VANCOUVER, BC (January 9, 2012) – Maximizing performance in a minimalist shell, Westcomb introduces the Switch LT Hoody -- a powerfully simple alpine design built with the revolutionary waterproofness and vapor permeability of Polartec® NeoShell®.At 15 ounces (467g), the Switch is the lightest NeoShell® jacket in the marketplace, serving up exceptional wind and water protection in a miraculously breathable, feather-light, and soft platform.
The design builds on Westcomb’s established alpine heritage, blending an active, articulated fit with just the right amount of storage for critical gear and fuel – including a pair of truly unique Napoleon “dry pockets” on the front of the jacket.“The Switch LT Hoody takes the ‘must-have alpine shell’ concept in a wholly new direction. Instead of adding bells and whistles wherever there’s room to hang another pocket,
we’ve keyed our design on the things that are most important to users in the field: proven features and trusted performance fabrics,” said Gabe Cote, Westcomb sales director and brand evangelist.Westcomb’s Switch is made 340 NRS Polartec® NeoShell®, a fly-weight nylon ripstop known for exceptional breathability and waterproof performance, as well as hand, stretch and durability. On the elbow and the back of the hood, the piece uses 360 NP Polartec® NeoShell®, a durable water- and wind-proof nylon weave with revolutionary breathability and stretch performance.
As with all Westcomb technical pieces, the Switch features 20 stitches per inch (SPI) top-stitchless construction – a measurement which exceeds industry standards by at least double. Westcomb’s higher SPI allows for a lighter, yet stronger fabric seam giving a lifetime of wear and tear while reducing weight. Key features on the Switch include a single-hand adjustable hood and waist; velcro cuff closures and underarm venting zippers; and an internal media pocket.
The Switch is available in black, alpine red, citron, limestone or avatar blue (MSRP $430).
