Real World Testing™ Cold Comfort Testing
One of Baffin's main points of difference is our real-world testing and the stories that are ready to be told. Our Goal is to use the Real-World Testing™ (RWT™) level evolution as a vehicle to bridging the gap between product and application. RWT™ acts as the catalyst for sharing these stories, experienced internally and by customers alike.
RWT™ is a system which helps to recommend comfort levels associated with Baffin footwear. Each level has been determined by extensive use of Baffin product in real-world application on expeditions and job sites around the world. Alongside our ambassadors and end-users, we test all product ourselves by putting on our footwear and heading into the elements.
Each rating is associated with a suggested level of activity cold-comfort.
POLAR RATED
For the coldest moments on Earth. Polar Rated cold-comfort is achieved with moderate to high activity and has been Polar Proven® by us on expeditions to both the North and South Poles.
Previously Temperature Rating: -100°C/-148°F
ARCTIC RATED
For adventurous pursuits in extreme cold temperatures. Arctic Rated cold-comfort is achieved with moderate to high activity and has been proven in the Arctic.
Previously Temperature Rating: -70°C/-94°F
TUNDRA RATED
For frozen or snow-covered terrain. Tundra Rated cold-comfort is achieved with high activity and has been proven by us on frozen Tundra, at latitude and altitudes during Canadian winters.
Previously Temperature Rating: Up to -40°C/-40°F
NORTHERN RATED
For the most diverse cold-experiences, where both wet or icy conditions may be present. Northern Rated cold-comfort is achieved with moderate activity and has been proven by us from rivers to glaciers across the North.
Previously Temperature Rating: -20°C/-4°F
ELEMENTAL RATED
Foundational and functional performance for the active lifestyle. Elemental Rated cold-comfort is achieved with light activity and has been proven by us around the Great Lakes, parks and city streets to provide protection from elements.
Previously Temperature Rating: -10°C/-4°F
HIGH LEVELS OF ACTIVITY
Moderate to high levels of activity are achieved when a user's heart rate is between 60% and 79% of their heart rate max. Examples of this type of activity may include winter expeditions, trekking, snowshoeing, etc.
MODERATE LEVEL OF ACTIVITY
Moderate levels of activity are achieved when a user's heart rate is between 55% and 69% of their heart rate max. Examples of this type of ativity may include brisk walking, foraging, hiking, etc.
LIGHT LEVEL OF ACTIVITY
Light levels of activity are achieved when a user's heart rate is between 45% and 59% of their heart rate max. Examples of this type if activity may include slow walking, camping, fishing, etc.
