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Go Outdoors - Outdoors glossary Category: Hobbies and Crafts > Camping and outdoor activities Date & country: 24/05/2018, UK Words: 341

Adjustablebacksystem
Used on larger backpacks, allowing you to customise the distance between the shoulder straps and hip belt.

Aegis
An odourless polymer used on the face fabric of a garment to destroy bacteria at a cellular level.

AF
A woven synthetic with a DWR finish.

Agion
An antimicrobial coating made from Silver Ion inserts which break down the cellular walls of bacteria.

AnkleZips
Zips that reach from the base of legwear items to the ankle, allowing legwear to put on or removed with shoes or boots on.

AntiMicrobialTreatments
Sprayed onto the face fabric of a garment to prevent bacteria from forming.

Anatomical
A design that intends to correct a bodily issue, typically seen in footwear or insoles, such as anatomically designed items that can help correct a pronating gait.

Aquafoil
Created by Berghaus. A hydrophilic waterproof fabric that utilises a DWR Durable Water Repellent outer treatment on the face fabric.

AQ
A fabric created by Berghaus in 2 levels, AQ2 and AQ2.5.

AQ2
Used by Berghaus. A lightweight, breathable waterproof fabric made with a bicomponent polyurethane coating and a DWR finish.

AQ2.5
Berghaus' waterproof and breathable textile. Created with a polyurethane dry touch coating with micro beads to repel water.

Articulatedareas
Pre-shaped areas fo clothing that allow full freedom of movement, without losing coverage.

ATL
Advanced Technology Layer. This is a form of DWR with an increased level

Athleticcut
A shorter cut jacket that fits above the hips to allow flexibility and freedom of motion during active wear.

AutoLockBelayDevices
Automatic belays used in climbing. Able to clamp down on a climbing rope when force is applied such as a fall.

BacteriaStat
Marmot's own antimicrobial treatment that is used to remove bacteria as well as odours.

Bamboo
A natural plant which can be used in fabric fibres of outdoor wear. Used to provide softness, increased absorbency as well as antimicrobial functions.

Baselayer
A next-to-skin synthetic layer that is breathable and able to move sweat away from the skin for evaporation.

BeardGuard
A term used by Montane to describe high collar garments that protect the lips and upper neck/chin area.

Bellowssidepockets
Collapsible pockets used in bags as an alternative to fixed side pockets to give extra storage when deployed but with an option to be packed away.

BentGate
A Karabiner with a concave shape. connects the rope to a quickdraw.

BerberPile
An insulating fabric typically used in a jacket or midlayer.

Bivvy
A very small tent designed for one person only, used purely for sleeping in in emergency situations. Single skinned, made with Nylon and GORE-Tex or a similar mebrane and DWR coating, Bivvis are resistant to water and snow, but are still at risk of dampness caused by condensation forming on the inner layer.

Bioflex
Berghaus’s own range of back systems used in rucksacks with increase breathability.

Bite
A term used in ice climbing equipment. Refers to the securing teeth of an ice screw and their strength and grip on ice.

Bib
The area that covers the lower chest in a pair of salopettes. Designed to be breathable, removable straps attach to the front of the bib to aid quick removal.

Blend
A method of using two or more different fabrics or yarns woven together to create a different texture or attribute.

Bobbles
Raised areas on the plam of gloves that provide grip, can also refer to pilling within fleeces and the subsequent appearance.

BoxWall
A type of sleeping bag where every compartment is like a box, with all walls perpendicular to each other.

Boulderingbuckets
Large, rucksack sized chalk bags that used in climbing groups for communal chalk sharing

Breathable/Breathability
A fabric’s ability to allow sweat and internal moisture to be released to the outer layers for evaporation.

Brushedinner
A liner that has been created with a brushed or peached fabric to enhance it's softness next to the skin.

Braces
Used in salopettes for ski wear, braces attach trousers via 2 elasticated straps which in turn hook over the shoulders. These allow your legwear to fit closely all day without excess movement.

BSEN1078:1997
A British safety regulation for the safety of a cycling helmet.

BSEN1384:1997
A British safety regulation for the safety of a horse riding helmet.

Buff
A multipurpose head band/ Neck gaiter designed from a seam free stretch fabric.

Burntime
Used in torches and lanterns. Refers to the length of time that the item will produce light, using it's standard power supply.

Buckles
Used on rucksacks and luggage. Climbing bags have less buckles to avoid snagging on rocks.

CarbonBamboo
Regattas use of bamboo, a natural plant which can be used in fabric

Cam
A spring loaded device used to hold ropes in climbing.

Cambrelle
Created by Camtex. A lining made from bicomponent fibres and air pockets

Canvas
A way of weaving cotton in a plain stitch fashion to create an

Cadence
A cycling term referring to how fast pedal rotations are, measured by the crank of the bicycle. Can be measured using a personal computer.

Calfskin
A leather created from young cows, designed to be extremely soft and plush to touch.

Cellwall
Found in bacteria, broken down by anti microbial treatments such as Silver an silver ion technologies.

CFM(CubicFeetperSquareMetre)
Used to measure levels of windproofing in an item.

ChinGuard
Found in jackets and fleeces, a chin guard offers comfort next to the

Chalk
A phosphate used by climbers to aid grip on rockfaces.

Cinchcords
Found in rucksacks and daysacks, these allow you to decrease and increase a back pack’s size.

ClimaWIND/ClimaPRO
Made by Solomon, these are waterproof and breathable fabrics. Clima Wind also resists wind.

ClosedCellFoam
A dense way of insulating a garment. Closed cell foam structures are

Cordovan
A leather derived from a horses skin. This is a tougher fabric than

Cordura
A brand name for the method of using Nylon for outdoor wear in a variety of blends, created by DuPont.

CoreVents
A way of venting without taking a layer off. Self adjustable.

Coolmax
Made from four channel polyester fibres with irregular shapes and a wide surface area. Extremely high wicking and fast drying.

Coolweave
100% cotton, used by Regatta for casual wear.

Continuousfabricconstruction
Indicates the item, usually shoes or sandals, are formed in one piece for extra durability.

ContouredFootbed
A curved liner used in footwear that cushions the heel, arch and toes along the body of the shoe, providing overall shock absorption. Also provides anatomical suppport to correct an over or under pronating gait.

Compressionstraps
Used in rucksacks to allow reduced pack volume

Conduit
Created by Mountain Hardwear. A breathable, waterproof membrane created

Contagrip
Used as a sole material in shoes for grip and durability.

Coating
A synthetic film or a membrane which is applied to the face fabric in

Coldcracktested
Refers to tent windows which have been tested in their resistance to extreme weather conditions.

ComfortControl
A quick wicking and breathable fabric from Regatta used for comfort in next to the skin layers such as baselayers and t-shirts.

Crag
A climbing area with boulders and multiple rock faces.

CramponCompatible
A boot that can attach a crampon to its outer for use in climbing or ice walking.

Cramponpouch
A toughened flap or pouch on the front of a rucksack to allow crampons to be secured without damaging your rucksack.

CrankKnobs
Used in climbing so an ice screw can be turned 360 degrees for increased grip.

CuffGrabs
Rubber areas on a jacket or coat that allow you to pin back the cuffs to

DayPacks
Small bags used when a lighter weight and storing capacity is required as opposed to a larger rucksack. Ideal for day trips, running and cycling use. Typically under 30 litres in capacity.

DEET
Diethyl Toulamide. A powerful insect repellent.

Denier
A method of measuring the density of a fibre, usually seen in Nylon. The higher the density, the thicker the fabric.

DiamondCrotch
A method of stitching a crotch in order to enhance motion and flexibility. Typically seen on ski wear as well as shorts and trousers designed for climbing.

Down
The fluffy under feathers of ducks and geese.

DomeTents
Tents constructed with 2 or 3 poles, linked to create a dome shape., Highly durable against wind, dome tents are ideal for bad weather conditions and quick pitching.

Doublestitched
The garment has been stitched more than once to provide durability.

Drawcord
Used in a variety of garments to allow adjustment.

DriLite
Created by Mountain Equipment. Has a hydrostatic head of 7000mm for total waterproofing coverage. Made with Nylon and natural fibres.

DripSkirt
A design seen in jackets to provide a longer length at the back for rain protection.

DroppedSeat
A lower fitting Crotch on shorts or trousers for flexibility in active use. Also refers to salopettes where the crotch and derriere area can be opened without removing the whole garment.

DryZone
Lowe Alpine fabric that is used as a baselayer. A fine yarn with an open knit for excellent breathability.

DShapeKarabiner
A very light karabiner that forces the weight of the load onto the spine of the karabiner.

DWR
Durable Water Repellent, a coating added to fabrics to allow water to bead off.

Dynamicreturn
Indicates the garment can ‘bounce back’ into shape.

DynamoTorches
A hybrid torch between a LED Torch and a wind up torch, not requiring batteries.

DynamicLegCut
A trouser style that reduces bulk. Used in insulating garments.

Elastane
A synthetic fibre best known as 'Lycra' used for stretch in clothing. Blended with other fabrics most commonly or can be used alone. Stronger than rubber

EPP(expandedpolypropylene)
A foam used in helmet construction

EPP(expandedpolypropylene)
A foam used in helmet construction.

Ergonomicallydesigned
Designed to fit with the shape of your body for the intended purpose.

EVA
Ethylene vinyl acetate. EVA is a crosslinked foam to provide cushioning capabilities.

EvaBreathe
Breathe used in rucksacs. Perforated EVA is laminated in a honeycomb effect to allow different layers to breathe and allow air release and venting.

Expeditionsuit
An all in one insulated body suit designed for use in Alpine conditions.

Felting
A method of washing wool to enhance its softness.

Fillpower
A method of measuring the Quality of a natural down, found in insulated garments. The better quality the down, the better it's ability to hold in heat, resulting in a higher fill power. For the best insulation you shoul choose a high fill power, low weight garment.

Figureof8
A belay device shaped like a figure of eight with one large and one small hole. Also known simply as an ‘8’.

FibrePile
A fabric blend of pile awith curled fibres that lock in insulation, designed for cold conditions. It can be made with wool, nylon or polyester blends, and tends to be more insulating, but less winproof than a fleece counterpart. Typically fibre pile is used as an inner liner or as a midlayer, but can be more expensive than a fleece.

FlameResistant
Fabrics that do not melt or drip onto the skin when exposed to extreme heat or fires.

FlyOnlyPitching
A tent that can be pitched in two stages, meaning the shelter can be put up in a rush or the fly used on its own.

Footprint
Used in a tent, a footprint provides ground insulation and moisture protection, keeping your tent dry for clean packing.