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RAIDE ACTIVE INSULATOR

Evolution on synthetic insulators

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Men's HiO Active Insulator is an ingenious jacket because it redefines the concept of thermal insulation for backcountry skiing and high-intensity mountain activities. The true technological heart of this garment is the Heatlock Aero insulation,  the world's lightest insulating material.

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The Secret of the Perfect Jacket: Heatlock Aero Technology.

When you are moving in the mountains, you have two sworn enemies: biting cold and sweat buildup. Traditional jackets force you into a constant compromise: stay warm while sacrificing breathability, or move light and risk freezing the moment you stop.

The Men's HiO Active Insulator eliminates this trade-off thanks to a revolutionary innovation: Heatlock Aero technology.

Benefits of Aerogel in the HiO Active Insulator:

  • Warmth without weight: Utilizing Aerogel – the lightest solid material in existence – the jacket offers an unprecedented warmth-to-weight ratio. Weighing just 300 grams overall (size M), it delivers the thermal insulation of much heavier, bulkier garments.
  • Body-Mapped intelligent insulation: The Heatlock Aero insulation is strategically distributed across the body to optimize thermal performance: 30g in the core to protect vital organs, 20g in the back, and 15g in the sleeves to allow maximum freedom of movement without overheating sensitive zones.
  • Maximum packability: The ultra-light structure of Aerogel allows the jacket to be compressed and stowed directly into its own internal pocket, taking up minimal space in your backpack.

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Why this jacket is simply GENIOUS

Heatlock Aero technology is just the beginning. The HiO Active Insulator is a powerhouse of textile engineering and smart details designed by those who live the mountains, for those who demand peak efficiency:

  • Breathes with you: The combination of an ultra-breathable face fabric and a micro-perforated inner liner (Micro Dot Air Liner) instantly evaporates sweat during grueling climbs. Additionally, laser-perforated pit vents allow you to dump excess heat quickly without stopping to shed a layer.
  • Indestructible yet featherlight: The face fabric is reinforced with Spectra® (UHMWPE) yarns, an ultra-high-molecular-weight polyethylene that creates a ripstop grid. The result? Extreme abrasion resistance against rocks and packs, while keeping the fabric incredibly light.
  • Wearable hydration that won't freeze: One of the most brilliant features is the chest pocket designed to secure a soft flask. By keeping water close to your body, it prevents liquids from freezing. Furthermore, an integrated pass-through port near the collar allows you to route the hose and hydrate on the move without stopping or unzipping the jacket.
  • The zipper of the future: It features the YKK Tapeless AiryString® technology, the lightest and most flexible zipper in the world. The teeth are stitched directly onto the jacket fabric without traditional heavy tape, reducing bulk and flexing seamlessly with your body.
  • Alpine-specific details: Elasticized cuffs with thumb loops to seal in warmth, a technical tailored hood, and an internal beacon pocket with a security clip.

The Men's HiO Active Insulator is not just a thermal layer: it is an engineered system designed to give you total freedom of movement, protect you from extreme conditions, and make you forget you are even wearing it.