Dubarry Footware Technology Page
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Gore-tex:
Gore-Tex s the ultimate waterproof membrane for Performance Footwear. It is the most durably waterproof and highly breathable bi-component material available. In addition to its waterproof and breathable characteristics, perspiration is also wicked away from the foot, ensuring a dry and comfortable environment even in the most extreme conditions.
Pittards:
The WR100 Mirapel leather range from Pittards includes water resistancy, low water absorption and Dry Fast-Dry Soft performance characteristics. Repeated wetting and drying causes ordinary leather to harden and crack but the Pittards leathers used by Dubarry will dry quickly and retain their shape and softness over time.
Extralite:
The Extralight sole is a patented process offering a sole 4 times lighter than other material with the same abrasion performance. The Injection Molded EVA (Ethyl Vinyl Acetate) midsole offers a softer, more comfortable, shock absorbent product which will not deform under lengthy periods of wear. Combined with Dubarry's award winning non-marking, durable, slip resistant rubber outsole, this sole is the ultimate in underfoot comfort with all the required performance characteristics for demanding yachting environment.
Cordura:
Cordura by Dupont is a high-tech nylon yarn, finely engineered to combine unique durability with stylish appearance and light weight. Cordura is twice as durable as any other fabric and three times stronger than standard nylon.
Kevlar:
Kevlar by Dupont is an advanced technology combining high strength with light weight, and comfort with protection. Kevlar is 5 times stronger than steel on an equal weght basis. It is one of the most important manmade organic fibres ever developed and has uses ranging from securing airbags to the Mars Pathfinder to shrapnel-resistant shielding in jet aircraft engines.
Lycra:
Lycra by Dupont is an elastic spandex fabric. It provides superior fit, shape retention and freedom. Combined with a leather footwear upper, Lycra is quick dry and easy to maintain in a demanding performance environment.
DRI-LEX:
Dri-lex is made from a hydrophobic fiber which ventilates the foot in wear. The inner layer of Hydrofill draws moisture away from the foot and Dri-lex is both resistant to odor and has excellent abrasion performance. The exclusive integrated hydrophobic/hydrophilic lining guarantees complete moisture vapor transport through a multi-layer moisture management system.


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