Showing posts with label Dry Trousers. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Dry Trousers. Show all posts

Tuesday, July 29, 2014

Creation of the Evolution Dry Trousers

We have been busy in our head office in Gunnislake, Cornwall focussing our expertise on bringing you a new dry-wear range for this Autumn (2014).

We have already launched the Rapid Semi-Dry Trousers , which are becoming a firm favourite with a number of Team Riders. This month you will also be able to get your mitts on the brand spanking new Evolution Dry Trousers

This is a new collection, so keep reading to find out how and why we've made this exquisite pair of trousers with new Pro Bib Pants and Charger Dry Suit hot on the heels!


evo|lu¦tion

Definition: The process by which things have developed and improved from earlier forms. 

Presenting;

Nookie Evolution Dry Trousers
The NEW
Nookie Evolution Dry Trousers
(available with
latex ankle seals or
fabric dry socks)

So, how did we develop our NEW Nookie Evolution Trousers?

We have been renowned for our popular dry trousers for many years, so we looked at the current range and their predecessors. We listed the best features most loved by our customers and listened to them about what more they wanted from their dry trousers.

We kept some classic features, such as the tall glued and blindstitched neoprene waist tube, with sharkskin mesh for anti-wicking (limiting the water drawn up in your cag), because it's easy to put on, stretchy and flexible, stays in place and offers extra insulation in colder environments.

We updated the anatomical, dynamic cut to improve fit, reduce extra fabric in the seat and allow freedom of movement when out of your boat scouting or portaging.

One of the most exciting new developments used in the Evolution Dry Trousers is the brand new EvoTX 4 4ply Fabric and EvoTX 500D Reinforced Fabric developed for us to offer the best balance between waterproofness, breathability and durability.

Both these 4ply fabrics have a durable grey membrane that prevents water penetrating them, yet allow vapours (perspiration) to escape, with the added wicking benefit of the tricot layer next to your skin. Both fabrics are coated with Durable Water Repellant (DWR). The Reinforced fabric has a denser weave Nylon face fabric to withstand more wear and tear. From experience, we know this has to cover the seat, knees, outer ankles and socks. 

The new socks are asymmetric (fit either your left or right foot) to be more comfortable. They are designed to have limited seams to last longer. Wear them with socks inside as a base layer and shoes over the top to extend their lifetime. Alternatively, you can choose the classic latex ankle seal that can be trimmed down to fit.

We wanted to reflect the rugged new tough fabric (EvoTX4) so the panel layout offers the best protection and comfortable fit, with retro-reflective trims for safety. The adjustable ankles are lined with neoprene for comfort and are finished with co-ordinating stylish red velcro and low snag adjustable tabs. 

All the taping is of dive-quality and is quality controlled through-out production runs.




EvoTX4 (upper - grey)
EvoTX 500D Reinforced (lower - black)
Low snag adjustable velcro tab
with neoprene lined ankle cuff
Dive quality taping on EvoTX4
with durable grey membrane















Designed by our in-house team (with over three decades of combined experience) and thoroughly tested by a multitude of team riders and outdoor professionals in the four corners of the World... these fantastic dry trousers are currently rolling off our busy production line in our factory in Cornwall, England.

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Designed and Made in Cornwall, England.

Monday, July 21, 2014

Worth the wait... Nookie Rapid Semi-Dry Trousers




The Rapid Semi Dry Trousers are the first pair of semi-dry trousers in the Nookie range for a number of years and they are worth the wait. Made from the same 4ply hyper breathable Bamboo fabric as the Assassin Drysuit, they're comfortable, exceptionally breathable but very tough with Enduro Mesh reinorcement on all high wear areas.

Exceptional features for a pair of comfortable semi-dry trousers

You can kneel down on rock or concrete, or slither down a slip granite boulder on your backside. The Enduro Mesh rienforcement keeps you and your trousers protected.


Enduro Mesh reinforcement



Glued & Blindstitched neoprene waist
Internal easy-on long neoprene cuffs

Adjustable Velcro outer cuff
The ankles have easy-on neoprene cuffs. These are stitched and taped to provide a semi-dry seal and barrier against flushing. The outer cuff is adjustable with a Velcro tab to get the perfect fit over your shoes. The tall neoprene waist is glued and blindstitched for a smooth, comfortable seal. It hugs you. You don't have to adjust it. It's super stretchy neoprene with a glideskin mesh neopren internal band for wicking so moisture will not be dran up into the waist.

Waterproof taped inside

The trousers are waterproof taped on internal seams to keep you comfortable.

Here's the science bit:

4ply Bamboo Herringbone waterproof and breathable fabric

4ply Bamboo Herringbone

The soft handle of the Nookie bamboo mix herringbone belies its incredible abrasion resistance. Whether wet, dry, frozen or submerged this fabric will deliver.
1. Durable, flexible, comfortable herringbone weave outer fabric with DWR (durable water repellent) coating.
2. Hydrophilic, microporous coating waterproof and exceptionally breathable.
3. Hydrophilic membrane, waterproof and breathable.
4. Nylon N18D tricot for wicking.

Waterproofness: 20,000mm/H2O
Breathability: 15,000g/m2/24hrs



The Nookie Rapid Semi Dry Trousers are perfect for whitewater, freestyling or touring. They are already becoming a firm favourite with the Nookie Team Riders.

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