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Last updated 2026-09-24 — On September 13, 2012, the "All-Day Protection, Leading Three-Layer" three-layer Gore-Tex® fabric launch event was held at the sunken plaza of Sanlitun SOHO in Beijing. At the event, Gore collaborated with six brands—Ozark, BLACK YAK®, NORTHLAND, Lafuma, TOR ...

2012Year9Month13Day, the "All-Day Protection, Leading Three-Layer" three-layer Gore-Tex?fabric launch event was held at the sunken plaza of SanlitunSOHOin Beijing. At the event, Gore collaborated with six outdoor brands—Ozark?(Ozark) brand,BLACK YAK?BLACK YAK brand,NORTHLAND(NORTHLAND)brand,Lafuma?brand,TOREAD?(Toread) brand andSALEWA(Salewa) brand—to officially unveil the three-layer Gore-Tex?fabric. In addition to Gore and the six outdoor brands, nearlyLi Limin, Secretary-General of the China Textile Commerce Association,Liu Ping, Secretary-General of the Mountain Rescue Committee of the Ministry of Civil Affairs Emergency Rescue Promotion Center,200and about

 


outdoor personalities including members of the Gore Outdoor Heroes team such as Lei Diansheng, Hongxing, Zhao Jia, and Qu Zhixing were invited to attend the event.?Numerous guests witnessed the launch of the three-layer Gore-Tex


 

fabric?The three-layer Gore-Tex?fabric is an innovative product extending from the core features of Gore-Tex® fabrics—durable waterproofing, powerful windproofing, and high breathability. Its abrasion-resistant outer layer and special lining materials act like two “slices of bread” wrapping the core Gore-Tex® membrane technology, creating a “sandwich” concept that offers all-day comfort and comprehensive professional protection. Zhang Jingwei, General Manager of Gore Beijing Branch and Market Director of Gore Textiles China, stated: "The development of China’s outdoor industry is advancing rapidly, with professionalism and standards gradually aligning with international norms. Gore’s decision to launch three-layer Gore-Tex® fabric products in the Chinese market in?year aims to deliver a professional outdoor experience for users and further contribute Gore’s expertise and capabilities to the Chinese outdoor market."2012year?fabric

 


Zhang Jingwei, General Manager of Gore Beijing Branch and Market Director of Gore Textiles


 

    At the event, the product video of the three-layer Gore-Tex® fabric jacket was unveiled to the public for the first time.?fabricChina Textile Industry AssociationSecretary-General Lei Limin mentioned in his speech: "Gore has always started from the needs of outdoor users, providing them with a more comfortable wearing experience, which reflects the professionalism of the Gore-Tex?brand and its people-oriented philosophy." Since2012the beginning ofthe year,Gorehas launched?the "Three-Layer Gore-Tex

 


 Fabric" concept, which has received continuous recognition and strong support from the China Textile Industry Association.

 


Secretary-General Lei Limin of the China Textile Industry Association delivers a speech

 

 

Outdoor enthusiasts share their experiences with three-layer fabric products2This year, in?month, the Gore-Tex    


brand initiated an online fabric product testing and experience recruitment drive that lasted less than five weeks. Thirty outdoor opinion leaders from across the country participated, gathering firsthand evaluation data by trekking through various environments and routes. At the launch event, six outdoor enthusiasts from different regions shared their personal experiences and impressions.?On-site testing of the three-layer Gore-Tex

 


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Lei Diansheng shares his connection with Gore



 

Lei Diansheng recounts his decade-long outdoor journey?"China's No. 1 Hiker" and Gore-Tex5brand Outdoor Hero Lei Diansheng, in?month this year, wore three-layer Gore-Tex?fabric-equipped gear to traverse one of China’s most complex and varied routes — the Altun Mountain uninhabited area. At the event, Lei Diansheng shared his journey through the Gobi Desert, barren mountains, alpine meadows, swamps, and snow-capped mountains in Altun Mountain, enduring frost, rain, snow, hail, sandstorms, and finally setting foot on the world’s highest-altitude Kumukuli Desert. He also spoke about the outstanding performance demonstrated by the three-layer Gore-Tex 

fabric products.? The highlight of the launch event came after a dance performance featuring Taiwanese flair, when Gore, together with six major brands, announced the official launch of the Gore-Tex 2012fabric apparel product experience collection campaign.9From15month10day to31month?day inOzark) brands,BLACK YAK?Bora brand,NORTHLAND(Norrøna)brands,Lafuma?brands,TOREAD?(Toread) brand andSALEWA(Salewa) brand, together with Gore-Tex, are jointly promoting a nationwide consumer hiking experience in Taiwan campaign. All consumers who own clothing products made with Gore-Tex?fabric can apply at designated stores of the above six major brands to join Lei Diansheng on a trip to Taiwan and experience outdoor hiking on this beautiful island. Gore-Tex and the six brands will select participants based on their past outdoor activity experience, especially in high-altitude trekking and related capabilities.
   About three-layer Gore-Tex?fabric 

Named under the Gore-Tex?brand, this multifunctional fabric has been listed by Fortune magazine as one of the “world’s100best American products.”2012A more breathable, durable, and lightweight three-layer Gore-Tex?fabric product was launched in the Chinese market. It is an innovative extension built upon the globally renowned functions of Gore-Tex?fabric—exceptional waterproofing, powerful windproofing, and high breathability. The durable outer fabric and special lining materials act like two “slices of bread” wrapping the core technology product, the Gore-Tex?membrane. This “sandwich” concept delivers a more robust outdoor experience, offering all-day comfort and comprehensive professional protection.

The following outdoor gear brands have launched three-layer Gore-Tex?fabric jackets: Ozark (?brand), Bora brand, NorrønaOzark) brand,BLACK YAK?Bora brand,NORTHLAND(Norrøna)brand,Lafuma?brand,TOREAD?(Toread) brand andSALEWA(Salewa) brand. For detailed information aboutGORE-TEX?  3Ljackets, please visit the official Gore website (www.gore-tex.cn). 

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