Kjus - Skiwear of the highest quality

THE WORLDS FINEST SPORTSWEAR - THE STORY BEHIND

Since 2000, Kjus has been making skiwear for the ultimate skier. Not necessarily ultimate in their challenge of the mountain, but ultimate in their demands for quality on and off the slopes. 'The Freedom of Movement' is a slogan that has followed Kjus since 2005, supplemented with 'Follow your passion'. That's what skiing is all about - freedom of movement and living your enthusiasm - whether it's on blue, red or black slopes, off-piste or in the park.

Since its inception in 2000, Kjus has set new standards in skiwear time and time again. The original idea was to create skiwear that is not too warm, not too cold and made from materials that meet the needs of the individual skier. The materials had to be a combination of light, soft and stretchy.

By 2005, Kjus was present in 13 different countries, and in 2005 the brand crossed the pond to the USA. When Lasse Kjus retired in March 2006, he set about building a corps of brand ambassadors led by ski stars Bode Miller and Didier Cuche. Today, Kjus is sold worldwide and has won numerous awards at sports trade fairs (Ispo Awards) and most recently the coveted Red Dot Design Award.

Over the years, Kjus has maintained and further developed the simple design, perfect details and stretchable materials of the highest quality. The collection consists of all-weather skiwear, a stylish lifestyle collection with lightweight down jackets, leisure pants, sweaters, polos and shirts, and a broad golf collection.

THE DNA BEHIND KJUS

Fit, lightweight, stretch, no sound, best technologies, material and detail oriented. It takes time to build the world's best ski jackets. A normal jacket takes about 2 hours to make, a Kjus jacket takes more than 14 hours. Between 250 and 500 parts are used, a more traditional jacket uses 100 - 150 parts. Fit is important and remember Kjus has many sizes, each size jumps by 2 cm in length and girth. Men's sizes are 46 - 58 (60), that's 7 to 8 sizes to choose from. Unlike others who use sizes. XS - XXL, here sizes often jump by 5 cm and there are 5 to 6 sizes to choose from.

The basics

Explaining the construction of a ski jacket is almost like building a house.
Starting on the roof, the outer material of the jacket, we want water and dirt to run off the fabric as quickly and easily as possible. This is done using a coating that is sprayed on the outside. This spray creates a tension in the surface so that water and dirt run off. The surface should be stretchable so we can move freely in the jacket. Several manufacturers only use a coating and do not use a membrane. The jacket is then water-repellent with the help of this coating, but a coating can be worn and washed off, which is something to be aware of.
Behind the roof there should be a membrane (under the roof) that ensures 100% waterproofness and at the same time ensures that steam from the inside can escape, this provides the optimal indoor climate. In a ski jacket, we are talking about a rubber membrane that acts like human skin, stretchable and durable. This means that large droplets from the outside cannot penetrate, but small vapor droplets can penetrate from the inside out. Kjus jackets also have a higher breathability (vapor can escape) due to extra ventilation on the shoulders, heat will typically move upwards.

Waterproofness and breathability are measured in mm per m2 of fabric and grams per m2 over 24 hours, respectively. This means that a jacket with a 20000mm/20000g/m2/24h membrane can keep out a 20 meter water column before it collapses, but can also transport 20 liters of water in the form of steam out of the jacket in 24 hours. The membrane and surface fabric are taped so that it is 100% waterproof.
In order to keep warm, insulation is needed. On a house, this is typically glass wool insulation. In a ski jacket, we want a highly breathable insulation (so the vapor can move on) and preferably a very stretchy insulation for the best mobility and comfort. Typically, you want to work with fiber insulation that is not too heavy and dries quickly when washed. Down or a combination of down and fiber is also an option. Kjus jackets make use of a handful of different insulations. Price and insulation quality go hand in hand, and on the jackets with the finest insulation you will find down insulation from geese.

The layer closest to the body should be a durable waistband that is also able to wick moisture and warmth and withstand everyday use. The same goes for ski pants.
Should you choose a shell jacket or a lined jacket? It's definitely up to you, but the following may help you decide.

When we ski all day up and down the slopes we are exposed to heat and cold, maybe even snow... On the way down the slopes we might start sweating as our body is in motion. When we're on the lift and the cold and wind hit our body, we might start to freeze. With a lined ski jacket, you don't have to worry about getting dressed and undressed. The jacket will keep you warm and in the right climate if the membrane and insulation are right. On the other hand, if you're extremely active and climbing up the mountain to freeride down, a shell jacket with a membrane and a light insulating jacket underneath might be a good solution. During the climb, you can keep the shell jacket in your backpack and put it on for the descent. Another great advantage of a shell jacket is the ability to choose your own body heat, meaning you can layer up to get warmer or layer down to get cooler. Shell jackets also often have different ventilation options than a lined jacket, with the ability to open up the jacket 100% in several places.

Kjus Ski Jackets

For a membrane to work optimally, it's important that what's underneath (ski underwear and midlayer) is also sweat-wicking. It's not smart to wear a cotton sweater that absorbs all the moisture, as you'll get too cold on your body.

Kjus ski pants

Midlayers

Feel Half-Zip

The perfect combination of versatile and sporty design. It's an elegant midlayer that can be used as a lightweight midlayer or a really warm ski undershirt. Technically it can do everything you need, quick drying, warm, stretchy and keeps bacteria away for as long as possible.

Formula Midlayer Jacket

A midlayer that focuses 100% on performance. The Formula Midlayer Jacket is for the skier who wants the best. It's made from a soft, warm material that's packed with technical features and is stretchable. Made with Kjus Fast Thermo Core, Quick-Drying and a finish that keeps bacteria away for as long as possible.

Technical details

Dermizax NX 20/30 = 20,000 water column and 30,000 breathability.

Dermizax EV 20/20 = 20,000 water column and 20,000 breathability.

Vapor Temp = Innovative thermo regulating treatment of waistband and fabric, this treatment stores and distributes heat, eliminating overheating and cold spots.

Graphene = Small hexagons that are durable and thermally conductive. Distributes heat in the waistband and is breathable.

Toray 3DeFX = This fiber is very durable, five times stronger than other fibers, ensuring insulation for many years to come. This fiber is used in ski clothing that uses NX Membrane.

Kjus Fast Thermo Core = Fast is a Japanese-produced fiber with very high heat reflection and stretch.

Premium Down = Delicious down from European geese, cleaned and washed at Kaufmann in Austria. Your guarantee for the best quality down and feathers and your guarantee for animal welfare. Lightweight and extreme insulation.

Kjus Fast Dry = Polyester/spandex that wicks moisture extremely quickly.

Details we understand

Bonds and welds are waterproof without sacrificing stretch.

AC Vent is the perfect temperature regulation, even in hot weather. The natural cooling of the arms (we know when it's hot, we roll up our sleeves). The AC system circulates the air around the jacket and cools you down without freezing. Opens when skiing and closes when you're on the lift.

Detachable hood with 3-point adjustment and Velcro, easy to adjust and the hood can be attached to the jacket to prevent snow from getting into the hood.

Snow flap with buttons where the jacket and ski pants can be put together.

Detachable neck warmer. Soft and insulating, can be found in the hood of most lined models.

Credit card holder, detachable credit card wallet for all lined men's jackets. Women's ski jackets are equipped with a slightly larger wallet with space for cards and coins.

Pocket for lift pass

2-layer cloth to clean ski goggle lenses.

Cozy cuffs at sleeves for extra warmth to keep out the cold and wind.

How do I wash my jacket

Check all units inside for washing instructions.

General information about washing:

Ski jackets and ski pants without down:

Machine wash on gentle cycle. Kjus jackets/pants have some details and tape on the outside. Too much mechanical stress can damage these details.

The temperature should not exceed 30 degrees, this should be enough to clean the unit. At higher temperatures, details and tape can be destroyed. If the device is very dirty, stain remover is recommended. Read the washing instructions on the device.

Technical detergent or normal washing powder from the supermarket is sufficient to clean the device. For technical detergents, Nikwax Tech Wash is recommended. Please note that the detergent does not contain optical brighteners. This can bleach the color.

Do not use fabric softener and/or silicone, it can get stuck in the pores of the membrane and hinder breathability and cause stains.

Remember to check the washing instructions in the device if you want to use the dryer. If the dryer logo is crossed out, do not put the device in the dryer. We recommend hanging the jacket on a hanger and drying hanging and the pants lying on a towel.

If the device must not be tumble dried, we recommend using an iron without steam to reactivate the water repellency of the device. But be extremely mindful of what the device can handle in terms of heat. The best method is to place a towel between the device and iron and heat the device through the towel. This way the heat is not applied directly to the fabric and protects the design applications and tape.

If you feel that the device no longer has the same water repellency as when you bought it, we recommend spraying the jacket with a waterproofing agent that is sprayed on the outside of the fabric. A product such as Nikwax TX.Direct Spray is recommended. Do not use a liquid detergent to re-impregnate the jacket as it can also affect the inside of the jacket and thereby the breathability of the jacket.

Down jackets:

The following must be used:

Washing machine with minimum 6 kg washing capacity.

Down detergent.

At least 4 white clean tennis balls.

Tumble dryer, preferably with a special down program.

Close all zippers, Velcro straps and other parts that can be closed. Wash according to the washing instructions in the jacket with the tennis balls.

Lay the freshly washed jacket flat on a clean towel, place another towel on top, now press lightly to absorb excess moisture.

Place the jacket in the dryer with tennis balls, remember to check the washing instructions to ensure the correct temperature and dryer setting. Repeat the process according to the washing instructions until the jacket is dry.

Important!

A traditional detergent or fabric softener can destroy the down's insulating ability and fullness, as well as block the breathability of the jacket.

Do not dry the jacket hanging or over a clothesline as the down can clump together at the bottom of the jacket. The best way to restore the fullness of the down is to tumble dry the jacket, if the jacket's insulation consists of partially synthetic insulation, the jacket can in some cases withstand hang drying, if in doubt please contact us.

Wash the down jacket separately, the jacket must be placed in the washing machine so that the down is in constant movement during washing.

Use tennis balls to break up down clumps during washing and drying. This restores the fullness and insulating properties of the down.