OutDry fabric technical specifications According to Columbia, OutDry is 100% waterproof, and since this material applies to the outer layer of an outdoor garment or accessory, it prevents water from entering any part of the waterproofed item.

OutDry® is a patented construction process, which makes gloves, backpacks and footwear fully waterproof and breathable, without leaving any seams or gaps because the fabric layers are heat-bonded together. So it is not a fabric in itself, but a binding process that makes fabrics achieve maximum water-resistance.

OutDry™ is absolutely waterproof yet breathable. The bonded construction leaves no space between the membrane and outer shell for water to get in while helping you stay drier, lighter, and more comfortable.

OutDry EX is Columbia's waterproof ultra-breathable technology which incorporates a waterproof membrane on the outside for permanent water repellency and durability.

The primary advantage of OutDry is that it does not allow moisture to pass through the outermost layer of an outdoor apparel or accessory product.

OutDry is a type of waterproof fabric patented and exclusively produced by Columbia Sportswear.

According to Columbia, OutDry is 100% waterproof, and since this material applies to the outer layer of an outdoor garment or accessory, it prevents water from entering any part of the waterproofed item.

Waterproof rating Fabrics with a water column of 10.000 mm and over are considered to be fully waterproof. But not all waterproof fabrics are made alike and not all withstand water pressure at the same level. OutDry Extreme is said to have a rating of around 20.000 mm, which indeed means that it is fully waterproof.

With no aftercare, waterproof shoes and boots should last a couple of years but with proper care, you can make sure they keep your feet dry for many more trips after that. Correct aftercare includes regular cleaning and reproofing, if you are an avid hiker, we'd recommend reproofing 3 or 4 times a year.

Water gets in and stays in collecting in the space between the unbonded inner and outer layers weighing you down out dry improves fit and flexibility keeping you drier lighter. And more comfortable.

Vietnam is Columbia's largest supplier, and 25% of the company's footwear originates in China. Columbia has operated in China since 2014 as Columbia Sportswear Commercial (Shanghai) Company as a joint venture with Swire Pacific Limited, reaching a total of 86 Chinese retail stores by 2017.

Water gets in and stays in collecting in the space between the unbonded inner and outer layers weighing you down out dry improves fit and flexibility keeping you drier lighter. And more comfortable.