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| Offshore Elite Jacket |
Henri Lloyd continues to push development of high-performance ocean foul weather gear to new levels. Long a proponent of Gore® membranes for their most extreme waterproof-breathable gear, Henri Lloyd has stayed with them to develop their new
Elite Offshore line. The line line of outerwear uses 3-layer laminate with Gore-Tex® membrane sandwiched between state of the art face fabrics and the new Slide-Glide backer. This has resulted in a fabric that is 30% lighter and 20% more breathable than what was previously considered best-in-class fabrics.
The Slide-Glide backing is an important upgrade. Besides contributing to the weight savings, it is also designed to move more freely against mid-layers. The Elite line includes base- and mid-layers designed to work as a system to reduce internal friction. Besides making it easier to suit up when it's time to get on deck this also means easier movement when you're there, and reduced fatigue.
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| Offshore Elite Hi Fit |
The Henri Lloyd Elite foul weather gear combines outerwear, mid-layer and base-layer into a complete system for all conditions. The
Offshore Elite Jacket uses Henri Lloyd's OPTIVISION hood system for excellent peripheral vision. It includes chest pockets as well as lower fast-draining cargo pockets. The
Offshore Elite Hi-Fit trousers have an articulated cut to further aid easier movement, Cordura reinforcement panels to protect against wear and a fast-draining thigh pocket. Both the Jacket and Hi-Fit are available in a version cut specifically for an
ergonomic Women's fit. Also available is an
Offshore Elite Racer Jacket which does away with the cargo pockets to further reduce weight and bulk. This also aids breathability by reducing extra fabric layers.
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| Therm Mid Layer Jacket |
Designed as a complementary mid-layer to the Elite Offshore outerwear for extreme conditions, the
Elite Therm Jacket and
Salopette can stand alone in light spray conditions. It is 100% waterproof and windproof with taped seams and also breathable. The Henri Lloyd Elite Therm mid layers are insulated with a Primaloft lining to provide warmth without weight. Used in moderate conditions or as a mid-layer under the Offshore Elite foul weather gear in extreme conditions, the Elite Therm gear works best when combined with H Therm Base Layers.
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| Therm Mid Layer Salopette |
A key part in any foul weather gear system is a good fitting base layer. The
Henri Lloyd H Therm Long Sleeve Crew Shirt and
H Therm Tights are designed to layer beneath the Offshore Elite and Elite Therm Mid-Layers. Made of high-wicking Fast-Dri fabric this base layer offers excellent moisture transport to keep you comfortable in your foul weather gear. Silver ion microbial technology helps ensure the garment stays fresh, and flatlock seam construction mitigates seam-rub further enhancing mobility. UVA and UVB protection also protect you from the sun when worn alone.
If you're looking for a complete high-performance foul weather gear system from skin to spray the
Henri Lloyd Elite Offshore collection needs to be on your shopping list. Available now from
Mauri Pro Sailing.
Alex was born in Ft. Worth and raised in Keller, TX where he
was introduced to sailing in the Boy Scouts, later becoming an instructor. He eventually
moved to Annapolis for the Naval Academy where picked up some more time on the
water and even offshore experience in the 2008 Newport to Bermuda Race. After
finishing at the Academy, Alex returned to Texas attending the University of
North Texas where he also competed on the Intercollegiate team and in the J24
Circuit with other classmates.
Once completing his degree, Alex found himself turning his
passion into his career. After hours, he became the mainsail trimmer for the
Mauri Pro Farr 39ML and a Joubert-Nivelt IOR 50 in the Tran-Superior Regatta.
Alex can be found on the weekends competing in his own Laser or on the Mauri
Pro J24 “sr. happy.”
