. With a thick fabric weighing 200g per square meter, it is useful not only as a base layer but also as a thin intermediate layer. Keeps your skin dry without sweating, and keeps your body temperature at a constant warmth. It also has a natural bactericidal action that suppresses the bacteria that cause body odor. Adopts flatlock seams that do not stress the skin, and the drop tail silhouette covers the buttocks. A one-of-a-kind underwear that focuses not only on the fabric, but also on the sewing and cutting.
Tights with wool mesh that retains body heat while allowing excess heat to escape. It is the best underwear for long tours that assume hiking up. The comfort is pursued down to the smallest detail, such as flat seams that do not cause friction with the skin, and a wool waistband that is highly elastic and feels good on the skin. This is a knee-length model that is perfect for the spring mountain season, but we also have a below-the-knee model that goes well with long socks and a long model that goes up to the ankle.
ARC'TERYX
The leader of the outdoor play powerhouse Canada, world of high-performance and smart outdoor wear
yen/Size XS-XXL/5 colors
Versatile fleece that is supple, light, and just the right amount of warmth. Wear-resistant, 4-way stretch, and the feel of being wrapped in a blanket are unique to Polartec® Power Stretch® Pro. Because it uses a relatively thin fabric, it is easy to move even when layered, and the stuffiness is released smoothly. It has a minimal design with only two zippered hand pockets and a hood that goes well with a helmet, so you can carry it without adding bulk. A hoodie that can be used in a wide range of ways throughout the year, from mid-winter mid-layers to thermal clothing for summer mountains.
¥35,200/size XS to XXL/6 colors
An insulation jacket that encloses synthetic cotton in a supple fabric. Not only can it be used as an outerwear, but it can also be used as a middle layer while on the go, as it moderately releases stuffiness. It is a reliable piece that maintains loft and keeps you warm even in poor environments where it gets wet with sweat and snow. It packs down so compactly that you can slip it into the corner of your backpack for year-round warmth.
¥14,300/size S to XXL/4 colors
A zip-up type base layer with excellent heat retention. The high collar warms the neck, which is the passageway for blood vessels, and the zipper can be opened wide to let in fresh air. It has a simple design with one zippered laminated breast pocket that does not stress the skin. It's comfortable, quick-drying, and breathable, so it's useful for a variety of outdoor activities.
ARMADA
original riders brand that is now the most influential and popular in the freeride world.
27,500 yen/size S to XL/2 colors
A lightweight down jacket that can be stowed in a chest pocket. It is a highly versatile model that can be used as an inner jacket under an outerwear during the harsh winter season, and as a cold weather garment for carrying around during the spring season. It has a new standard fit that can be worn slightly loosely, so it is easy to move even when worn over fleece. A music pocket with a headphone port and a chin guard made of microfleece.
HOUDINI
https://www.full-marks.com/houdini/
A Swedish revolutionary brand with many fans for its earth and human-friendly manufacturing and natural colors.
¥23,100/size XS-XXL/4 colors
Next-generation fleece that uses "Polartec® Power Air Light" to prevent marine pollution caused by falling microfibers. The material is the latest and aggressive, but the cut and silhouette give the image of a casual sweatshirt. That gap is the charm. The neck is neat, so it's easy to layer with multiple pieces such as neck zip unders and inner downs. From the snowy mountains of Hokkaido to the bustling streets of the city, this Swedish crew neck fleece makes it possible to move seamlessly in every sense of the word.
Activist Tights (right) 11,000 yen/size XS-XXL/2 colors
Naturally derived base layer made from a blend of tencel and merino wool refined from wood pulp. The moisturizing and temperature-regulating properties of natural fibers keep you cool when it's hot and warm when it's cold. In addition, it prevents the growth of odor-causing bacteria and the generation of static electricity, and its natural suppleness makes it incredibly comfortable to wear. The advantage is that it fits perfectly to the body and is easy to move. It does not interfere with movement even when layered with pants. It is a wear that returns to the earth, keeping the skin gentle and comfortable throughout the year.
MILLET
100th anniversary this year! A mountain brand representing Europe born in the European Alps
¥31,900/Size XS~/2 colors
An insulation hoodie that uses Polartec Alpha Direct, a brushed fabric that provides both heat retention and breathability, on the inside. While retaining warm air, it also releases the right amount of stuffiness, making it a piece that can be actively worn as an intermediate layer during active winters and as an outer layer during the remaining snow season. The "BREATHER" outer fabric is water repellent and windproof, so you can wear it while wearing it even in a bit of wind and snow. When it's cold, wear a balaclava-type hoody to keep the cold out, and when it's hot, the double slider zip on the front lets in fresh air. Introducing an innovative middle layer that is warm and doesn't get stuffy as a substitute for fleece.
¥19,800 / Size XS to XL / 2 Colors
A thermal layer that uses a special material that sandwiches "Polartec Alpha", which has moderate heat retention and excellent breathability, in a mesh fabric. Flexible, thin, and stretchable, it can be worn directly over a base layer or combined with other intermediate layers for a variety of layering patterns. When not worn, it becomes much more compact than fleece, making it easy to carry. Maintains a comfortable clothing environment by keeping cold air at bay and allowing stuffiness to escape even during vigorous movement. A comfortable and reliable high-performance middle layer that you will want to wear all the time, from the moment you leave home to the summit.
¥16,500/size XS/S, M/L/3 colors
Hybrid base layer with synthetic fiber material that uses 70% high quality merino wool. The cutting-edge knitting technology creates a light and warm three-dimensional waffle shape. In addition, the waffle shape reduces stress on the skin and achieves a soft touch, while also improving breathability and quick drying. is a piece that can be expected to have various effects of wool, such as deodorant, humidity control, and An innovative model that pursues comfort and ease of movement while fitting the body while changing the weaving method in the right place.
Text／Shinya Moriyama
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