THE CRAFT PRINCIPLE
Since 1977 we have been actively involved in the research and development of ventilation
and moisture dispersal properties for different fabrics. The fruit of these efforts is the Craft
Principle, our way of providing functional training and competition wear that ensures the
best body microclimate (the temperature and moisture conditions closest to the body)
for optimal performance. 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 ef ficiently transpor ts 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 per formance and comfor t, craf t
baselayer should always be worn underneath your outer layers, regardless
of weather conditions.
MIDLAYER
Craf t midlayer provides insulation and warmth while transpor ting 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 comfor t and per formance no matter the conditions. Transcending the
laws of logic, craf t 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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