Nike Tech Pack Collection

Global athletic brand Nike has taken a different approach to everyday fashion with the introduction of the Tech Pack, designed by Jarrett Reynolds and Michael Leon. Nike’s technological advances in the athletic industry has been nothing short of remarkable as they continually push boundaries to create an athletic edge for its wearers. However the Tech Pack is now offering it’s heralded technologies on a more casual front. Items such as the classic Windrunner jacket are now being created with performance materials and new age fabrication techniques to allow for a better every day experience.

To aid in this process, Nike enlisted various designers and style leaders around the world for their help in creating the perfect product. We really like the notion of Nike offering technology that could go beyond the playing field and make its way into our everyday lives.

Check out more pictures of the jackets after the jump.

No-Sew Windrunner

The No-Sew Windrunner is the reinvention of a Nike classic. Geoff Hollister’s original vision has been re-imagined in a fresh and exciting new incarnation. While it retains the same silhouette as the classic Windrunner, all sorts of stylish and functional embellishments and improvements are used to modernize it.

Pocket Tee

Combination cotton / poly Nike Dri-Fit fabric helps maintain a cool and dry environment and the laser cut and bonded pocket with laser cut film reinforcements adds durability. Ultrasonic welded side seams finished with bonded tape details under the arm and side seams add comfort and durability and the pocket tee is adorned with a silkscreen logo application to round it off.

Basic Hoody

Available in the Fall ’07 collection in varsity purple, sable green and chino, the Basic Hoody features heavyweight brushed back fleece to which the zipper is bonded. Waterproof zippers and seam sealed black taping feature textured draw cord pulls and the center front zip pull is laser-etched with “Nike Air” branding. The fabric-lined hood sports a speckled print on the peak and the attractive ensemble is finished off with screenprinted branding.

Basic Windrunner

Screenprinted branding finishes off a competent garment hewn from two layers of fabric, the top one being transparent and covering the lower layer with the chevron seam seal taping. The top layer of the liner is open hole mesh for breathability and the lower layer of the liner is poly jersey for warmth. True to form, the basic Windrunner also features waterproof zippers and seam sealed black taping as well as the classic ribbing at the cuff and waistband.

Fleece Crew

The cotton jersey face is bonded to a thermal windproof fleece back offering comfort and protection against the elements. For durability and comfort, all seams (minus the bottom hem and sleeve cuffs) are ultrasonic welded and finished with no-sew tape. Laser cut and bonded reinforcements under the arms offer yet further durability and the crew is finished off with a silkscreen logo application.

Hoody

The hoody features a cotton jersey face bonded to a thermal windproof fleece back providing warmth, comfort and wind protection. As with the fleece crew all seams, minus the bottom hem and sleeve cuffs, are ultrasonic welded and finished with no-sew tape for long-lasting construction. Laser cut and bonded reinforcements underarm offer extra durability. A two-way separating center front waterproof zip, with “Nike Air” laser-etched pulls, offers weather resistance, ventilation and comfort and the waterproof zip chest pocket reinforced with film and “Nike Air” laser-etched zip pull means there is a secure, dry place for valuables. The hoody features a fully adjustable hood and poly brushed back storm flap for enhanced personal comfort and protection against the elements.

Track Jacket

Polyester spandex mixed woven fabric bonded to thermal windproof fleece material delivers warmth and protection in the track jacket. Seams are ultrasonic welded and finished with no-sew tape for long-lasting construction. The two-way separating center front waterproof zip, with “Nike Air” laser etched pulls, offers weather resistance, ventilation and comfort while the laser cut and bonded waterproof zip chest bellow pocket, reinforced with film and finished with a “Nike Air” laser-etched pull, offers weather-resistant protection. A poly brushed back storm flap is included for added protection against the elements and bonded reinforcements at stress points provide for further durability. Laser cut and bonded waterproof zip pockets with laser cut zip garage and “Nike Air” laser-etched pull provide secure places for valuables. The track jacket is finished off with a silkscreen logo application.

M65 Jacket

Composed of a tough, breathable, water resistant 100% Nylon Shell, the M65 features cotton/poly Nike Dri-fit lining. Its seams are ultra sonic welded and taped back and the technical and strong lasercut pockets have reinforced edges. The zippers are of the waterproof reverse coil variety – imparting functionality and protection to the wearer. The M65’s pop-out hood is a blessing in bad weather and is complemented by the fold-out storm cuffs which pay homage to the original military piece, while at the same time retaining these important functional and iconic elements for a killer look.