# Lightweight Gortex Sport Jackets The Under Armour Nimbus Shell is Thin, Insulated and Waterproof By M | Published 2015-11-09 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sport-jacket References: [gearculture](http://www.gearculture.com/goods/under-armour-nimbus-shell/) & [underarmour](https://www.underarmour.com/en-us/mens-ua-storm-nimbus-shell-jacket/pid1259542?avad=113005_c9db773d&cid=AF|skimlinks.com|AvantLink|CA) With the winter season just around the corner, extreme winter sports will be picking up again and those interested will be in need of a sport jacket design that is lightweight, durable but most importantly, ultra warm. Sportswear brand [Under Armour](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/handdrawn-sketch) has released such a coat made with a [GORE-TEX exterior shell](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/reigning-champ-goretex) that is designed to keep skiers and snowboarders dry while on the slopes. GORE-TEX is one of the most celebrated and highly rated waterproof materials that is completely resistant to moisture while still remaining breathable. The [Nimbus](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nimbus-wellington-boots) Shell jacket features a fitted design with a high collar to keep the wind and elements out, thumbhole cuffs to extra protection, adjustable bungee cords and a hood large enough to fit over a helmet. The coat is available in a variety of monochromatic colors such as camel, black and gray. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.0/10 - Popularity: 85% | Activity: 87% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Fashion for Men](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashionformen) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Lightweight Sport Jackets:** Opportunity for innovation in creating sport jackets that are lightweight, durable, and warm for extreme winter sports. - **GORE-TEX Material:** Disruptive potential in utilizing GORE-TEX, a highly rated waterproof material, in various industries beyond sportswear. - **Monochromatic Color Options:** Potential for innovation in offering more monochromatic color choices in sport jacket designs. ### Where This Applies - **Sportswear Industry:** Disruption opportunities in the sportswear industry by creating innovative lightweight sport jackets for extreme winter sports. - **Outdoor Gear Industry:** Potential for disruption by incorporating GORE-TEX material into outdoor gear products beyond sport jackets. - **Fashion Industry:** Opportunity for innovation in the fashion industry by introducing more monochromatic color options for winter sport jackets. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Low-Bulk Trail Jackets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/futurelight-papsura-jacket.md) - [Winter Performance Jackets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/winter-performance-jacket.md) - [Technical Weatherproof Jacket Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/khl-the-one-shell.md) - [Performance Down Jackets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zero-restrictions-summit-jacketi.md) - [Technical Urban Puffers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/short-down-jacket.md) - [High-Performance Mountain Parkas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aether-brighton-insulated-snow-jacket.md) - [Autumnal Inclement Weather Jackets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fjallraven-and-goretex.md) - [High-Performance Waterproof Outdoor Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/waterproof-outdoor-collection.md) - [Weather-Resistant Performance Jackets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nano-puff-jacket.md)