1 2 T Whether for pleasure or endurance, outdoor pursuits now take us to a greater diversity of environments, where demands on the right type of clothing has never been so great. During any activity we start to perspire. The body says it wants to cool down but the elements dictate otherwise. No single item of clothing can maintain a safe body temperature over a wide range of conditions. We want performance clothing that is light, comfortable and above all effective in perspiration management. In extreme conditions that we re encountering more and more, it can mean the difference between life and death. In everyday use an integrated layered clothing system brings a sense of well being with the elements, keeping your body feeling dry and warm in colder weather, cool and dry as temperatures rise. We have produced a collection of Factor 1, Factor 2 and Cool T garments that are totally effective in management of perspiration. Totally Sub Zero Effective Superior Technology
COOL Base Layer Cool T maintains a supercool and dry micro climate next to the skin by the totally effective removal of perspiration in Cool to Very Hot temperatures. FACTOR Base Layer Factor 1 is designed to maintain a warm and dry micro- climate next to the skin by the totally effective removal of perspiration while retaining body heat in Cool to Cold conditions. FACTOR Mid/Base Layer Factor 2 is designed to provide superior warmth and insulation by the totally effective removal of perspiration in Cold to Extreme temperatures. T 1 2 Sub Zero Chill Out Factors So what do we at Sub Zero know? We know the technology employed in the performance of all our Factor 1, Factor 2 and Cool T garments works. With most of today s performance clothing manufactured from man made fabrics, despite claims to the contrary, not all garments perform as they claim. That is why unlike most, we have developed and created all our own fabrics for Factor 1, Factor 2 and Cool T ranges using technologically superior polyamide fibres. By choice Sub Zero clothing has been worn and proven on numerous high profile expeditions, work programmes and sponsored sporting adventures and races. A system of total graded warmth made into easycare performance wear, designed to cope with all extremes of climate anywhere in the world yet as equally effective at home. A breathable system, technically superior at controlling your bodies perspiration from the harmful effects of both sweat and wind chill.
SUB ZERO FACTOR 1 1 Yes the effect is the same! Designed to be worn as a base layer acting as a lightweight thermal in cooler condtions, Factor 1 is made from our soft, rib fabric knitted from polyamide fibres. Superior and lighter than like for like polyester based fabrics used in other so called performance clothing and as such, much more effective. Like a second skin the main objective of Factor 1 is keeping you warm and dry, free from the potential harmful effects of sweat-chill, by wicking (transporting) perspiration away from your body to the outer surface of the garment. There the perspiration flashes across the surface to either evaporate or to be picked-up by the mid layer. Such is the efficency of Factor 1 perspiration management it will also help keep you cool in warmer weather by draining off excess body heat Totally effective in action, plus UV protection, makes Sub Zero Factor 1 the ideal base layer for multi sporting activites and essential all year wear for outdoor pursuits and adventure. BASE LAYER Super Warm Superior Wicking Totally Effective For some considerable time, Sub Zero have been the official suppliers to both Cambridge and Oxford University Rowing Clubs. Each year our Factor 1 garments are put through their paces during the worlds most famous boating event - The University Boat Race. Throughout the training year Sub Zero garments are worn by both University squads, whether it is the Cool T range during summer, Factor 1 through cooler seasons or Factor 2 during the winter months. Both sets of crews know that the graded performance of each peice of their Sub Zero Kit will not let them down, even if the weather does try its hardest to interrupt the gruelling daily training regime.
Each fibre is impregnated with a durable hydrophilic moisture loving finish which quickly wicks (transports) perspiration away from the body. It also provides a UV protection of 35+ (BS 7914:1998). Perspiration is wicked away to the outer surface of the Factor 1 garment where it disperses to evaporate, or to be picked-up by a Factor 2 mid layer or outer shell, leaving the skin feeling dry. SHORT SLEEVE F1SS Average Weight 140g LONG SLEEVE F1LS Average Weight 160g 1 In comparison tests for TOG value (BS 4745/ISO 5085-1) all our Factor 1 garments acheived a TOG rating of 0.42 making them one of the warmest base layers by far of the popular makes available. Factor 1 lightweight ribbed polyamide fabric weighing 175g/m 2 (20% lighter than like for like polyester fabrics). Hard wearing yet soft to the touch. The thermal properties of Factor 1 fabric regulates body temperature for comfort so you won t overheat during prolonged activity. TURTLE NECK F1TN Average Weight 160g ZIP TURTLE F1ZT Average Weight 175g TOPS Set-in sleeves maximises insulation and wicking. Flat stretch seams and seamless body for extra comfort. Generous body length avoids lower back exposure. BOTTOMS Generous high back to avoid lower back exposure. Built-in stretch (100% along width, 80% along length) allows for a very close fit for most body shapes. Easycare, quick drying and naturally anti-bacterial properties makes all Factor 1 garments the deal choice for everyday and extended use. Uni-sex sizing. See our Mail Order form for details and colours available. LONG JOHN F1LJ Average Weight 130g BLOO JOHN F1BJ No Fly. Average Weight 130g
SUB ZERO FACTOR 2 2 Factor 2 is a unique thermal mid-layer. Specially developed, we have manufactured our double sided Factor 2 fabric with a harder wearing outer surface and a super soft brushed fleece-like inner using superior polyamide fibres. Factor 2 garments can be worn on their own, or on top of a Factor 1 base layer in colder conditions. The two main functions of all Factor 2 garments is to transport perspiration away from your skin, or the surface of Factor 1, to its outer surface to disperse. At the same time the inner brushed fleece surface traps warm air to insulate the body keeping it at a dry, cosy, comfortable even temperature. So effective is the performance of Factor 2, along with its high wind resistance, that it has proven itself superior to mainstream polyester fleeces time and time again in the severest conditions. MID LAYER Superb Comfort Superior Warmth Totally Effective The BT Global Challenge is viewed by many as the world s toughest yacht race. A fleet of 14 identical 67ft steel yachts with male and female crew members left Southampton on the 29th September 1996 to take on the 30,000 mile voyage We chose Sub Zero Factor 1 and 2 range of graded thermal clothing based on it s proven performance in low temperatures. We also knew that it s excellent wicking properties would help keep our skin dry and maintain normal body temperatures preventing dangerous sweat chill. Merfyn Owen Skipper of Global Teamwork
Each fibre is impregnated with a durable hydrophilic moisture loving finish which quickly wicks (transports) perspiration away from the body to the outer surface of Factor 2 where it disperses to evaporate, or to be picked-up by an outer shell garment, leaving the skin feeling dryer. LONG SLEEVE F2LS Average Weight 270g ZIP TURTLE F2ZT Average Weight 295g The thermal properties of Factor 2 fabric regulates body temperature for comfort so you won t overheat during prolonged activity. Factor 2 double sided polyamide fabric weighing 215g/m 2 (20% lighter than like for like polyester fabrics). Harder wearing outer surface and a super soft brushed fleece inner surface. 2 In comparison tests for TOG value (BS 4745/ISO 5085-1) all our Factor 2 garments acheived a TOG rating of 0.72 making them one of the warmest mid layers by far of the popular makes available. The breathable super soft, brushed fleece inner surface traps warm insulating air providing superior heat retention while being highly wind resistant. LONG JOHN F2LJ Average Weight 255g BLOO JOHN F2BJ No Fly. Average Weight 250g TOPS Set-in sleeves maximises insulation and wicking. Flat stretch seams and seamless body for extra comfort. Generous body length avoids lower back exposure. BOTTOMS Flat stretch seams for extra comfort. Generous high back avoids lower back exposure. Built-in stretch (80% along width, 30% along length) allows for a comfortable fit for most body shapes. Easycare, quick drying and naturally anti-bacterial properties makes all Factor 2 garments the ideal choice for everyday and extended use. Uni-sex sizing. See our Mail Order form for details and colours available. ONE PIECE SUIT F2OPS Average Weight 420g
Here listed are a few but diverse end users of Sub Zero Performance Garments The British Olympic Rowing Team The Red Arrows RAF Display Team James Bond and the Stunt Crew of Tomorrow Never Dies Cambridge and Oxford University Rowing Teams The crew of Global Challenge, BT Global Challenge Yacht Race The 1997 South Pole Challenge The Low s Gully 1998 Expedition Renate Bauer, German Womens Triathalon Champion Sandra Chaplain, National and International Drag Racer David and Nadia Rice, British Transatlantic Rowing Record Holders Royal Marines (Poole), 1998 Western Isles Challenge Dan Parry, UK s Youngest Mount Everest Challenger Lloyd Scott, 1998 Death Valley Marathon Chakula Expedition 1999 Shackleton s Steps Expedition 2000 Cho Oyu Himalaya Expedition 2001 Goss Atlantic Row, Team Philips 2001 Israel National Football Team Totally Effective Technically Superior
SUB ZERO COOL T T The ultimate in cool! As the temperature begins to soar you will long for a sensation like this. Manufactured from another of our specially developed bi-component (two layer) fabrics, we have designed Cool T for all high activity aerobic sporting pursuits. Because of the very low heat retention of Cool T fabric along with high factor UV protection, it brings maximum sensorial and physiological comfort so that you ll be able to keep your cool in the most heated encounters indoors or out. The inner layer of Cool T fabric transfers perspiration rapidly away from the body to the more absorbent fine filament outer layer. Here moisture will flash (spread) across the surface of the garment which speeds up evaporation. The whole effect leaves your skin feeling much dryer and much cooler. In fact so efficient is the process it has proven to help sustain endurance in extreme heat. Now how cool can you get? BASE LAYER Super Light Superbly Cool Totally Effective Run in the middle of July during the hottest month of the year, just to ensure conditions are at their most unbearable, The Death Valley Extreme Ultra Marathon covers a 135 mile course starting at 300 ft below sea level and finishing at over 8,000 ft on Mount Whitney. With temperatures exceeding 130 degrees farenheit these Sub Zero Cool T Shirts came into their own. The garments were absolutely magnificent and it would not be an exageration to say that I would not have been able to complete this awesome event wearing anything else but Cool T Lloyd Scott Extreme Sports Competitor
Cool T fabric is designed to wick perspiration and body heat quickly away from the skin to a fine filament outer layer where perspiration flashes across the surface for rapid evaporation, or to be picked-up by a mid layer. In minimum heat retention comparison tests for TOG value (BS 4745/ISO 5085-1) all Cool T garments acheived a TOG rating of just 0.22, making them by far the coolest base layers available for high aerobic activity. In comparison tests for wicking away perspiration using the vertical wicking test (BS 3424) all our Cool T garments completely outperformed the opposition. Each fibre is impregnated with a durable hydrophilic moisture loving finish which quickly wicks (transports) perspiration away from the body. It also provides a UV protection of 107+ (BS 7914:1998). T Cool T is a specially constructed super lightweight bi-component polyamide fabric. Durable yet soft to the touch it has superior wicking proerties with minimum heat retention. SHORT SLEEVE CTSS Average Weight 130g LONG SLEEVE CTLS Average Weight 140g TOPS Set-in sleeves maximises wicking. Generous body length avoids lower back exposure. Built-in stretch (100% along width, 70% along length) allows for a loose fit for most body shapes. Easycare, quick drying and naturally anti-bacterial properties makes all Cool T garments the ideal choice for everyday and extended use. Uni-sex sizing. See our Mail Order form for details and colours available. ONE PEICE SUIT CTOPS Average Weight 200g
X Complementing the performance of our breathable Factor 1 and Factor 2 garments is our collection of Sub Zero Xtras. Tailored to protect the head, neck, hands and feet against wind chill and heat loss even in the harshest of conditions. BALACLAVA F2B Factor 2 Fabric BALACLAVA PLUS F1BP Factor 1 Fabric SOCKETTE F2SK Factor 2 Fabric NECKWAMER Meraklon Fabric MKHO HEADBAND F2HB Factor 2 Fabric NECKWARMER PLUS F2HO Factor 2 Fabric SKI HAT F3SH Factor 3 Fabric INNER GLOVES MKG Meraklon Fabric
Which ever Sub Zero garment you buy first, you are not only investing in an item of proven high performance outdoor clothing but you are also acquiring the foundation of a complete warmth graded system. This allows you to create exactly the degree of comfort or protection for any activity in the given conditions prevailing at the time, whether you re taking a walk along local footpaths or off on an adventure to one of the more remote corners of the world. Totally Effective Anywhere