Montane fully adopts the cutting-edge technology as ExpeDRY replaces water-resistant down as the industry performance standard.
California’s Montebello — (For Instant Publication) For their autumn 2025 down clothing line, Montane will get its high-performance ExpeDRY ultra dry down from ALLIED Feather + Down (AF+D), a global pioneer in high performance, ethically sourced, and recycled down.
By substituting gold particles that are permanently bound to down clusters for chemical treatments, ExpeDRY symbolises the progression of performance down for usage in harsh conditions. ExpeDRY outperforms all other treatments in the real world by preventing water vapour from condensing into droplets. Additionally, the ExpeDRY-filled goods will dry considerably faster in the laundry at home, simplifying maintenance and using a lot less energy over the course of their useful lives.
Being the first to use ExpeDRY technology across all down jackets, Montane will provide it in all of their down coats. Back in 2015, ALLIED unveiled the first water-resistant product in history, and we’ve discovered a
a lot since then,” stated ALLIED’s Creative Director Matthew Betcher. When in direct contact with water, conventional WR down performs admirably; however, this is not the case inside down insulation chambers. The main problem is water vapour, which ExpeDRY helps prevent from condensing so that it may more efficiently evaporate through the shell, keeping the down drier for longer and accelerating the drying process if it does become wet.
Betcher went on to say, “It is equally important that we continue to strive to reduce our environmental impact even in performance technologies.” Therefore, eliminating yet another needless chemical from our supply chain will greatly aid in that regard. The only thing left to do is wait.
before everyone understands that our current use of C0 chemicals may not be as beneficial to the environment as we had thought. Liam Steinbeck, Materials Manager at Montane, stated, “We are really excited to introduce such a new and disruptive technology from our long-term partners Allied Feather & Down.” “ExpeDRY is completely in line with our brand’s mission to be among the first to market with the newest, most cutting-edge technologies, offering unmatched comfort and performance in the most demanding environments.”
ExpeDRY down insulation is cleaner and more effective than all other water-resistant down technologies, and it has the potential to replace present, chemical-intensive treatments. developed in collaboration with FUZE Technologies and using gold particles that are permanently attached to down plumes, ExpeDRY is permanent, and there are no PFAS or other issues because it is entirely chemical-free. In every real-world simulation, ExpeDRY outperforms the WR treatment options in terms of keeping insulated coats warm and dry in every setting while having a far less effect. To learn more about ExpeDRY and ALLIED Feather + Down, stop by our exhibit at ISPO, A1.112.