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Born on the Norwegian seas
Helly Hansen is the oldest brand we sell at Skistore Swing, it all started back in 1877. Norwegian captain Helly Juell Hansen thought he should find a better way to protect his sailors from the Nordic weather at sea. He made waterproof clothing for his sailors by applying linseed oil to cotton. His wife saw the potential of the clothing and so together they started the Helly Hansen brand.
Today, the brand is best known for their innovative technologies, but how do they do this? It all starts with the team that develops the best technologies and tests them together with top athletes, and they have been doing this for 140 years! By listening to the needs of the athletes, they are able to come up with innovative solutions. But it's not just about listening to needs. The brand also invests in research and development to create innovative technologies that push the standard in the industry. From advanced waterproof membranes to breathable insulation materials, every detail of a Helly Hansen product is carefully designed and tested to ensure optimal performance. If you want to know more about the technologies read on.
Warmte zonder zorgen
Voor degenen die streven naar comfort en prestaties, biedt Helly Hansen een scala aan midlayers en baselayers die gebouwd zijn op de kracht van hun gepatenteerde technologieën. De LIFA en LIFALOFT materialen vormen de kern van deze kledingstukken, die zijn ontworpen om je warm te houden en zweet effectief af te voeren tijdens intensieve activiteiten. LIFA, gemaakt van synthetische materialen zoals polypropyleen, staat bekend om zijn uitstekende vochtafvoerende eigenschappen, waardoor je droog en comfortabel blijft, zelfs bij hoge inspanning.
Aanvullend hierop biedt LIFALOFT een revolutionaire isolatie-oplossing, die de lichtheid en warmte van dons combineert met de waterafstotende eigenschappen van synthetische isolatie. Hierdoor ontstaat een uiterst efficiënte isolatielaag die je warm houdt zonder extra bulk toe te voegen. Met deze technologisch geavanceerde midlayers en baselayers van Helly Hansen ben je optimaal voorbereid op je volgende outdoor avontuur.
Afbeelding door: @helly hansen
Image by: @helly hansen
Warmth without worries
For those seeking comfort and performance, Helly Hansen offers a range of midlayers and baselayers built on the strength of their patented technologies. LIFA and LIFALOFT materials are at the heart of these garments, which are designed to keep you warm and wick away sweat effectively during intense activities. LIFA, made from synthetic materials such as polypropylene, is known for its excellent moisture-wicking properties, keeping you dry and comfortable even during high exertion.
Complementing this, LIFALOFT offers a revolutionary insulation solution, combining the lightness and warmth of down with the water-repellent properties of synthetic insulation. This creates a highly efficient insulation layer that keeps you warm without adding extra bulk. With these technologically advanced midlayers and baselayers from Helly Hansen, you will be optimally prepared for your next outdoor adventure.
Hardshell: protected in style
Helly Hansen's range of hardshell jackets embodies their commitment to advanced technologies and high-quality materials. These jackets are designed to provide protection against the most extreme weather conditions without compromising on comfort or freedom of movement. The jackets use the innovative HELLY TECH membrane technology, which is waterproof, windproof and breathable to keep you dry and comfortable even in the harshest conditions.
In addition, LIFA INFINITY PRO technology is used, a water-resistant solution without harmful chemicals, making the jackets not only exceptional performers but also environmentally friendly. With a combination of durable materials and pioneering technologies, Helly Hansen's hardshell jackets offer the ultimate protection for outdoor adventures.
Image by: @helly hansen
Image by: @helly hansen
Contribution to the environment
The brand does this in different ways, for instance, they try to make their products last as long as possible, as most of the damage to the environment is done while making a product. They make sure their choice in materials does not disrespect the environment and they are in the process of creating an infrastructure for recycling their old products.
What are they doing in terms of their material choices? Over the past decades, they have taken several steps, for instance, they have removed all fur from the range, all down is according to the RDS (Responsible Down Standard) and all leather is out of the range. Since 2008, they have been partners with Bluesign, Bluesign is an organisation dedicated to making textile production more sustainable and they are also working to remove harmful chemicals from water-repellent products. Lastly, the brand has started recycling, they are creating a system where you can hand in your old product so they can recycle it. They also aim to have 50% of their polyester and polyamide fibres recycled by 2025.