AYAQ’s recycled technical fabrics are central to the performance and durability of our collection. They are not chosen merely to meet ecological criteria but for their strength, stability, and ability to withstand intensive mountain use. Sourced from European suppliers (Italy, France, Germany, Portugal), they ensure consistent quality across RIMO (men’s / women’s) and NUNATAK (men’s / women’s) trousers, KOKANEE (men’s / women’s) fleece jackets, RAVEN (men’s / women’s) softshells, and the outer fabrics paired with Sympatex membranes in AYAQ hardshells.
1. Why use recycled technical fabrics in outdoor gear?
Modern recycled fibers have reached a technical level that allows them to compete with—and often outperform—virgin fibers:
- Excellent abrasion resistance: essential for rocky terrain, backpack straps, ski edges,
- Mechanical stability: the fabric retains elasticity and shape over seasons,
- Durable flexibility: supports movement without restriction during long ascents,
- Quick drying: crucial to prevent cooling during intermittent effort.
This combination enables AYAQ to create apparel that lasts for years without losing performance.
2. Recycled, but never compromising technical standards
AYAQ’s fabrics come exclusively from European weavers specializing in recycled technical textiles. These materials are used in:
- RIMO (men’s / women’s): softshell pants designed for four-season hiking and ski touring, where comfort and durability must coexist,
- NUNATAK (men’s / women’s): uninsulated hardshell pants requiring a highly durable structure to support the Sympatex membrane,
- KOKANEE (men’s / women’s): active fleece with a surface designed to remain stable despite repeated abrasion,
- RAVEN (men’s / women’s): softshell with a windproof membrane on the front and ultra-breathable recycled fabric on the back.
Each fabric is tested to endure repeated stress and maintain its properties over time.
3. Dynamic comfort: a core AYAQ principle
Recycled technical fabrics must follow movement without restricting it. This is essential for:
- long ski touring ascents,
- mixed terrain climbing moves,
- fast-paced hiking on challenging routes,
- intense efforts in trail running or summer alpinism.
These fabrics provide lasting elasticity, fit retention, and moisture management superior to many previous-generation virgin fibers.
4. Full alignment with 100% European manufacturing
Producing in Europe allows AYAQ to guarantee:
- complete traceability from yarn to finished garment,
- strict quality control and environmental standards,
- reduced transport impact,
- technical consistency with other European materials used, including the Sympatex membrane.
Recycled fabrics are therefore not a compromise but a technical and responsible choice.
5. A cornerstone of the AYAQ wardrobe
In a collection designed to last and support diverse activities, recycled technical fabrics offer:
- superior durability against harsh conditions,
- mechanical stability extending product lifespan,
- reduced use of virgin resources,
- consistent performance outing after outing.
At AYAQ, technical excellence and sustainability go hand in hand: recycled technical fabrics are one of the clearest proofs. They contribute to an outdoor wardrobe that protects, endures, and performs year-round.
