In the mountains, there are some technical garments that you keep to hand all year round, because they never give you away. Peak Performance's new Freelight Crew, launched this spring 2025, falls squarely into this category.
Designed for both high-intensity and long-term use, this long-sleeved T-shirt ticks all the boxes of a good outdoor companion: lightweight, thermoregulating, hard-wearing, ultra-breathable and versatile enough to take you hiking, spring skiing, trail riding or mountain biking.
Technology for comfort
In textiles, the Polartec® Power Grid™ is the star. This high-tech fabric is distinguished by its grid construction, which retains heat when it's needed while allowing moisture to escape. The result: even when you're working hard uphill or under a shy high-altitude sun, you stay dry, at the right temperature and, above all, free to move.
Far from thick, bulky mid-layers, the Freelight is extremely lightweight (you can roll it into a fist), without sacrificing anything in terms of warmth or durability. We also appreciate the flat seams, which prevent chafing, and the stretchy cut that naturally follows the body's movements, even in technical sections.
Details that make all the difference
The Freelight Crew goes further with discreet but clever finishes: a zipped chest pocket for a bar or map, a flat elastic hem that fits neatly under a bag or harness, and sober embroidered logos (the Peak Performance touch on the chest, the emblematic P on the sleeve).
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Available in two colours for each gender - orange and black for men, burgundy and black for women - and in sizes S to 2XL (XS to XL for women), this technical garment is aimed at both seasoned mountaineers and casual hikers, provided you're prepared to invest in quality: retail price: 160 euros.
Whether you're going on a day trip or a cross-country tour, the Freelight Crew is like a second skin you'll never leave. It's the kind of piece that disappears into your bag... until you need it. And then it's easy to see why it's worth the price.