GOREWEAR Hike & Camp

Frequently Asked Questions

• How should I size GOREWEAR hike-camp garments for layering and mobility?

  Size based on your typical layering system and activity intensity: choose a slimmer fit for high-aerobic pursuits like trail running and add one size if you plan to wear thick insulation underneath for cold, static use. Look for body-mapped cuts (e.g., CONCURVE or SPINSHIFT) and articulated patterns that provide freedom of movement without excess fabric that can flap or snag.
• What care steps keep GOREWEAR GORE-TEX fabrics performing?

  Wash technical shells with a dedicated technical wash at 40°C to remove oils and salts, avoid fabric softeners, and tumble-dry low or use heat briefly to help reactivate the DWR treatment; reapply a PFC-free DWR when water stops beading. Proper care preserves membrane breathability and seam tape performance and extends the garment’s usable life.
• How does GOREWEAR’s ePE membrane manage waterproofing and breathability?

  GOREWEAR’s ePE membrane is a PFAS-free laminate with roughly 9 billion pores per square inch—about 20,000× smaller than water droplets and ~700× larger than vapor molecules—so it blocks liquid water while allowing vapor to exit. The result, validated by lab tests like the Sweating Hot Plate, is a waterproof barrier that still lets perspiration escape during aerobic hikes.