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What is Karbonite?
Karbonite is the family of waterproofing materials which Karbon applies to the inside surface of the fabric of our outerwear garments. Karbonite keeps you dry. Karbonite is used in 2 different forms; one as a coating, and secondly as a laminate in our 3 layer, and stretch waterproof garments. Karbonite is available with different waterproof ratings.
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Does Karbon sell snowboard jackets?
In essence all jackets Karbon sells can be worn for snowboarding. However, if you are looking for a more relaxed less structured look, choose from Karbon’s 3 layer, Quantum, or Crystal Fusion collections. These collections offer style and function that can perform with you while you are shredding up the back country or in the half pipe.
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What is K-wick?
K-wick is a family of moisture management fabrics. The K-wick family of fabrics transfers moisture away from the body creating a more comfortable environment for you to enjoy your activity. K-wick is used in t-necks, fleece, and as a lining fabric in the dewpso collection. K-wick insures your best performance by keeping you comfortable and dry.
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How does Karbon choose its fabrics?
Our design staff and research team carefully choose fabric based upon a pre-determined set of criteria including, type of yarn, durability, abrasion resistance, texture, look, feel, ability to accept dye, and market trends. This extensive process gives us the confidence to know that Karbon garments will perform for you.
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How can you have a waterproof yet breathable coating?
The theory behind waterproof –breathable fabrics is to duplicate your skin; the ultimate in waterproof-breathable membranes. The coatings on these fabrics have microscopic holes that are large enough to allow perspiration vapor to escape, but small enough so as not to allow water from the outside environment to penetrate the coating.
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How can I tell how much insulation is in a garment?
Our catalog, and product section of this website, give you the insulation rating for all our garments. Karbon utilizes DuPont Insulations exclusively. For additional information on DuPont Thermolite Active Insulation go to; http://www.dupont.com/thermolite/
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What differentiates Karbon Athletic from other Karbon products?
Karbon Athletic is a collection of products designed for aerobic activity, and all feature moisture transfer technology with a distinct athletic fit. This program utilizes our exclusive Karbonic wicking fleece with mechanical wicking properties for the ultimate in comfort and performance.
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Where can I buy Karbon?
Karbon is sold through specialty retail outlets across North America. Search our Canadian Dealer Locator or our US Dealer Locator to locate the retailer nearest you.
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In what sizes are your jackets and other garments available?
Karbon garment sizes are listed in our official size chart, which can be downloaded in Acrobat PDF format. Download the Size Chart in PDF.
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What is Karbonite?
In what sizes are your jackets and other garments available?