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New assassins from the workwear industry are seriously insane
It's been a long time since I've seen it. A certain piece that arrived at the editorial department this winter has caused quite a shock in my history.
ATION Crater Mesh S/S Shirt, a workwear brand based in Takaoka City, Toyama Prefecture, a new mesh underwear (inner T-shirt) released this spring .
First of all, there are almost certainly none of those who came to terms with the brand name, including myself. That's right, Kajimake is a manufacturer that has previously mainly dealt with workwear such as rainwear and work clothes. the official website , it does not appear to be fully entering the sports and outdoor fields. Needless to say, I saw the address of the package that was delivered unexpectedly and asked, "?"
has been covering the recent unignorable evolution of the workwear industry . I'm sure I was actually secretly hoping for this workwear industry, as I know the momentum of this workwear industry.
That being said, that's it. When I tried wearing this, I realized that it was far more dangerous than I expected in just a few minutes. It is "useful" comfort that goes beyond the level of cost performance. So, let 's start by reviewing ATION Crater Mesh S/S Shirt,
General features
High-performance, low-priced mesh underwear has been released from the sportswear brand " ATION" , a domestic workwear manufacturer that includes rainwear and other domestic The specially cratered mesh does not allow the fabric to adhere to the bare skin during high temperatures, sweating, and reduces stickiness. Conversely, when the outside temperature is low, the insulation layer between the skin and the jacket, which is formed in the dent of the mesh, provides moderate heat retention. We support comfortable activities throughout the year. The lightweight, gentle compression fabric gives it a great fit. This next-generation underwear is an incredibly low price that you can't let go of, from everyday life to the outdoors all year round.
Recommended points
- Excellent fit with gentle compression
- Crater mesh reduces both sweat and cold weather in the summer
- Thin and light, it does not easily wear out even after washing
- I don't mind the smell
- Amazingly low price
Points that interest me
- It's not like the sweat-processing ability is as high as a specialized brand or even higher than that.
- I can't help but feel uncomfortable with the tight mesh (is it a problem of getting used to it?)
- V-neck and female models are also suitable for everyday wear (no problem when using in leisure time)
Main Specifications and ratings
| Specs | |
|---|---|
| item | ATION Crater mesh |
| material | 79% polyester, 21% polyurethane |
| size | M, L, LL |
| Color variations |
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| Weight (actual measurement) | 90g (L size measured) |
| others | In addition to short sleeves, sleeveless type is available |
| evaluation | |
| Fit | ★★★★☆ |
| Comfort | ★★★☆☆ |
| Quick drying | ★★★★☆ |
| Don't get too cold | ★★★★☆ |
| Thermal insulation | ★★★☆☆ |
| Odor-resistant | ★★★☆☆ |
| Durability | ★★★★☆ |
| price | ★★★★★ |
| General | ★★★★★ |
Detailed review
Excellent fit with gentle compression
This type of high-performance underwear is not intended to exercise on just one piece. By wearing it in a direct contact with your skin and wearing a base layer or running T-shirt on top of it, you can maximize the "sweat-absorbing, quick-drying, and temperature control" function of these shirts. Of course, even if you wear it under everyday wear such as a Y-shirt, knit, or cut-and-sew, it supports a comfortable feel that is incomparable to previous cotton shirts.
The first thing you can feel is that it is not too tight or too loose, making it comfortable to wear (see eye-catching photos). Compression wear is basically something that tightens the body, so some models can be too tight and can only be worn for a few minutes. This shirt is basically a compression type of underwear, but it's not so strong that it feels tight, and is gentle enough to fit perfectly on your body.
The fabric is made of polyurethane and mesh-like sewing, and has excellent elasticity and fit, making it comfortable to wear.
Some people may prefer the perfect fit (relaxed). In that case, you can adjust the compression level by choosing a model smaller (large) than your size. The length of the sleeves and hem did not change significantly depending on the size when worn.
Crater mesh reduces both sweat and cold weather in the summer
During high temperatures or when exercising hard sweat, the highly sweat-absorbing polyester fibers can quickly absorb sweat and help to release it outside. Up to this point, it's no different from other so-called "sweat-absorbing and quick-drying" sports T-shirts.
What makes this shirt so comfortable is that the "crater mesh" mesh fabric with a special crater structure is clearly and thin (uneven) so that it can be seen in appearance, reducing the areas that come into contact with the skin directly, and reduces the discomfort of wet fabric like a cotton T-shirt sticking tightly to the skin. Therefore, no matter how much you sweat, it prevents you from getting sober and keeps your skin smooth and not sticky.
Winter is surprisingly useful. At first glance, it may seem like sheer underwear would look cold in winter, but this is gentler than usual. Of course, this is not just a single piece, but rather a layered one. This is because the moderate space caused by the unevenness of the crater mesh acts as an insulating layer in winter, keeping the air warmed by body temperature on the skin, preventing chills and keeping it comfortable.
In winter, it creates an effective insulation layer under the base layer, which gently improves heat retention.
This high-performance innerwear maintains moderate humidity and temperature throughout the year, so once you wear it, you can't let go of it, and you'll end up getting hooked as if it were your second skin.
Thin and light, it does not easily wear out even after washing
I've already washed it in the washing machine dozens of times since I first started using it, but it doesn't stretch or wear out. It doesn't seem like they're using particularly poor materials.
I don't mind the smell
The manufacturer does not claim to be particularly deodorizing, but even when used in a variety of sports, the smell was not particularly noticeable.
Amazingly low price
In fact, in the outdoor world, this type of high-performance mesh underwear has been particularly attracting attention in recent years, and this season, there are a lot of new products from various manufacturers. I've been worrying about this site . It seems certain that these are highly functional, but the price is inevitable, and even if you have them, they are limited to one or two cards, and are special only available only for the "real performance".
If you can get it for such a price, with performance that is close to those, then this is no longer a special item. If you feel like that, you can buy five of them and wear them every day with ease. Whether it's Workman or Uniqlo, I don't know yet what models have achieved this much value. The workwear industry is truly incredible.
I'm curious about this
Although I think it's unfair to say about all sorts of things about the high cost performance up to this point, I would like to point out some of the concerns I think that when looking at the MAX performance, its performance, such as sweat absorption, quick drying, and difficulty in sweating, cannot be said to be equal to mesh underwear from outdoor specialty brands. However, as I have written above, it is sufficiently comfortable to use in a general-level usage environment, so unless you pursue high specs, you will probably be satisfied with the value even considering the price.
In addition, when used as everyday wear, the crew neck is difficult to use. This is because this mesh fabric will inevitably peek out from under the shirt. I'm fortunate enough to be able to work without wearing a business shirt, but I have quite a few opportunities to wear a shirt with a collar, so I would like to see a V-neck type added. Furthermore, if you can somehow manage this mesh-based look that you're inevitably concerned about, this shirt can be an underwear that you can use every day without complaining.
Summary: An innerwear that you'll want to wear every day, perfect for everyday use, as well as for mountains.
The more I try it on, the more I can't let go of it, and before I know it, I've been wearing it every day, not just in the mountains. Of course, it's great to meet a lifelong piece and use it carefully, but at the same time, our complicated daily life requires consumables that can be used every day without worrying about. This one piece can add the comfort of outdoor wear to your everyday life. Once you try it, you'll definitely want to wear it every day, not only in the mountains, but also in sports, work, and on your days off.
In any case, it is increasingly difficult to overlook the situation where more and more interesting products are being created from non-outdoor brands. So we asked the person in charge of Kajimake's development to talk directly to what the background behind this high cost-sizing innerwear was and how it was born. I'll write about that next time, so please look forward to it.
