POLARTEC

Since inventing the original PolarFleece in 1981, Polartec continues to advance the science of fabric by creating problem solving technologies that improve the user experience among the world’s premium outdoor, sport, workwear, and lifestyle products. They are the only company on the market who develops and manufactures comprehensive solutions encompassing base layer, mid layer, and outer layer under one brand, offering a wide range of functionality; including lightweight wicking and cooling, warmth and insulation, breathable weather protection, fire resistance, and enhanced durability.

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Polartec Celebrates 45 Years of Fleece Innovation & Evolution Forty-five years ago, Polartec created the world’s first synthetic fleece, a lightweight alternative to heavy wool that revolutionized outdoor performance apparel and became a pioneering material breakthrough radically changing the industry. Recognized by Time Magazine in 1998 as one of the 100 Best Inventions of the 20th century, Polartec fleece set a new standard in modern layering systems and today remains a backbone for warmth, breathability, and fast-drying comfort. Since its creation in 1981, Polartec has continuously advanced fleece technology, introducing the first material made from recycled plastic bottles in 1993 and evolving through ground-breaking innovations focused on durability, reduced fiber shedding, and lower-impact material choices. Polartec is proud to celebrate 45 years of synthetic fleece, paying homage to the one material that has continued to evolve and perform – supporting brands, athletes, and new generations of outdoor consumers around the world. For more details on Polartec fleece product launches, brand activations, and material science. visit Polartec.com.

Polartec Unveils A Pioneering Approach to Simplifying Color Within Outdoor Apparel 
Polartec has now introduced Standard Issue: facing the problem of traditional fabric dyeing and creating a solution that can become an industry standard. Every year, top brands independently order thousands of rolls of fleece fabric in nearly identical shades of black. Yet because each variation requires its own dye batch, minimum order quantity and production setup, custom dyeing adds unnecessary time and complexity without necessarily delivering meaningful differentiation. With Standard Issue, Polartec is helping streamline production and reduce resource impact. And because the pre-dyed fabrics can be seamlessly integrated into product development, the initiative also helps simplify sourcing decisions and accelerate timelines without compromising the durability, performance, and reliability outdoor brands expect from Polartec fabrics. More importantly, the new standard is designed to complement, not replace, the multiple customization options Polartec already offers its partners. Standard Issue will be progressively rolled out across the entire Polartec portfolio and expanded in its color availability based on market demand, offering companies a concrete path to streamlining their apparel production while ensuring full flexibility in design and product differentiation. Learn more at Polartec.com

Polartec AirCore™ Harnesses the Power of Air to Defy Performance Limits Polartec is proud to introduce its newest revolutionary products; Polartec® AirCore™, the industry’s first truly air permeable laminate that is 100% free from PFAS-based chemistries and engineered to keep you dry from the inside out. With an industry-leading Moisture Vapor Transmission Rate (MVTR) of over 25,000 g/m²/24 hours* and air permeability ranging from 0.4 to 1 CFM**, Polartec® AirCore™ provides unmatched performance during high-intensity activities while repelling water from the outside***.  Furthermore, the lightweight material and superior stretch enables unrestricted movement, making Polartec® AirCore™ an ideal choice for outdoor enthusiasts, explorers, and anyone on the move.

Driven By Purpose: Polartec® X Peak Performance

Peak Performance was launched in 1986 after a moment of clarity in the mountains when two longtime friends sat on a chairlift in Åre, Sweden. Frustrated by the gap between what existed and what they really needed, they decided to make it themselves. Their philosophy from the beginning was that performance and style should never be separated. And what started as a desire to create better ski gear has evolved into a Swedish mountain brand rooted in the freeride spirit, designing technical apparel that balances function, expression, and identity.  There’s a certain independence in how Peak Performance operates. The “build better, stay curious, and never lose touch with why you started” attitude remains, as does the belief that design should start with real experience, not assumptions. Which is why the people at Peak Performance continue to evolve their gear to move across seasons, disciplines and whatever comes next. Because progress, like the mountains themselves, is never static - read the full story here.

2026 Products in Market using Polartec Alpha: Peak Performance Freelight AOP Polartec Alpha Hood, Big Agnes Alpha Direct Fleece Sleeping Bag Liner, Ornot Alpha Sweater, Farpoint Alpha Crewneck, Burgeon Alpha Hoodie, Alpine Fit Fastpacker Fleece.