Technology Saucony GORE-TEX®
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The GORE-TEX® membrane contains 1.4 million microscopic pores per square centimeter, which are approximately 20,000 times smaller than a drop of water and 700 times wider than a water vapor molecule. This ensures complete waterproofness of the Gore-Tex® membrane on the outside and sweat permeability on the inside. The grease-repellent substances present in the membrane prevent the absorption of body substances.
Shoes with a GORE-TEX® membrane will keep your feet dry and at the right temperature in any weather and provide perfect climate comfort. They are long-term waterproof, highly breathable and protect the foot even in the most difficult conditions.
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The company that developed this technology dates back to 1959 , when Bill and Genevieve Gore founded it in their home in Newark, Delaware. Their son Bob Gore made a revolutionary discovery in 1969 that led to the creation of the GORE-TEX® membrane. Seven years later, the first sales of this waterproof, windproof and breathable fabric took place.
And how does it all work?
Each square centimeter of the GORE-TEX® membrane contains approximately 1.4 million microscopic pores. Each of these pores is 20,000 times smaller than a drop of water. Thanks to this, the membrane in the original GORE-TEX® line is waterproof. There is no chance for rain and snow to get inside.
However, water resistance is only half, or rather one third of the functionality of this material - it is also breathable and windproof .
Each of these billions of pores is 700 times larger than a water vapor molecule. This enables perfect sweat wicking and explains the breathability of the GORE-TEX® material.
The membrane itself is extremely thin (about 0.01 mm). It is therefore necessary to combine the membrane with high-quality textiles. This combination creates a textile with GORE-TEX® technology, which is used both for clothing and footwear.
