When choosing outdoor clothing we are all motivated by different factors. Functionality and performance are probably universal considerations, but what other design elements influence your buying decisions?

Over our many years of trading at BCH Camping, we’ve probably heard all possible reasons for choosing one product over another. It may simply be that you want to achieve ‘the look’, you need something versatile to accommodate different environments, the garment must be waterproof or it needs to be lightweight for a hiking holiday.

Increasingly, it is sustainability that influences the buying decisions of our customers, and for good reason:

·         Globally, 92 million tons of discarded garments end up in landfill

·         Textile production is accountable for an estimated 93 billion cubic metres of water consumption and 10% of global carbon emissions

Leading brands in outdoor clothing have been proactively developing clothing technologies and designs to make their products sustainable, knowing that this is now a major concern that influences buying behaviours. Perhaps prioritising sustainability is even more prevalent in the outdoor clothing market where shoppers have a vested interest in looking after the environment they love to spend time in.

One of the leading brands in sustainable outdoor clothing is Jack Wolfskin. The Jack Wolfskin women’s Sumetro half zip fleece is a prime example of the brand’s commitment to sustainability without compromising style, comfort and quality.

Let’s take a closer look.

The Jack Wolfskin women’s Sumetro half zip fleece

The Jack Wolfskin women’s Sumetro half zip fleece is made entirely from a revolutionary Polartec Eco-Engineering fabric that is made from recycled polyester. Polartec is an American company that is committed to 100% recycled materials and biodegradability across its entire product line. The company was responsible for the creation of the world’s first fully recycled and biodegradable fleece.

Thanks to the success of the original biodegradable fleece, the Sumetro is one of many subsequent fully recycled and biodegradable clothing products that will decay into natural materials and blend into the soil, rather than contributing to pollution that is harmful to wildlife and ecosystems.

As well as its sustainability credentials, the Jack Wolfskin Sumetro fleece offers versatility by being comfortable to wear as either a classic midlayer or as an outer.

The Jack Wolfskin Sumetro half zip fleece for women is a high quality product with a very practical design:

·         Two side pockets

·         Adjustable hem

·         One front pocket

·         Half-zip

·         Relaxed fit

·         Weight: 357g

Available in the fresh Soft Jade colourway at BCH Camping, the Sumetro fleece is sold in five different sizes.

The Sumetro half zip fleece is also available for men at BCH Camping in Deep Navy.

If your buying decisions are influenced by sustainability, high performance products and ethical manufacturing, the Sumetro half zip fleece from Jack Wolfskin is for you.

Choose BCH Camping for your sustainable clothing

At BCH Camping we advocate sustainable manufacturing processes and products. Browse our extensive range of outdoor footwear and clothing to find products that align with your own sustainability values.

Alternatively, visit our stores or contact us to find out which of our products are most suitable for you.

Remember the adventure starts at BCH Camping!