North Face Futurelight: Will It Replace Gore-Tex as the Leading Waterproof Fabric?
It’s been 20 years since someone first tried to overtakeGore-Tex’s half-century reign as the most popular waterproof fabric. That someone waseVent, and although the fabric maker is still used by a limited number of textiles, it’s largely regarded as a less-reliable alternative. When it comes to waterproof-but-breathable outerwear, Gore-Tex has remained the industry eponym.