ADIDAS SPRING 2012-OUTDOOR PERFORMANCE APPAREL/FOOTWEAR

Terrex Jackets-all light weight-made of top of the line-Gore-Tex® elements tough-windproof, breathable-waterproof or highly resistant, adjustable hoods, reflective details

Outdoor Retailer, SLC

words/images Judith Ecochard

Adidas is out to climb up the heap of the outdoor performance wear and footwear realm of top tier labels.

We're huge fans of some of their more fashion collabs (Y-3, SLVR) and of course their football (soccer) kits.

Terrex -packable+lightweight-adjustable hood, Gore-Tex® tech performance

Terrex Swift 2-layer CPS mesh line jacket-breathable, waterproof and windproof

Adidas' second season out at OR offered up want'ems in the high end Terrex and the Terrex Swift-for fast pace adventures...both made out of high performance textiles- Gore-Tex® Performance Shell, Cocona, Climaproof® Wind, Formotion™ -four way stretch and Windstopper® Active Shells----

AND the Hiking/Trekking apparel that works for on the mountain, and off too...with performing Climalite® -a light soft fabric with superior moisture management and Climaproof® Storm-breathable, water and wind proof , Climawarm™ for thermal insulation, and Climaproof® Wind. At nice price points, imho.

Terrex Hybrid Soft Shell Vest-$115 w/ Windstopper® Active Shell-lightweight, packable, mesh line pockets

You go Grrrlll-Terrex Shorts, w/4 way stretch, Primaloft Vest-warmth& comfort, ripstop outer,

Arms shaped like you move-adjustable hood-with four way motion-Hiking 2.5 Layer Hybrid Jacket-Climaproof® Storm breathable, water and windproof $195-underarm ventilation zip,

Bold colors and design flairs are well done---but more importantly, the performance of the pieces are exemplary and manufactured differently for men and women...

ED 2.5 Layer Jacket -Climaproof® Storm $175 -eco-100% recycled poly

Anatomically different needs---resulting in apparel climate control zones- are tailored for optimum wind protection, moisture management, and breathability---via in-house, body mapping technology.

Supertrekking Softshell-stretchy, moisture wicking comfort-ventilation zips and 4-way stretch $130

Hiking Hooded 1Side Fleece Jacket, thumb-loops, Climawarm™-thermal insulation $85

Gore-Tx® Pro Shell-top of the line wind/waterproof, lightweight, ventilation zips-rugged and durable-@$595-it better be- ha ha.

Formation™ comfort&performance,

Adjustable Helmet compatible hood

Terrex Gore-Tex® Active Shell Jacket $395

adjustable, helmut compatible hood/reflective details

Body mapping-mixed textiles-windproof where you need it-and stretch

Terrex Swift Soft Shell Jacket

Magnetic Closure

Supertrekking Wind/Warm Jacket for women-with Climaproof® Wind& Primaloft® Sport-warm even when wet $180

Terrex Swift $75-Cocona (activated charcoal performance fabric) Fleece Jacket-w/ UV 50+

Lifestyle in appearance-these separates made from performing textiles that perform more than just covering up.

$60-W Hiking Check Shirt made from Climalite®

In snazzy colors, prints---any of these moisture wicking, soft feel---made of poly that dries fast -making these ideal travel items.

Polos-have UPF+50 protection.

$35-Hiking Polo

ED Check Shirt-in right...yarn dyed checks, made from Climalite®-soft, moisture wicking-sleeve tabs for turned -up swagger $70.

Hiking Top $40-Climalite®-built in shelf bra

Capris-great for climbing

Adjustable waist

Built in shelf bra-mesh top

Hiking Polo-$35

Adidas footwear are designed for water sports...having fun in a kayak, on a boat, or multi-terrain hiking/trekking jaunts.

this climacool Boat SL is a ligth, flexible slip-on-with upper mesh Climacool® mesh/midsole drains for quick drying, Traxion® outsoles that grip/drain when wet