AKA the reason why it $s so much for some apparel/footwear Part 1 Convex Vest -Voormi Tis the season for 2016 F/W apparel deliveries...and consumers are carefully counting their pennies when it comes to clothing buys. With performance/athletic wear- outdoor urban types-with limited time for adventures and closet space...are demanding more that just style/fitted 'stuff.' PLUS- the more rugged and risky outdoor pastime, the more the garment components need to perform-including versatile textile features and superior manufacturing quality...with meaningful warranties. When one's life is on the line- trekking a summit, snowboarding backcountry-or 'just' strolling around town- multi-tasking apparel-made with performance-more eco/sustainably made fabrics/wools/synthetics- are the norm...including many of the musts- breathability, moisture wicking, warm when wet, four way stretch, anti-odor...easy clean. SOME HIGHLIGHTS: S...