US Winter Olympics Medal Ceremony Apparel

The apparel that US Olympic and Paralympic athletes will wear during the medal ceremonies at the Vancouver Winter Games was unveiled by Nike and the US Olympic Committee in Beaverton today. The gear, which of course emphasizes warmth and the US Olympic team color blue, was designed via Nike Considered guidelines in order to minimize the ecological impact by reducing excess waste and toxics.

The performance of the clothing is designed with cues from Nike’s ACG line, the jacket using 100% recycled polyester fabric and 800-fill down insulation to ensure a light-weight and breathable shell that is still waterproof and warm. Also, the gradient fading on the jacket is unique to each athlete, so no two are the same.

The pants also use ACG considered technology, creating a waterproof bottom made from 100% recycled polyester fabrication again prioritizing light weight and breathability.

Last, the athletes will wear the Nike Air Blazer ACG on their feet, also created using Nike Considered Design to ensure a stylish shoe with a classic silhouette with an environmentally-friendly production.

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