Bamboo appears to be the natural material of choice for the manufacturer of both snowboards and skiwear. The organisers of the upcoming Slide trade show for the UK ski industry has identified eco trends in new product manufacturing.
Salomon snowboards have launched a brand new freestyle eco board called the SICK STICK. Made entirely from bamboo with the edges of the snowboard being constructed from rubber and bamboo, while the layers that make up the base of the board are made of bamboo light glass. The structure of the board offers super easy transition to switch even in deep powder.
Thaw, a brand that designs thermal base layers to suit all outdoor pursuits, are launching a new line of bamboo thermal underwear to move towards more eco friendly material that still fits the technical criteria of the brand.
Bamboo thermal underwear wicks moisture away from your skin – keeping you naturally drier and keeps you comfortable in all temperatures. Worn as a base layer it traps warm air next to the skin but is highly breathable in hot weather. It is also naturally antibacterial – staying fresher and odour free for longer.
Most importantly, bamboo is just as good as or even better then any of the other alternatives but it is also extremely good for the environment.
Slide is staged from 17th-19th February 2008 at Manchester Central (previously called G-Mex) The show, (and previous events under different names), has been staged for more than 20 years and is organised by the SIGB (Snowsport Industries of Great Britain), a trade association for skiing and snowboarding. Led by a 14-strong committee, the SIGB currently has 209 member organisations from the retail, supplier and travel sectors of the industry.
www.slideuk.co.uk