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Preface
There is a famous saying in the Hong Kong 100: 'Cross Tai Mo Shan, and you'll get the Tai Mo Shan shirt,' meaning that crossing Tai Mo Shan signifies a high likelihood of successfully finishing the race and receiving the finisher's shirt. The brand sponsoring this shirt is KAILAS. KAILAS has become well-known among domestic outdoor and trail running enthusiasts due to its sponsorship of the Hong Kong 100, earning brand recognition. Its logo, resembling a sun, has led runners to affectionately call KAILAS 'Little Sun.'
The name KAILAS is derived from Mount Kailash (KAILASH in Hindi), a sacred mountain with an elevation of 21,837 feet located in Tibet, China. It is a mountain of spiritual and religious significance, considered the center of the world in the teachings of four Asian religions and the source of four major rivers. The brand name KAILAS originates from this mountain. Throughout history, many pilgrims have come here to circumambulate the mountain. The journey is extremely harsh, requiring traversing rugged roads and facing high altitudes and severe weather. However, this has not deterred the pilgrims. The most primal human instinct—the pursuit of spiritual freedom, reverence for the sacred, and exploration of the ultimate meaning of life—propels them forward. This spirit is also the belief and pursuit of the KAILAS brand.
As a well-known outdoor brand, KAILAS has adopted a pragmatic and rigorous approach since entering the Chinese market. It has thoroughly studied the development patterns and characteristics of the Chinese outdoor market, fully recognizing its importance and uniqueness. KAILAS has formulated a grand, long-term development plan for China, increased investment in the Chinese market, and carefully managed the brand's development pace. Rather than solely pursuing market share, KAILAS has focused on strengthening its own foundation and enhancing product reputation, laying a solid groundwork for future growth.
Experience
This review covers the 2017 spring/summer new KAILAS men's lightweight softshell jacket (Feiling), in navy blue, item number KG210237. Its features include being ultra-light and thin, windproof, and water-resistant with excellent performance. The material consists of 90% polyester and 10% spandex, with a lining made of 100% polyester. The fabric is treated with a water-repellent finish and combined with a three-dimensional yarn weave structure, providing a dry skin feel. The windproof fabric includes a special windproof membrane, and the seam design fits the body shape, creating a sleek and modern outdoor sports style.
The high-tech fabric, Air Cube, combats stuffiness by structurally adjusting the fabric from flat to three-dimensional, increasing the surface area and accelerating air circulation and sweat evaporation.
The Air Fabric CUBIC AIR is KAILAS's highly recommended technological fabric of the year. Through a special weaving method, it forms geometric concave-convex surfaces and air ducts on the fabric surface. By point contact, Air Cube increases the contact area between the skin and air, speeding up evaporation.
In the spring and summer, the body's heat warms the air near the skin. The KAILAS lightweight softshell jacket (Feiling) uses lightweight fabric and Air Cube technology. Through special manufacturing processes and air ducts, it accelerates sweat evaporation by utilizing the principle of 'air circulation to remove heat.'
Three factors determine the speed of liquid evaporation: external temperature, liquid surface area, and air circulation at the location. In outdoor environments, we cannot control the temperature or sweat production at will. However, the KAILAS Air Cube can accelerate air circulation, speeding up the evaporation of sweat on our clothing, making the clothes breathable and quick-drying, and keeping the body comfortable!
KAILAS 'Little Sun' brand logo
YKK sealed zipper for convenient storage
The sealed front YKK zipper is smooth, durable, and airtight. Unfortunately, the top of the zipper lacks an anti-scratch collar design, causing discomfort when the chin touches the zipper head when facing down.
The reflective elements on the back enhance visibility in low light, providing a warning effect at night and ensuring safety during nighttime activities.
The smooth hidden seam technique reduces friction during movement, providing a comfortable touch.
The hem can be adjusted with a single hand, making the fit more comfortable.
The cuffs are spliced with elastic fabric, fitting the wrist and shaping against the wind.
The zippered hand pockets with mesh lining provide a comfortable feel.
Under the stand-up collar is the KAILAS brand logo. 'MADE TO CLIMB' is KAILAS's commitment to climbing. As outdoor sports experts, the KAILAS R&D team and globally sponsored top athletes, with a deep understanding of climbing, jointly create the most extreme products, providing necessary protection for outdoor enthusiasts who pursue the ultimate, love challenges, and explore the unknown. The KAILAS brand logo does not use the current mainstream heat transfer printing, which can cause discomfort due to friction on the back of the neck during long-term wear.
I am 170 cm tall and weigh 68 kg. Based on the official customer service recommendation, I chose size M. After trying on the jacket, the size was very suitable for an Asian body type. Unlike some brands that use European sizes, where I would still find size S too large.
The three-dimensional cut and slim stand-up collar reject the traditional bulky outdoor attire. Who says outdoor clothing can't look good!
The most satisfying feature is the elastic cuff design. Many outdoor clothing designs have very long sleeves that bunch up at the wrist, which is inconvenient during outdoor activities. The sleeves of this KAILAS lightweight softshell jacket (Feiling) are just the right length, making it very suitable for outdoor sports.
Summary
Advantages: The KAILAS lightweight softshell jacket (Feiling) combines two major technological features with inherent high aesthetics. It dissipates heated air, reducing the retention of heated air and releasing excess heat, thereby regulating the temperature under the jacket and providing a comfortable balance for the body. Besides its superior performance, the seam design fits the body shape, creating a sleek look and modern climbing sports style. It is the best choice for a lightweight softshell jacket.
Disadvantages: The sealed front YKK zipper lacks an anti-scratch collar design, causing discomfort when the chin touches the zipper head when facing down. The KAILAS brand logo does not use the current mainstream heat transfer printing, which can cause discomfort due to friction on the back of the neck during long-term wear. Currently, the KAILAS lightweight softshell jacket (Feiling) for men only comes in a stand-up collar design. It is recommended to add a hooded version to provide consumers with more options to cope with harsh outdoor weather.
The best time to plan for the year is in spring. Get a star piece of equipment, bring your dreams and courage, and with determination, challenge yourself, experience nature, and make the KAILAS 'Little Sun' shine with you!