# Self-Healing Waterproof Jackets Coalatree Launched the New Whistler Windbreaker in Three Colorways By Grace Mahas | Published 2019-10-08 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/whistler-windbreaker References: [hiconsumption](https://hiconsumption.com/coalatree-whistler-windbreaker-jacket/) & [coalatree](https://coalatree.com/products/whistler-windbreaker?avad=55097_f173fc6a9) Coalatree, the sustainable and eco-friendly provider of outdoor apparel, recently expanded its product line with the introduction of the new Whistler Windbreaker. This extraordinary jacket boasts a unique characteristic -- its ability to heal rips and tears in seconds. This is thanks to the brands HiloTech Seal-Healing material that allows the material to mend holes with friction -- to repair a hole, simply rub your finger over the material and the heat and friction allow the jacket to become like new. The Whistler Windbreaker also features a DWR application to gives wearers [light protection from the rain](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/waterproof-outdoor-collection). In addition, the elastic drawstrings were designed to keep out the wind. The Whistler Windbreaker can be purchased for $79 CAD in three colorways: blue, red, and black. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.6/10 - Popularity: 94% | Activity: 96% | Freshness: 9% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Hip Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/hipfashion) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Self-healing Materials:** There is an opportunity for businesses in the materials industry to invest in research and development of self-healing materials. - **Sustainable Outdoor Apparel:** Companies in the fashion industry should focus on producing eco-friendly and sustainable outdoor apparel. - **Smart Fabrics:** Innovation in smart fabrics is a promising area for businesses in the textile industry to explore. ### Where This Applies - **Outdoor Apparel:** The outdoor apparel industry should look to incorporate self-healing materials and sustainably produced garments into their product lines. - **Textile:** Textile manufacturers should consider investing in the development of smart fabrics for use in various industries. - **Materials:** Businesses in the materials industry can explore the potential of creating self-healing materials for use in various applications. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Adventurous Alpine-Ready Coats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/houdini-moonwalk-houdi.md) - [Winter Performance Jackets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/winter-performance-jacket.md) - [All-Weather Travel Jackets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/alpargali-jacket.md) - [Circular Winter Jackets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/everpuff.md) - [Weather-Resistant Performance Jackets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nano-puff-jacket.md) - [Consciously Designed Climbing Jackets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/m10-anorak.md) - [Wind-Protecting Transitional Jackets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/quilted-windcheater-jacket.md) - [Versatile Weatherproof Outerwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shell-jacket1.md) - [Packable Adventurer Puffer Jackets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/proof-powerfill-down-jacket.md)