Columbia Sportswear Unveils the Gold Standard in Warmth with New Omni-Heat™ Infinity Technology

Columbia introduced Omni-Heat Infinity technology, which is the next evolution of thermal-reflective warmth. A new pattern of gold dots reflects more of your body heat, delivering instant warmth without compromising breathability.

Read on the details below for the Omni-heat sportswear by Columbia. Check out latest and available items at http://www.columbiasportswear.com.ph.

 

PRESS RELEASE

Portland, Oregon –Columbia Sportswear (Nasdaq: COLM) is excited to unveil Omni-Heat™ Infinity – the next evolution in thermal-reflective warmth. Building upon Columbia’s uber successful and award-winning Omni-Heat insulation platform, Omni-Heat Infinity debuts a striking new gold metallic lining material in a pattern scientifically engineered to optimize warmth and breathability. Inspired by the reflective technology used by NASA, the enhanced pattern of gold metallic dots reflect and retain natural body heat, delivering instant and lightweight warmth without compromising breathability or adding bulk. The new patented technology will be available this fall in more than 80 styles of jackets, boots and accessories, making it one of the largest technology launches in company history.

To celebrate the release of “the gold standard in warmth,” Columbia has debuted a series of ads that reflect an entirely new take on the role that gold plays in the outdoors.  The new spots launched on October 1 and are distributed globally across broadcast, audio, out-of-home, and print channels throughout the winter. Columbia will also promote Omni-Heat Infinity across various social platforms, and will leverage brand athletes, ambassadors and other social media personalities to drive strong engagement among fans and followers throughout the season.

“Omni-Heat Infinity expands upon our best-selling platform of patented technologies and we’re looking forward to showcasing this revolutionary innovation in what will be Columbia’s largest campaign in our 83-year history,” said Joe Boyle, President of the Columbia Brand. “The campaign injects Columbia’s signature light-hearted style but makes it clear that there is a new gold standard in warmth.” 

Columbia’s fall technology launch comes at a time when outdoor participation is on the rise. The sweepstakes and other efforts this fall are part of Columbia’s mission to help keep people warm and comfortable as they enjoy the benefits of spending time outdoors.

The inaugural season of Omni-Heat Infinity features an array of technical jackets, winter footwear, hats, and gloves for men and women.  Available in the Philippines at www.columbiasportswear.com.ph and select retail locations, key Omni-Heat Infinity pieces include the Men’s Outdry Ex Gold II Down Jacket Jacket, which features a fully waterproof seam-sealed jacket that protects you from harsh conditions of wind chill and rain, yet keeps you warm with the Omni heat Gold thermal reflective technology, priced at Php 18,990. The Infinity Summit Double Wall Down Jacket is product available which boasts the warmth benefit with a double wall insulating construction, 800-fill down power, yet fully packable and practical. Check out the other products with Omniheat Gold Infinity technology at http://www.columbiasportswear.com.ph, and  Columbia SM Mall of Asia, Columbia Trinoma Mall, Columbia SM Baguio, Recreational Outdoor eXchange at Bonifacio High Street Taguig, and other Columbia Sportswear Stores Nationwide.

 

About Columbia

Columbia, the flagship brand of Portland, Oregon-based Columbia Sportswear Company, has been  creating innovative apparel, footwear, accessories and equipment for outdoor enthusiasts since 1938. Columbia has become a leading global brand by channeling the company’s passion for the outdoors andinnovative spirit into technologies and performance products that keep people warm, dry, cool and protected year-round. To learn more, please visit the company's website at www.columbia.com.

In the Philippines, Columbia Sportswear is exclusively distributed by Kendrich International Distribution Company, under the Primer Group of Companies.