Intro | THE CRAFT PRINCIPLE
The Craft Principle
An intensive training session will result in the body producing a considerable amount of sweat . This is just how it should be and a confirmation that you are pushing your limits . If you are not wearing functional clothes , the sweat will remain in place and block the pores , causing your body heat to rise . Eventually the clothes will turn into a damp , cold and heavy “ envelope ”, relentlessly hampering your performance . If you are wearing functional clothes , however , the skin will stay dry and you will be able to perform at an ideal working temperature . Craft ’ s functional clothes , in up to three layers , create a perfect microclimate and provide the basis for optimal performance . Each layer is equally important and complements the rest of the chain .
Baselayer
Baselayer that efficiently transports moisture away from the skin and distributes it on the outside of the garment , where it either evaporates or is passed on to the next layer . For optimal performance and comfort , craft baselayer should always be worn underneath your outer layers , regardless of weather conditions .
Midlayer
Craft midlayer provides insulation and warmth while transporting moisture and excess heat to the next layer or into the surrounding air . When the thermometer creeps downward , this layer enables you to retain valuable body heat without reducing your freedom of movement .
Protection Layer
The third and outermost layer is your shield against the elements and provides comfort and performance no matter the conditions . Transcending the laws of logic , craft protection layer protects against rain , wind and cold at the same time as it releases surplus heat and moisture from the layers underneath .
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