AK457 has the theme "For everyone who loves snowy mountains".Among them, professional rider Masanori Takeuchi, who serves as a technical director, faces the snowboarder from the perspective of the snowboarder, installs what is needed there, omits unnecessary things, and is making improvements in the direction of making it simpler. ..Easy to wear, easy to move and functional.The product lineup, which uses high-spec materials to handle all weather conditions, has a thorough commitment to even the smallest details.Especially in the backcountry scene, the pockets are arranged for ease of use, the use of high-tech fabric that can withstand sudden changes in weather conditions, and the use of high-tech fabric that can withstand hard use, cutting and sewing of materials that do not hinder movement, etc. , The ideas unique to AK457 are condensed into each item.
How is Mr. Takeuchi not using such AK457 this time?I asked them about the points while introducing the best setup in various scenes.
ACCESS
AK457 setup is a big success even on the move
This will greatly reduce your travel luggage !!
(Lower body) AK457 MICRO FLEECE PANT: ¥ 34,000
"AK457's MICRO FLEECE is a wide range of items that can be used very well. It's soft to the touch and very comfortable to wear, but this MICRO FLEECEJacketsとPantsYou can go anywhere with the combination of.For example, you can take the Shinkansen as it is and access the slopes. On FLEECEPACKABLE DOWN JACKETIf you wear it, you can handle the cold outside air.In addition, we have newly added to the lineup on days when it snows.LW JACKETYou can wear it.This jacket weighs only 570g and is very light, and it is a simple specification that can be used for town use.Anyway, if you set it up with AK457, your luggage will be compact and you will feel that it will be really easy to move to the snowy mountains. "
EARLY SEASON
The temperature fluctuates sharply, and if it snows, it gets colder.
A setup that can respond to changes in the weather is recommended
(Lower body) (INNER) BASE LAYER PANT FLEECE: ¥ 16,000 (OUTER) HI-TOP PANT: ¥ 79,000
"In winter, the temperature fluctuates drastically, and the temperature drops considerably on cold days. Therefore, a setup with a wide tolerance is useful while dealing with cold snowy days. First, the inner pantsBASE LAYER PANT FLEECEOrMICRO FLEECE PANTIs it either?On warm daysBASE LAYER PANT FLEECEIs enough.OuterHI-TOP PANTYou don't need to layer the inner pants at the beginning of the season as it will prevent moisture from entering and the cold.The upper bodyBASE LAYER HI NECK FLEECEToMICRO FLEECEWearing two pieces of, the outer isGUIDE JACKETCan be handled with. "
(Lower body) (INNER) BASE LAYER PANT FLEECE: ¥ 16,000 (OUTER) HI-TOP PANT: ¥ 79,000
"Also, at the beginning of the season, I don't go into the backcountry so much, so when I only ski on the slopes,BASELAYERAbove and belowLIGHT DOWN JACKETI will go with the setup.DOWN+BASELAYERThe matching is very comfortable to wear and I like it.The down material has also been upgraded and is in very good condition.I often skate in this style around Seki Onsen. "
HIGH SEASON (IN NIIGATA)
A setup that supports all backcountry activities
Be especially careful not to cool the body
(Lower body) (INNER) MICRO FLEECE PANT: ¥ 34,000 (OUTER) HI-TOP PANT: ¥ 79,000
"Basically, I often go into the backcountry during the high season, so I carry a backpack on my back. So I put down in the back and wear down under the outer jacket when it gets cold. It will change a lot.PACKABLE DOWNSince the main body can be stored in the left pocket, it is very compact and light, and has excellent portability.Depending on how cold it is, I change what I bring, whether it's a down jacket or a vest, depending on the day.Since hiking is frequent during the high season, it is necessary to have equipment that can respond to changes in the internal temperature of the garment.If you carry a backpack on your backGUIDE JACKETThe setup with is the basis.GUIDE JACKETYou can access from the zip on the right chest to the goggle pocket and fleece pocket inside the jacket without opening the front zipper.The important thing in the setup is to be able to respond to various movements without cooling the body.HI-TOP PANTMost of the insideFLEECE PANYou can just use T.It's still pretty warm, so it's rare to stack two.For those who like the fitBASE LAYER PANT FLEECEBut it ’s okay. ”
HIGH SEASON (IN HOKKAIDO)
Down is a big success in Hokkaido
However, even if it is cold, basically up to 3 inners
(Lower body) (INNER) MICRO FLEECE PANT: ¥ 34,000 ++ BASE LAYER PANT FLEECE: ¥ 16,000 (OUTER) HI-TOP PANT: ¥ 79,000
"Hokkaido is still below -10 degrees Celsius, so down is still useful here. Also, I'm very careful about the setting of the wear. One thing I would like to give you advice is that the warmth is not the number of layers you wear. That is to say, by setting the gator of each part properly and keeping the outside air from entering as much as possible, it will be quite warm. I think that it will change a lot just by paying attention to that part. And AK457 is such a part. The functions that affect the down jacket are well made, so it is the same as the high season in Niigata.GUIDE JACKETBased on the setup based onPACKABLE DOWNWearingHI-TOP PANTInsideMICRO FEECE PANTToBASE LAYER PANTIt can be fully dealt with by adding.However, I'm almostMICRO FLEECE PANTOne is enough "
(Lower body) (INNER) MICRO FLEECE PANT: ¥ 34,000 ++ BASE LAYER PANT FLEECE: ¥ 16,000 (OUTER) HI-TOP PANT: ¥ 79,000
"Also, if it's a slope or side country in Hokkaido,LIGHT DOWN JACKETAlso plays an active part.In that case, you only need two inners, and if that's not enough, it's like wearing a tech T underneath.Even so, the number of inners does not exceed three, so it does not impair the ease of movement. Since the AK2 pays attention to the cutting of clothing, it is easy to move even if three layers are stacked.Of course the weight is also minimal. "
SPRING SEASON
Light spring laying is a rule of thumb
The new LW JACKET is a big success for the outerwear
(Lower body) (INNER) BASE LAYER PANT FLEECE: ¥ 16,000 (OUTER) HI-TOP PANT: ¥ 79,000
"In the spring season, the inside is lightened anyway.BASELAYERToGUIDE JACKETOrLW JACKETIt is a combination.If you feel a little cold, go to Tech TMICRO FLEECE JACEKETI try to wear an outerwear on top of wearing.Down is no longer necessary during this time.There is a difference in temperature between morning and noon, so we will try to cope with it.In particularLW JACKETBecause it is light, it is easy to move and is very useful in the spring season.Of course, since GORE-TEX® is used, it is okay even in rain or snow, and the advantage of AK457 is that it can be adapted to a wide range of conditions by adjusting the laying on the outer shell.LW JACKETIt's easy to think that it's suitable for spring and early season because of its light appearance, but it can be used at all even in high season depending on the layering. "
With the AK457, it is easy to move in the full season with the minimum necessary layering, and it can handle a wide range of conditions.It has evolved over the years and is quite complete.That's why I think that if you wear it properly, you will get considerable benefits.Actually, the setting is important for the wear.On a cold day, if you make full use of the detailed functions and keep the outside air out of the garment as much as possible, it should be quite warm. If you master the AK457, 2-3 layers are enough even in Hokkaido.
Masanori Takeuchi, who has been at the top of the domestic contest scene since the latter half of the 1980s, has had sessions with world-class riders, and has been leading the domestic snowboarding scene along with the riding scene. The AK457 is a "high-performance product" that has evolved by introducing Takeuchi's own abundant experience with BURTON's technology.For Takeuchi, who is currently active as a backcountry guide, the AK457 is also work wear.Therefore, it is indispensable to have a sense of stability that can withstand any conditions and functionality that can handle all situations. The AK457, which has steadily built up a track record as a project originating in Japan under the BURTON brand, is now attracting attention as there are many requests for products from overseas.
