In a video interview with Flylow's cofounder Dan Abrams, SNEWS Editor-in-Chief Kristin Hostetter talks shop.
In this video, SNEWS Editor-in-Chief Kristin Hostetter interviews Flylow cofounder Dan Abrams about this winter's Kane Jacket and Smythe Bib.
They talk about everything from the pieces' features and fabrics, mysterious snaps (and what they're meant for), and who the target customer for this jacket and pants are (skiers with a backcountry habit!).
Abrams talks about their design and testing process—which takes place entirely in the mountains. "We are trying to hone in on that last 20 percent of what makes a garment excellent—fit, pocket placement—and for that, you really need to be using it in the field," says Abrams."
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Kane Jacket
Our lightest touring jacket yet, the Kane Jacket offers absurd amounts of stretch and air permeability.
Intuitive™ Perm fabric: stretch, waterproofness, ultra-breathable
20k waterproof with 0.02 cfm Air Permeability
100% Nylon face, 100% Poly backing
Articulated shoulders and sleeves
Fully seam taped
2 hand pockets, 1 chest pocket, 1 waist pocket, 1 interior pocket w/media port
No direct shoulder seams reduces wear with backpack
12-inch pit zippers
Backpack friendly pockets
Helmet-compatible hood
No Bulk Cuffs
No powder skirt
YKK waterproof zippers
High performance DWR (Durable Water Repellent)
Average weight: 540 grams
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Smythe Bib
Our lightest weight bib pant, the Smythe is built for bagging peaks without overheating.
Intuitive™ Perm fabric: stretch, waterproofness, ultra-breathable
20k waterproof with 0.02 cfm air permeability
100% Nylon face, 100% Poly backing
Reinforced cuffs
Stretch softshell bib top
Thigh vents
Articulated knees
Fully seam taped
1 chest pocket, 2 thigh pockets, 1 thigh pocket, 1 rear butt pocket
Beacon attachment system in chest pocket
Long exterior zip for easy entry
YKK waterproof zippers
High performance DWR (Durable Water Repellent)
Powder gaiters
Average weight: 700 grams
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Foster Jacket
Pack this just-in-case PrimaLoft insulating layer and you’ll thank us later.
PrimaLoft® ThermaPlume® Insulation
100% nylon Intuitive™ Ripstop
2 zippered hand pockets
6-inch pit zippers
Lo pro elastic cuffs
Backpack friendly pockets
Adjustable waist cinch
Average weight: 350 grams
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