Winter, as they say, is coming. If you’re looking for a puffer jacket to keep yourself warm with a lighter impact on the environment, the team at Kathmandu has been working hard. The New Zealand-founded, certified B-Corp outdoor wear company recently launched its NXT-Level BioDown jacket, an innovative and award-winning piece of clothing made from a highly durable, biodegradable nylon.
While most jackets are made from polyester, Kathmandu chose nylon for its greater durability. It also decided to opt for nylon 66 (commonly used in friction bearings, carpets and luggage), a stronger version of its close cousin, nylon 6 (think toothbrush bristles) so that it will last – and be worn – longer.
