Nike Develops Hyperwarm Flex Baselayer for Cold Climates
PATRICK SILVA SZATKOWSKI
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Posted Apr 4, 2024
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Problem
Nike, a leading sportswear brand, wanted to develop a baselayer that would
protect and provide comfort to athletes training and competing in cold
climates. The challenge was to create a baselayer that combined aesthetics and
performance while providing superior articulation and unrestricted freedom of
movement.
The manufacturer needed to push the limits of materials and manufacturing
to create their best cold weather baselayer. They also had to identify zones
where warmth was critical and use different knit density for optimal warmth
while guarding against overheating or the chilling effect of sweat left
unmanaged.
Solution
Nike developed the Nike Hyperwarm Flex baselayer, which is the warmest and
most flexible Nike baselayer for athletes training and competing in cold
climates. The Hyperwarm Flex pant and top feature breathable mesh and seamless
knit engineering, which achieved a purposeful combination of aesthetics and
performance.
The manufacturer used distinct knitted panels in areas requiring
flexibility such as shoulders, elbows, and knees to provide superior
articulation and unrestricted freedom of movement. They also identified zones
where warmth was critical using thermal mapping technology, requiring different
knit density for optimal warmth. To guard against overheating or the chilling
effect of sweat left unmanaged, special Dri-FIT Max fabric is positioned at key
areas on the inside of the Hyperwarm Flex top and pant to wick moisture away.
Impact
Improved athletes' protection and comfort in
challenging climates
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