RIDGE MOUNTAIN GEAR Sleep Warm

Introduction

Night falls.
Distant street lights, moonlight, twinkling stars...even when you close your eyes, the world is still there.
While traveling, in a tent, in a hotel room, or even just your regular bedroom.
Even though it's supposed to be quiet, there are some nights when I can't sleep.

In those cases, try gently covering your eyes.
Like gently drawing back the curtains of night.

The soft warmth of Polartec® Wind Pro™ gently wraps around you.
It quietly blocks out both light and cold air.
Like a gentle lullaby coming from afar.

When you close your eyes, a comfortable silence spreads before you.
Nothing disturbs my sleep anymore.
In a tent, in a strange city, or on a long journey.
Wherever you are, just put on this mask and
It will be your own night.

Now, take a slow, deep breath.
The world will welcome you warmly.

"Sleep warm, sleep tight, when you turn off the light."

Just close your eyes and drift into a dream.
Sleep warmer. Sleep Warm.

How to Use

Sleep Warm is an eye mask that helps you sleep comfortably in a variety of situations.

There are many situations where you have to rest in unexpectedly bright environments, such as in a mountain hut or tent, in a lodging without blackout curtains, or inside a moving car or airplane.

When that happens, just take out Sleep Warm and gently place it over your eyes.
Not only do they block out light, but the soft fleece material conforms to your face for a comfortable, secure feel.

Whether it's a cold night camping in a tent or a nap during a long journey, it will lull you into a quiet and warm sleep.
This eye mask is easy to carry and can be used immediately when needed.

Place the bands behind your ears and adjust them for a comfortable fit.

Make sure to cover your eyes securely and adjust the position so that no light gets in through the gaps.
*Depending on the shape of your face and how the mask fits, a small amount of light may enter through the gaps.

Adjust the cord adjuster (red circle) to the optimal position.

Sweet dreams.

When carrying it around, you can roll up the main body and tie it with the rubber cord to make it compact.

Material

This product uses Polartec® Wind Pro™.
Polartec® Wind Pro™ uses a tighter knit construction to provide increased wind resistance while still remaining highly breathable and comfortable, and its durable, water-repellent face makes this fleece reliable and windproof for all weather conditions.

・An evolution of the original synthetic fleece with windproof specifications ・Up to four times the windproof performance of regular synthetic fleece ・Storing in warmth when you need it and releasing it when you don't ・Water repellency that repels light rain and snow ・Tough durability that can withstand harsh environments ・High-performance fleece suitable for everything from expeditions to everyday use

[Burst strength]
Test method: JIS L 1096 A method → ​​851kPa

【pilling】
Test method: JIS L 1076 A method (ICI type method) 5 hours → Grade 3

[Breathability]
Test method: JIS L 1096 A method → ​​45.7 (cm3/(cm2･s))

[Moisture permeability]
Test method: JIS L 1099 A-1 method → ​​248 (g/m2･h)

[Heat retention]
Test method: JIS L 1096 A method for heat retention test Moisture retention 20℃ 65%RH → 41.7%

[Water repellency]
Test method: JIS L 1092 → Grade 3

Spec

Material: 100% polyester (Polartec® Wind Pro®)
Size: Free
Weight: Approx. 13g
Country of origin: Japan Producer: Tokyo Pio Aomori Factory Co., Ltd., Tsugaru City, Aomori Prefecture

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Collaborator

Collaborateur introduces you to the people who produce these products.

Tokyo PiO Aomori Factory Co., Ltd.

Tokyo PiO Aomori Factory is located in Tsugaru City, Aomori Prefecture.
I visited the factory in October. It was a very warm and calm day. The person in charge of the factory who was driving me there said, "It's a rare nice day."
On the way from Aomori Airport to the factory, the symbolic Mt. Iwaki of Aomori Prefecture was clearly visible. It seemed unusual. The apple orchards filled with bright red apples were also very symbolic, and we were given lots of large apples as souvenirs on the way home.

The Aomori Factory here mainly sews cut and sewn items, but also sews some other woven products.

Still, they are skilled at handling cut and sew items.
The above image shows the process before the fabric is cut. To make it easier to cut the long fabric, it is layered like millefeuille fabric.
This fabric was a very thin gauze jersey fabric. It stretched even with a little pull. I had to cut this difficult-to-handle fabric, lining it up as evenly as possible with the same tension. It gave me a headache just watching it...

What was particularly impressive was the large number of different special sewing machines installed for sewing cut-and-sew items.

The photo shows a "flat seam sewing machine" that can sew a special type of sewing called a flat seam. Simply put, it creates a flat finish without any rough seam allowances at the seams.

This sewing method is often used for underwear and baby wear because it is less stressful on the skin as there is no roughness in the seam allowance. However, this flat seam takes much longer than a regular lock stitch. It takes about two to three times longer. But I love this flat seam and it is the sewing method that RIDGE MOUNTAIN GEAR uses for cut material products.

Not all cut and sew factories are capable of sewing this flat seam technique.
Many factories do not have these sewing machines, and it takes skill to actually operate them. I have heard people say, "We lost our craftsmen and now we can't operate the flat seamers."

Tokyo Pio Co., Ltd. was founded in 1971 in Sumida Ward as a small company with just two people, handling everything from sewing to delivery. After that, orders gradually increased, and from the Showa era to the Heisei era, the company manufactured many products for major apparel companies and department stores, but as times changed and cheaply made overseas products became more common, the company continues to research high quality, with pride in producing purely Japanese products, and with the accumulated technical skills and confidence.

Pio Aomori Factory, which is also the base of our domestic sewing factories, began operations in 1999 with the encouragement and invitation of Kizukuri Town in Aomori Prefecture, with the aim of revitalizing local industry and employment.

We analyze the brand image and the particular points of the products we handle, and determine the desired final product. We submit first samples, make adjustments, and produce with customer satisfaction in mind.

In addition, by stretching, cutting, sewing, and finishing in a way that matches the material selected by the customer, we can avoid putting strain on the fabric and ensure a beautiful finish. It may sound cliché, but we make our products with love for the fabric and the products. We pay close attention to even the parts that cannot be seen.

We hope to raise awareness of our factory as a 100% Japanese-made cut and sew manufacturer, and to spread the word about the quality of Japanese-made products to each apparel brand. When it comes to cut and sew factories in Tohoku, there is the PIO Group (Kadota Factory, Aomori Factory), and we would like to continue to work hard and improve every day.

Tokyo Pio Co., Ltd. Aomori Factory 〒038-3164
1-12 Yayoita, Shibata, Tsugaru City, Aomori Prefecture
https://www.tokyopio.co.jp/index.html

Attention

・Place the product in a laundry net and wash it alone.
- Water temperature should be limited to 40°C. Avoid washing with hot water.
- Use a neutral detergent and do not use bleach or fabric softener.
-Avoid tumble drying.
-Do not iron.
・After dehydration, we recommend shaping the product and drying it in the shade.