The new Adapt Multi Jacket is the result of a collaboration between Santini and Polartec, which began in 2018 and entails the joint creation of technical cycling apparel.
Santini notes that the watchwords for this new garment are ‘adaptability, comfort, and protection’. The Adapt Multi Jacket is the first in the Santini collection to utilize the most sustainable variant of the Power Shield fabric. This features a new membrane made from 48% plant-based raw materials, free of PFAS chemicals, which are hazardous to health and the environment.
Santini adds that the choice of the Polartec Power Shield bio-based membrane is part of a long-standing commitment to sustainability.
With the Adapt Multi jacket, Santini is gradually introducing the Polartec bio-based membrane starting from the autumn/winter 2023-24 collection. This new membrane will run alongside the previous membrane for an initial period. The ultimate goal is to use the Power Shield bio-based membrane in all garments with Polartec fabrics starting from the autumn/winter 2024-25 collection.
The Santini Adapt Multi Jacket is designed to tackle cold and rainy conditions, offering thermal balance in temperatures ranging from 0°C to +10°C. The bio-based membrane is waterproof (with a 20,000mm water column) and breathable, releasing excess heat and moisture to keep the body dry. The chosen fabric for the Adapt Multi Jacket has a weight of 231g/m².
Internal seams are thermowelded, and the double front zip can open both from the bottom and top. It has a snug fit, wearing like a jersey, with reflective shoulder band and Santini logo for added visibility in low-light conditions and an extra waterproof zip pocket. Available in four colours: black, neon green, neon orange, and burgundy the jacket has a recommended retail price of €249.90 (£230 / US$314.95).
