The Danish brand Nordisk has introduced an innovative tool for all outdoor lovers. The durable NFC chip, which is installed in the brand’s tents, enables customers to access loads of information that facilitates the use of the product. The jury of the ISPO Award 2023 honored the idea with the coveted award.
The Scandinavian outdoor experts at Nordisk have included NFC chips in some of their newest tents, such as the Ydun Sky, enabling customers a new kind of digital experience that the judges of the second round of this year’s ISPO Award found worthy of an ISPO Award 2023.
The chip works as a product passport, making it easier to follow the product from the factory to the end consumer. This benefits not only Nordisk but also its customers. The NFC tag is sewn into the packsack of the tent. Scanning it with a smartphone by “tapping”, which means placing its back on the indicated NFC tag, takes customers to a unique website where they can find inspirational pictures, product information, FAQs, and how-to-set-up instructions. It also allows for easy customer registration and a premium easy-to-access ecosystem experience. In addition, Nordisk rewards registration with an extended 5-year warranty on manufacturing defects.
The concept behind this solution, which Nordisk developed in partnership with Dutch company Tappr, is to allow customers to engage with the product digitally before, during, and after using it. This NFC tag also enables Nordisk to add sustainability metrics to each product, such as production location, shipment method, and CO2 footprint. While QR codes tend to wear down quickly when used outdoors, the NFC tag offers a durable, reliable, and functional solution. The NFC tag is waterproof, tearproof, and windproof, making it ideal for outdoor use, and it is also machine washable.
Nordisk is a company that emphasizes sustainability, and although the NFC itself is not green since it’s a microchip, it has a positive impact in terms of sustainability. It enables transparency in production and shipping and also facilitates easy care and repair of the product. The Nordisk chip is ROHS compliant, which means it restricts hazardous substances found in electrical and electronic products.
The NFC solution comes at no additional cost to customers. Nordisk aims to utilize this solution to reduce its dependency on printed paper. Printed manuals and product guides, for example, are no longer needed. Nordisk also uses it to tell the product’s unique story as well as offer the right add-on products. The jury chose this package as a winner of the ISPO Award 2023.
Easy to use: just “tap” the NFC chip with the smartphone.
With the Sol Jacket the rain can come! Down and rain have not exactly been considered a dream couple - but it doesn't have to stay that way. Because with the Sol Jacket, Danish outdoor outfitter Nordisk has developed an ultra-light, down-filled shell jacket for men that offers full weather protection.
Down jackets, whose outer material was so thin that the down inside even shone through, were above all ultra-light, breathable and fashionable. But certainly not waterproof. That has now changed, because with the new Sol Jacket, Nordisk has succeeded in producing a down jacket that combines ultralight weight with a high water column and extreme breathability.
This was made possible by using the innovative NorTech 0.5 membrane, which is 10 times thinner than a human hair. It also weighs less than 20 percent of the current market standard for lightweight membranes.
Nordisk developed the ultra-thin 10-denier fabric ten years ago in collaboration with Japanese fabric manufacturer Toray Industries. Together they have now found a way to make this fabric even waterproof by developing the thin membrane. The filling is made of 'Crystal Down'. This pure goose down comes from Europe and guarantees a high animal welfare standard.
Thus, the jacket has a water column of 20,000 WP, a water vapor permeability of 40,000 MP and comes to a weight of only 300 grams.
Thanks to this groundbreaking technology, the jacket survives even heavy rain showers. It is durable and lightweight and can be used for a wide range of outdoor activities and in changeable weather. Thanks to the clean look, it fits perfectly in all environments.
A red Y on the chest stands for the well-known Yeti down quality. Nordisk acquired the down specialist Yeti in 2005 and therefore calls the down collection Y by Nordisk.
The jacket was designed for men, it comes in yellow and blue. It was launched in November 2022.
Developed by a women-led team of athletes, designers, and product experts, the North Face re-engineered their iconic Himalayan Suit to fit the demands of female alpinists. The suit meets lots of technological requirements for high-altitude expeditions and balances mobility and warmth with its women-specific fit.
Women have been standing on peaks and pushing the boundaries of alpinism for decades - all in gear that wasn’t made for them. With a female-led design team and athlete Dawa Yangzum Sherpa, The North Face now reimagined their iconic Himalayan Suit from the ground up taking a women’s perspective. Adapting the fit and insulation system for women’s bodies, removing unnecessary extra weight and adding features like the internal vest system were critical during the design process. »The development of The North Face's first Women's Himalayan Suit was a labor of love and commitment to female athletes around the world," says Erica Cottrell, Senior Design Manager at The North Face. "Through the years we have worked tirelessly with our female athletes to bring the most advanced and innovative suit for alpinists to the market.«
The Women Himalayan Suit is packed with technological features for high-altitude expeditions. It’s FUTURELIGHT™ shell with Spectra® Ripstop is both waterproof and abrasion-resistant in the forearms, buttocks, and lower legs, providing protection from rock chips and sharp mountain gear. The team also worked with insulation mapping and adjusted baffle shape to provide targeted warmth specifically for women's bodies. Cloud Down construction helps reduce cold spots while still maintaining packability. With a 900 fill ProDown™ that retains loft in wet conditions and offers high-level warmth and compressibility, the suit keeps warm even under gnarly conditions. The targeted use of stretch synthetic insulation coupled with a breathable lining in the collar, inner front placket, back panel and inner thighs for zonal temperature regulation still do their part in steep ascents or during movement.
The length of the front zipper was reduced for less bulk, and an asymmetrical placement protects against oxygen mask condensation and freezing. It is two way and easy to be zipped closed or open, even with gloves on. On the inside, the suit features a FLASHDRY™ Vest which provides a better and more comfortable fit as well as accessory storage. It features two secure-zip pockets and two stretch-mesh pockets for carrying water bottles. The vest construction was inspired by a traditional running vest, features two side release buckle closures and gives a balanced fit during movement. It also feels comfortable and holds everything in place when dropping the top of the suit in higher temperatures.
The half moon shaped back zip with multiple zippers allows for easy access when needing to pee without having to take the full suit down. Storm-sealed sleeves with stretch wrist cuffs and thumb loops prevent drafts and keep out wind and snow. A double-layer lower leg construction allows the shell to fit independently over the boots for extra snow protection. Finally, the glove compatible zippers are extremely durable and cold-tested to withstand extremely low temperatures.
With its durability, versatility, and high-capacity battery, the Anker EverFrost Powered Cooler is a game-changer when it comes to keeping your food and beverages cool outdoors. Reason enough for the jury to reward the company with an ISPO Award 2023.
The EverFrost Powered Cooler by Chinese manufacturer Anker is a high-performance cooler designed to keep perishables fresh for longer periods of time when you’re out in nature, making it perfect for outdoor enthusiasts, campers, picnickers, and anyone who loves to travel. The jury of the ISPO Awards 2023 rewarded the innovation with the coveted accolade in the second award round of the year.
The judges pointed out that this cooler is built to last, with a durable design that can withstand even the toughest outdoor conditions. It features an advanced cooling system that uses a powerful compressor to quickly and efficiently cool beverages and food. With a temperature range of -20 °C to 20 °C, the EverFrost Powered Cooler keeps them at the perfect temperature no matter what the weather is like.
One of the standout features of the EverFrost Powered Cooler is its battery life. The cooler is equipped with a high-capacity lithium-ion battery that can keep it running up to 42 hours when setting it at 4 °C with an ambient temperature of 25 °C. Its 100W solar input allows for convenient, lightweight, and eco-friendly outdoor charging. This makes it perfect for weekend camping trips or other outdoor adventures where access to electricity may be limited. Plus, the cooler also can also be used as transportation for special medicine that need to keep cool for a long time when users are far from civilization.
The cooler also has a number of convenient features that make it easy to use. It features a digital display that allows users to monitor the temperature of the cooler and adjust it as needed. It also has built-in USB ports that allow them to charge their phones, laptops, tablets, or other devices on the go. The spacious interior can hold up to 32 330-ml bottles or cans of your favorite beverage or a combination of food and drinks. It also has a removable basket that makes it easy to organize the items and keep them from getting crushed or damaged.
In terms of portability, Anker’s EverFrost Powered Cooler is easy to transport thanks to its sturdy, suitcase-style handles and lightweight design. It also has four durable wheels that make it easy to move around even on rough terrain. An extended tabletop is designed to put everything you want and to enhance the outdoor camping experience.
Another advantage of the cooler is connectivity. Users can control it from near and far away with the Anker mobile app. The app remotely controls the temperature, battery power status, and the voltage protection level, and also allows users to turn the power of the cooler on or off.
Overall, the ISPO Awards jury found that the Anker EverFrost Powered Cooler is a smart investment for anyone who enjoys spending time outdoors. Its advanced cooling system, long battery life, and convenient features make it an ideal choice for camping, picnics, and more. And with its durable design, the EverFrost Powered Cooler seems to provide reliable performance for years to come.
This reversible jacket is suitable for warm and cool days. With its different sides the new Adidas Terrex Techrock Reversible Hooded Fleece Jacket serves different comfort needs and thinks multifunctionality further.
The hooded midlayer jacket is part of the warmest midlayer family in the Adidas Terrex collection for the Spring/Summer 2024 season. The thick, unbrushed, high-pile fleece material keeps the body warm and ensures maximum comfort in cold conditions. But that's not all, because even in warmer temperatures the jacket will not have to give up.
The special highlight is that the jacket can be worn from both sides, which gives the garment not only a completely different look, but also a different skin feel and temperature sensation.
The water-repellent, smooth side is especially comfortable to wear during more intense outdoor activities. The textured, highloft side feels soft, warm and cozy, as you would expect from traditional highloft materials. This side will keep you warm and dry when the activity slows down or a break is taken.
Thus, the jacket not only meets different comfort requirements, but also different sports: whether you wear it as a summer hiking jacket or as a layering piece when skiing in winter, with the reversible jacket you are always perfectly equipped. This intention is new for reversible garments of this kind and opens new perspectives in the development of midlayers.
Sustainability plays an important role. For example, the main material is 86 percent recycled polyester and 14 percent biobased polyester.
In addition, the Terrex Reversible Hooded Fleece Jacket is part of the Terrex Flooce technology platform, which creates fleece from loops or continuous yarns without brushing. The material originated in Japan and is one of the first non-brushed high-pile fleeces on the market.
The jacket has been launched in July 2023 for men and women in different colors.