ISPO Award Winner 2024: The Elevate Liner Hood from Peak Performance

The design and development of the Elevate Liner Hood have been guided by very clear objectives: to maximize the use of materials by reducing fabric waste in production through design and construction; to enable easy repair; and to ensure that the majority of the weight of the product is mono-material, ensuring recyclability at the end of its life. The findings from the development of Elevate Liner Hood will be applied to future products. 

Unlike traditional technical outdoor garments, the Elevate Liner Hood is made of 97% mono-material, which simplifies recycling and reuse at the end of its lifespan. The remaining 3% comprises selected enhancements like cuff elastics, hood elastics, and zip teeth, ensuring durability and comfort during demanding outdoor activities. These components are easily removable to further facilitate the recycling process. 

Crafted for durability and demanding outdoor activities, the Elevate Liner Hood is designed for easy repairability. Featuring details like the YKK Easy Repair Top Stop slider and a color-matched repair patch in the pocket, the Elevate Liner Hood extends the notion of durable outdoor gear.  

An essential goal during the development of Elevate Liner Hood was to minimize fabric waste in production. While the industry standard is around 80% marker efficiency, through its innovative low-waste pattern design, the Elevate Liner Hood succeeds in reaching a marker efficiency of 90%. Surpassing industry benchmarks by almost 10%, this achievement sets a new standard in resourcefulness.

Constructed with durable ripstop fabric, it offers water repellency and wind protection, while its lofty synthetic insulation provides a high warmth-to-weight ratio, even in damp conditions. The innovative hood and sleeve construction add to its functionality and versatility. 

The jacket’s development spanned two years of collaboration with Peak Performance’s manufacturing partner in Vietnam. The development process involved several iterations using 3D models to clarify ideas without developing physical samples. This process also saves on transport and other resources. 

Furthermore, Peak Performance offers the WearAgains pre-owned program as well as an extended warranty of five years for all Peak Performance members. Anticipating a product lifespan exceeding ten years, these efforts underscore the brand's commitment to longevity. 

The jacket will be available for men and women in a range of colors from September 2024. 

• Reduction of production waste, reaching a marker efficiency of 90%  
• Use of 97% mono-material 
• Easy repairability 
• Lightweight, high warmth-to-weight ratio, and comfortable design for versatile use