A polar-grade recycled down jacket built from ocean-sourced nylon and engineered for extreme cold, circularity and traceability.
The Ultra Light Polar Recycled Down Jacket introduces a textile system designed to meet the demands of polar environments while advancing a fully circular approach to material sourcing and reuse. The outer shell is engineered from 7d nylon 6 made of recycled ghost fishing nets recovered from marine ecosystems—waste streams that carry significant ecological impact. This ultralight material weighs only 25 g/m² and is processed through post-consumer nylon chemical recycling, enabling near-infinite reuse without degrading quality. Certified by grs, obp and oeko-tex 100, the fabric retains down-proof integrity and resilience in windy, abrasive conditions.
“Winning the ISPO Award proves the Tanboer Ultra Light Polar Recycled Down Jacket’s innovation, sustainability, and performance leadership, elevating the brand’s global reputation and opening doors to international markets and premium retail opportunities,” said Wang Xiaojie, Senior Design Manager, Tanboer. The concept links marine recovery with extreme-weather protection, demonstrating how circular textile chains can support scientific work in the world’s coldest regions.
The jacket’s sustainability framework extends beyond the shell. Tanboer integrates a down recycling system that recovers insulation from old garments and restores it through cleaning, grading and performance testing, reducing reliance on new animal-derived down while ensuring high thermal standards. All auxiliary components—including lining materials, zippers, buckles, and stitching threads—use renewable or recycled content, allowing the garment to be processed within a unified recovery stream. A built-in “dna” tracking system records material origins and processing routes, giving research stations, retailers and end users full traceability. This enhances supply-chain transparency and supports proper recycling at end of life. The PFAS-free c0 DWR finish reduces chemical impact while maintaining wind and water resistance. The overall system demonstrates a consistent circular approach: single-material nylon for simplified recycling, renewable down, recoverable trims and digital traceability.
Functionally, the jacket is designed for the extremes. With 900 fill power and 95% high-quality goose down, the garment carries up to 370 g of insulation and withstands temperatures from –40 °c to –45 °c. The Borealis Matrix down chamber system distributes insulation to minimize cold spots, improve durability and maintain loft during high activity. Tanboer’s 4d patterning supports a 180-degree lifting angle, enabling free movement in field research, glacier travel or technical terrain. An anti-blizzard design reinforces stability in high winds, while a helmet-compatible hood, magnetic fidlock attachment and snow skirt address field-specific needs.
Safety features include an integrated recco transceiver for avalanche rescue scenarios. Storage is structured through a multifunctional pocket system with napoleon access, internal mesh pockets, a glasses cloth and a d-ring for equipment. Renewable zipper pulls and a circular zipper loop support both usability and end-of-life recovery.
The Ultra Light Polar Recycled Down Jacket reflects Tanboer’s intention to link extreme-weather protection with environmental responsibility. By transforming ocean ghost nets into high-performance insulation shells, the design reduces marine pollution and expresses a broader commitment to ecological restoration. The profitable portion of this circular initiative supports the n.o.c. marine environmental protection scientific research institute, funding polar climate research. For retailers, the jacket presents a blend of certified recycled materials, advanced insulation engineering and clear traceability, positioned for consumers who value both technical capability and environmental purpose.
For scientific teams and expedition users, it provides a reliable, recoverable system aligned with long-term sustainability goals. The ISPO Award 2025 acknowledges the jacket’s combination of innovative recycled materials, polar-grade performance and measurable social impact.
"The jury acknowledged the Ultra Light Polar Recycled Down Jacket for its integration of ocean-sourced nylon, recycled down and a traceable circular material system. Its combination of extreme cold-weather performance, recoverable components and dna-based tracking demonstrates how technical polar gear can advance environmental responsibility without compromising protection." ISPO Award Jury
A sweat-responsive 3d structure, recycled materials and runner-made details shape the cold-weather logic behind NEDAO’s HexRise long sleeve.
Cold-weather running often becomes uncomfortable when sweat saturates a base layer and wind accelerates heat loss. The HexRise Active Running Long Sleeve addresses this issue with a material concept that adjusts the moment moisture appears. NEDAO designed the top to transform sweat from a source of discomfort into the trigger for increased thermal comfort. It begins as a flat, breathable 2d mesh and shifts into a raised 3d honeycomb structure once the fabric absorbs moisture. This lift reduces direct skin contact, helping runners avoid the cold, clingy sensation that typically follows exertion.
“We’re deeply honored. Winning this award is a strong affirmation of our global direction. It proves that our runner-centric product philosophy and our dedication to innovative technical fabrics truly resonate with runners worldwide. This recognition motivates us to keep pushing the boundaries of performance apparel,” said Tommy Tang, Founder, NEDAO. By using sweat as the adjustment mechanism rather than treating it as a problem, the HexRise aims to support consistent comfort through winter training blocks.
The HexRise is built from eco-friendly 30d+75d recycled polyester knitted on a 28-gauge jacquard machine, forming a breathable mesh that balances structure and stretch. On this base, NEDAO integrates a water-responsive component that activates the garment’s functional shift. When dry, the fabric remains smooth and lightweight; when damp, the honeycomb rises and creates ventilation channels between the lifted points. These channels allow heat and moisture to escape while reducing the skin-fabric interface, helping runners avoid rapid cooling during interval sessions, long winter miles or windy descents. Because the transformation relies on the yarn’s behavior rather than mechanical features, the system remains lightweight and consistent over repeated use. The recycled yarn selection reflects NEDAO’s broader intent to limit environmental impact without compromising the performance required by committed runners training through cold months.
The target group for the HexRise is clear: athletes who continue structured training in winter and require a layer that adapts as intensity shifts. The sweat-activated response aligns with the needs of runners navigating variable paces, where fast efforts generate moisture and recovery segments invite wind exposure. Details such as a sleeve watch window, thumbholes and reflective elements support functionality in darker morning or evening sessions. The garment’s lightweight construction allows it to serve as a standalone layer in cool conditions or beneath a shell in colder climates.
For retailers, the HexRise introduces a high-value technical piece that differentiates shelves by offering a demonstrably functional fabric behavior rather than incremental updates. For consumers, it provides an intuitive solution: a running top that reacts at precisely the moment comfort often drops.
The HexRise Active Running Long Sleeve shows how material engineering can meaningfully solve a familiar winter running challenge. By uniting recycled fibers, moisture-triggered structural change and runner-made usability details, NEDAO offers a layer built for training consistency rather than ideal weather. The ISPO Award 2025 acknowledges how the design elevates a staple category through a clear, responsive mechanism that enhances comfort without complicating construction. For runners preparing through cold, windy periods, the HexRise presents a thoughtful balance of warmth, breathability and practical design.
"The jury highlighted the HexRise for its sweat-activated 3d honeycomb structure, which minimizes cold-sweat cling and supports comfort during winter runs. Its recycled polyester mesh, responsive material behavior and runner-specific details create a functional concept that elevates cold-weather performance without adding complexity or bulk." ISPO Award Jury
Celebrating its 15-year milestone, JOOR introduces new digital tools that reshape how sport, outdoor, and fashion-focused brands connect with global retailers.
In 2025, JOOR marks 15 years as one of the key drivers of digital transformation in wholesale—particularly across sport, outdoor, and fashion. Today, the platform connects more than 14,000 brands with 675,000 buyers in over 150 countries, supporting a transaction volume that exceeds $20 billion annually.
From immersive digital showrooms to streamlined order management and integrations with systems such as NetSuite, and Microsoft Dynamics, JOOR has consistently advanced how brands and retailers collaborate. This long-term commitment to usability and connectivity has made the platform a core infrastructure for sport, outdoor, lifestyle, and fashion businesses worldwide.
To mark its anniversary year, JOOR introduces JOOR Discover, a new matchmaking tool designed to help brands and retailers build relevant business relationships more efficiently.
Users can refine their search by city, region, price point, product category, or brand affinity, enabling targeted and meaningful outreach.
According to JOOR’s data, Discover generates a nine-times higher match success rate, and 78 percent of new connections lead to follow-up orders within a year. For brands expanding into new regions—from Vienna and Paris to Seoul—Discover reduces complexity and accelerates the process of finding aligned retail partners. Retailers gain structured access to labels that fit their assortment strategy, including performance, outdoor, and sport-driven brands.
A complementary update, the Shopify Connector, enables synchronized B2B and B2C order flows for retailers who operate on Shopify
As sport and fashion continue to converge, JOOR operates naturally at the intersection of both worlds. The platform’s strongest momentum comes from active lifestyle, performance leisure, and fashion-forward sportswear—segments that blend technical performance with contemporary design. Brands such as Colmar, Fabletics, and Descente reflect this crossover and resonate strongly across JOOR’s global retail network.
Retailers increasingly seek hybrid assortments that combine functionality with visual appeal—particularly in premium multi-brand environments. JOOR enables this shift by offering structured visibility into performance-minded, style-driven collections.
The platform will also be on-site at ISPO Munich 2025, supporting sport and outdoor brands with digital tools that extend their reach beyond the physical booth. Its presence aligns with ISPO’s focus on mobility, design, and new interpretations of performance culture
Meet JOOR at ISPO Munich 2025 here: BOOTH B1 405-1
As wholesale continues to evolve digitally, JOOR refines how brands and retailers collaborate across the entire lifecycle: from presenting collections and managing orders to identifying new partners and strengthening existing relationships.
The platform emphasizes clarity, transparency, and efficient workflows—qualities increasingly essential in a competitive global marketplace.
Looking ahead, JOOR remains focused on enabling a more connected, data-informed wholesale ecosystem that supports creativity, performance, and commercial growth across sport, outdoor, and fashion.
Bosideng drew inspiration for this 3-in-1 jacket from the way birds regulate their body temperature by spreading their wings: an innovative pull system inside the jacket compresses the down chambers in the back area and allows excess heat to escape.
At the heart of this 3-in-1 modular jacket from Bosideng, a Chinese down specialist, is the patented “Dynamic” Thermal Control System. This innovative feature elegantly solves a common problem with urban functional clothing: the rapid change in environment between indoors and outdoors affects the comfort of conventional jackets.
Taking inspiration from the natural cooling mechanism of a bird's spread wings, the inner jacket features adjustable down chambers along the back. Opening the zipper of the faux breast pocket on the inside of the jacket compresses the back chambers and exposes ventilation channels that actively dissipate excess heat. When the outside temperature drops, the chambers can be closed again to provide maximum thermal insulation. Sophisticated moisture management along the spine, supported by breathable materials, maintains a consistent microclimate around the body – whether it's 0°C or 20°C outside.
The modular jacket consists of an outer shell made of PFC-free, elastic Gore-Tex ePE fabric, which was developed exclusively by Bosideng and Gore-Tex. The inner jacket features a lightweight down layer with 800+ fill power – both parts can be worn separately or combined. This allows the system to adapt flexibly to temperatures between 0 and 20 degrees Celsius. The silhouette can be adjusted using a double front zipper to allow for both slim and looser fits – perfect for transitioning from a business meeting to a walk in the park. An integrated shoulder strap system allows for comfortable carrying over one shoulder or on the back when the jacket is not needed.
The jacket has been perfected with an equally sophisticated, ergonomic 3D cut design. Areas subject to intense movement, such as the elbows, underarms and shoulders, have been designed to allow freedom of movement without adding extra bulk. Compared to conventional jackets, the 3-in-1 Dibian Down Jacket offers the ultimate in freedom of movement and comfort for all urban activities, whether you're cycling, commuting or travelling.
"For our team, redefining comfort means thinking beyond softness or warmth—it’s about how a jacket moves and responds with the body. In the 3-in-1 Dibian Down Jacket, we explored comfort through 3D ergonomics, an adjustable down chamber structure, and lightweight yet protective fabrics. Every cut, seam, and joint was tested to balance motion, insulation, and breathability for the urban outdoor lifestyle. This piece reflects Bosideng’s continuous exploration of functional innovation and our vision of what urban outdoor comfort can be." Bosideng Design Team
"These days, constructive innovations with real added value are rather the exception when it comes to jackets. However, Bosideng has succeeded in offering just that with its innovative pull system for compressing the down chambers in the back area. Congratulations!" ISPO Award Jury
Through an innovative blend of materials and collaborative development, Peak Performance is redefining the standards of circularity and functionality in down clothing.
With the R&D Helium Loop Anorak, Peak Performance takes an innovative approach to the recyclability of down clothing by designing the anorak to be easily disassembled and the materials to be recycled. The company draws on the expertise of leading innovation partners from different stages of the value chain to achieve this, demonstrating how high performance, sustainability, and the circular economy can be harmoniously combined in a single product.
The R&D Helium Loop stands for “invisible complexity.” Peak Performance understands this to mean sophisticated technology hidden behind a deceptively simple aesthetic. Building on the iconic Helium quilting pattern, everything superfluous has been removed from the design to reveal the essentials: fabric, thread, and down. Clean lines and minimal details highlight the natural properties of each component, thereby optimizing recyclability.
Based on this design approach, Peak Performance has brought together various partner companies from the global supply chain. NetPlus is the fabric used in the product. NetPlus is fishing net waste, rescued by Bureo before it pollutes the ocean, re-engineered into 100 percent PCR nylon yarn. NetPlus yarn is then woven by Pertex to create the shell and liner.
The insulation is made of 100 percent RDS-certified down with 850 fill power from down specialist ALLIED Feather + Down. ALLIED Feather + Down specializes in hyper traceability and responsible sourcing in a global supply chain and processes material with low impact detergents in recycled water to achieve industry leading down quality and cleanliness.
To separate the components from each other at the end of the product's life, Peak Performance uses the innovative SmartStitch™ yarn from Resortecs. Manufactured in Europe, the yarn consists of polymers that react to heat and melt at a precisely defined temperature without damaging other materials. This allows the components to be separated and recycled. Final assembly is carried out by Peak Performance's production partner, TP Inc., creating a traceable cycle from discarded nets back to high-quality outerwear.
By reusing materials, the anorak significantly reduces CO₂ emissions and saves valuable resources. In addition, it is PFAS-free.
