Strafe Outerwear Launches Updated Scout Jacket with Pertex® Shield 2.5L

July 3, 2024

Strafe Outerwear is excited to announce the release of the updated Scout Jacket, now featuring Pertex® Shield 2.5L technology. Designed for any outdoor enthusiast seeking ultralight, waterproof and breathable protection, the new style is the lightest hooded rain shell on the market.

ASPEN — July 3, 2024 /OUTDOOR SPORTSWIRE/ – Strafe Outerwear, a leader in high-performance outdoor apparel, is excited to announce the release of the updated Scout Jacket, now featuring Pertex® Shield 2.5L technology. Designed for any outdoor enthusiast seeking ultralight, waterproof and breathable protection, the new Pertex Shield Scout Jacket is the lightest hooded rain shell on the market.

Pertex® Shield 2.5L fabric is renowned for its exceptional waterproofness, breathability, packability, and lightweight construction, making it the ideal choice for demanding outdoor pursuits. The updated Scout Jacket leverages this advanced material and envelope-style underarm vents to offer enhanced comfort and performance for unpredictable mountain weather. Weighing just 105g in Men’s and 95g in Women’s and featuring an integrated stuff sack and carabiner loop in the chest pocket, the Scout Jacket is extremely ultralight and packable.

“We’re very excited about the 2.5L fabric used in this style, lighter than previous Scout versions, yet still highly waterproof and breathable.” said Pia Halloran, VP of Product and Design at Strafe Outerwear. “Streamlined bonding and low profile seam taping, as well as revised elastic areas at hood, hem, and cuffs, also help bring down the weight.”

“The Strafe Scout Jacket is a perfect fit for Pertex fabric – it uses one of our lightest waterproof fabrics, weighing just 39g/m2, but doesn’t compromise on protection or performance.” said Andy Laycock, Brand Director at Pertex.

The Scout Jacket is the latest addition to Strafe Outerwear’s commitment to delivering innovative and high-quality apparel for outdoor enthusiasts. When dealing with unpredictable mountain weather, the Scout Jacket provides emergency security and comfort with no weight or space penalty.

The Scout Jacket can be purchased starting on July 1, 2024 through select retailers, Strafe’s website at Strafeouterwear.com and at Strafe’s showrooms in Aspen, Colorado and Snowmass Village, Colorado.

About Strafe Outerwear: Founded in 2009 to develop winter apparel focused on breathable, waterproof performance. Independent and based in Aspen, CO, Strafe continues to produce technical ski and snowboard apparel and now includes innovative apparel for all four seasons. Strafe Outerwear products are distributed globally at over 100 specialty retailers, with two branded stores in the Roaring Fork Valley. Designed with intention, Strafe is committed to creating high-quality and versatile apparel that improves users’ outdoor experiences.

About Pertex: Pertex has been weaving high-performance fabrics for outdoor people since 1979. Our innovative products equip them for adventures both epic and everyday, enabling them to be out in the elements for longer and better. Pertex fabrics are created out of ongoing partnerships and shaped by our concern for the wellbeing of the planet. We weave them in collaboration and with responsibility, to be rewoven over many lifetimes.

Media contact for Strafe Outerwear:

Victor Major

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victor [@] strafeouterwear.com