Leatt Reveals Eco-Friendly Product Range & Plastic Free Packaging on 2022 Products
Press Release: Leatt
Leatt launches an all-new selected range of eco-friendly apparel and the replacement of all plastic packaging with biodegradable, plastic-free packaging on its entire range of Moto and MTB products.
After over 16 years since the creation of the Leatt neck brace, the South African brand known for problem-solving and innovation is taking strides to #SaveOurPlanet. For years, scientists and ecologists have warned about the effects of climate change and industrial pollution. While change cannot be done overnight, 2022 is another milestone year for Leatt as it introduces biodegradable, plastic-free packaging with soy inks on its entire 2022 range of Moto and MTB products. In addition to plastic-free packaging the all-new Leatt Natural Range is released, featuring the brands first sustainably sourced products.
The all-new Leatt Natural range is the beginning of an entirely new journey. Leatt Natural range apparel is made from Eco-Friendly fabrics which are responsibly sourced. The material is more durable so the garment can be used for longer periods and requires less washing due to anti-odor and moisture-wicking properties. The production of these products also requires less water than cotton or polyester. To finish it all off, the product is placed in plastic-free packaging and delivered using consolidated shipping. From source to shop in a responsible fashion. These are products that environmentally conscious consumers can purchase, knowing that the garment is responsible sourced, produced and packaged.
In the Leatt NaturalL range consumers will discover two new materials – the first, Tencel™ Produced from excess tree pulp, Tencel™ is a very high-performance material that offers unmatched comfort and temperature control. Tencel™ is very soft on the skin and delivers supreme comfort.
The second is Yarn. Our yarn is produced from recycled coffee grounds. Yes! Coffee grounds! The Yarn jerseys come in two options: WarmYarn is a fast-drying, odor controlled fabric that will keep you warm on chilly rides. While IceYarn is a breathable fabric, cool to the touch offering low-speed temperature control, leaving the lazer cut ventilation to handle high-speed cooling.
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As I've gotten older, I've become less willing to spend $$s on what's trendy, and more willing to spend $$s on "what lasts".
I expect I'll never spend $200 on a Supreme T-shirt, but I might be willing to spend $24 on a pair of Darn Tough socks or $100 on a pair of Patagonia MTB shorts, because I have experience with both companies that they make their stuff to last, and will absolutely stand behind them if they don't.
I've also had a pretty good experience with Leatt in this regard, though not on the same "send back a 3-year old pair of jeans with a hole in them and we'll patch them and send them back" level. We have one of their convertible full-face helmets that had a buckle break, and they quickly sent out a new one, no hassles or questions.
Contrast that to Smith, who made me fill out a warranty claim form and replace my ENTIRE helmet because the removable foam padding started to come apart. I mean, it's great to get a free new helmet, but not great for the planet to not stock, offer or sell easily replaceable parts that wear quickly.
TL;DR: I'm old and unfashionable.
What business is going to prefer the cost of replacing an entire product when an individual part would suffice? None.
The reason Smith instructed you to throw out the original/defective helmet is because of the legal system and how liability is assigned. If you were to get hurt with a repaired helmet, Smith could be found at fault for this. It is not worth the potential exposure to a huge lawsuit when they can just send you a new helmet.
In my experience, the material that gives the performance they’re promising is Moreno wool, but it’s quite $$s, and I’d be thrilled if there were others.
If that is all I need to do to save the planet and get a shirt, I'm in!
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