Rab Completes Move To PFAS-Free Shell Technologies With New AW25 GORE-TEX Pro Shell Collection

British outdoor brand Rab (owned by Equip Outdoor Technologies Ltd.) have introduced their new GORE-TEX Pro Shell collection featuring ePE membrane technology, completing their transition to PFAS-free shell technologies for Autumn/Winter 2025.

The new collection delivers reliable weather protection in extreme environments whilst reducing environmental impact. It has a reduced carbon impact compared to the previous generation of GORE-TEX Pro, driven by the innovative PFAS-free GORE-TEX Membrane made from ePE and carefully selected recycled and solution dyed textiles. All laminates are bluesign approved as well as certified according to OEKO-TEX STANDARD 100.

The move to PFAS-free gear is part of Rab’s commitment to reduce their environmental impact while maintaining the high performance standards that climbers and mountaineers depend on. Rab started developing PFAS-free alternatives back in 2013 and have consistently swapped their fabrics to lower impact solutions ever since. The products' Material Facts provide transparent information about the PFAS status of a product as well as other sustainability credentials.

The PFAS-free* ePE (expanded polyethylene) membrane was first introduced to Rab’s GORE-TEX Shell collection in selected styles in AW23. Besides being PFAS-free, it achieves a lower carbon footprint than previous technologies**. Constructed with recycled nylon face fabrics, the membrane now launches in the GORE-TEX Brands’ most technical GORE-TEX® Pro Product Technology, specifically engineered for alpinists and mountain guides operating in the most demanding conditions.

Rab’s new GORE-TEX Pro range encompasses:

• Latok GTX Jacket,
• Latok Alpine Jacket & Women’s Latok Alpine Jacket,
• Latok Mountain Jacket & Women’s Latok Mountain Jacket,
• Khroma Latok Jacket & Women’s Khroma Latok Jacket,
• Khroma Latok Bib & Women’s Khroma Latok Bib,
• Latok Bib,
• Latok GTX Pants & Women’s Latok GTX Pants.

Recognising that PFAS-free gear requires regular maintenance for optimal performance, Rab are introducing an extensive aftercare education programme through their Rab Laband Rab Lab Academy. This initiative, targeting consumers and retailers, will offer comprehensive training to empower consumers to maintain their gear at home.

With over 8,400 washes processed through the Rab Service Centres in 2024/25, the brand is responding to growing consumer demand for professional aftercare services that extend product lifespan, reduce waste, and ensure gear remains adventure-ready any time.

* Made without intentionally added per- and polyfluorinated substances; may contain trace amounts.

** Through the laminate’s innovative membrane and select textiles (per Higg MSI).