: 2010 / 2011
AT MILLET, OUR MOTTOS REFLECT OUR CONVICTIONS.
MOUNTAIN BY EXPERIENCE defines what we stand for. But its natural translation for you is the another message: TRUE PRODUCTS - REAL PEOPLE
Legendary mountaineers and outstanding freeriders have marked the world’s mountains with their exploits – extreme ascents and unforgettable descents. But their success has also depended on the performance of the equipment. Practitioners and products form a winning duo! For MILLET, it is essential to ensure precise solutions by offering all functions across every discipline. We have fully identified three mountain disciplines where we lead the way: alpinism (alpine climbing and mountaineering), ski touring, and freeriding. They all perfectly fit our development strategy and our drive to innovate. They share a single “spirit” and, most importantly, the same functional constraints. That’s why versatility of use is a major product asset for MILLET practitioners, who primarily seek equipment of exacting design, quality, reliability and high performance. Thanks for your trust, and have a great winter! The MILLET Team
_ Yannick Graziani & Christian Trommsdorff / Opening a route in alpine style / Nemjung (7,140m).
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_ Jean Annequin / Fjord boat stop in the Lyngen Alps / Norway
ALPINISM
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OUR WORLD, OUR PASSION ONE INSPIRATION: THE MOUNTAINS
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INSPIRED BY PERFORMANCE
SKI TOURING
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Reach summits. Ice, snow, mixed rock. Year-round ascents of towering faces and the highest peaks. Glacier climbing.
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INSPIRED BY MOVEMENT
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Far away from ski lifts. Snow and mountains in total freedom. Star-shaped walking itineraries. Multi-day raids. Secret coombs and couloirs of powder snow.
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INSPIRED BY SLOPES Riding in powder snow. Snow and mountains in total freedom, all over the world. Secret coombs and virgin faces. Steep, north-facing couloirs. High rocky ledges. Conifer forests. ///
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_ Philippe Batoux on “Bringing Home the Bacon”, Chamonix
INSPIRED BY PERFORMANCE Philippe Batoux, high-mountain guide and teacher at France’s National School of Skiing and Alpinism (ENSA) As with MILLET, my defining world is and always will be alpinism. Reaching summits ethically is my prime motivation. Ice, snow, mixed – the terrain matters little. The mountains only offer good reasons for vertical play. Since 1950, Millet has made technical, quality, high-performing equipment. And the company is constantly evolving. It meets practitioners’ expectations and embraces the latest technologies in an endless drive to innovate. Their unrivalled experience is applied to products that benefit from the best materials and are guaranteed by field tests performed with a team of technical advisers of which I’m proud to be a member.
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EXPERIENCE 2010 / 2011
Photos : David Ravanel
Yann Delevaux
MILLET: OFFICIAL SUPPLIER TO THE CHAMONIX GUIDES COMPANY Yann Delevaux: Member of the Chamonix Guides Company and MILLET Technical Adviser All MILLET gear comes to life in the Mont Blanc Massif – our very special lab, and the remarkable playground of the world’s mountaineers. Today, MILLET is proud to be official supplier to the prestigious Chamonix Guides Company. The partnership makes perfect sense, so entwined are our destinies in the sphere of Alpine adventure. It encompasses unique experiences and and outstanding figures such as Gaston Rebuffat, René Demaison, Christophe Profit and many others. The energy exuded by the MONT BLANC Massif – the purity of its peaks, the commitment its faces demand, the depth of its history – require us daily to remain humble and respect our environment. That, too, is the mountaineer’s role!
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ALPINIST STRETCH GTX JACKET ///
PROTECTIVE SHELL /// 3 LAYERS
PROTECTIVE SHELLS
THERMAL LAYERS
THE ULTIMATE PROTECTIVE JACKET, COMBINING STRETCH FREEDOM WITH CERAMICTM RESISTANCE
The Alpinist jacket stems from several months’ development and a combination of the latest technical fabrics. Featuring a 3-layers GORE-TEX® Pro Shell, it offers exceptional resistance to abrasion. With its CeramicTM reinforced shoulders and elbows, it withstands the toughest tests. Its all-stretch construction provides exceptional freedom of movement.
FABRIC / GORE-TEX® Pro Shell VARUNA 3L CARLINE BASE LAYERS WEIGHT / 2522 g
Easy HoodTM with 3D adjustment Ceramic TM reinforcements
Easy Access™ zipped pocket Flex ComfortTM ergonomic construction
Velcro cuff adjusters
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Outstanding breathability-to-strength ratio With the high-tech functionality of
GORE-TEX® Pro Shells are designed with highly breathable fabrics offering the highest resistance to abrasion for extreme conditions, to meet the requirements of advanced practitioners.
ASCENT STRETCH GTX JACKET 3L
K EXPERT GTX JACKET 3L
RADIKAL GTX JACKET 3L
A protective jacket for modern mountaineering, offering waterproof, stretch performance. Inner fleece lining to optimise thermal regulation. Waterproof underarm zip vents. Zip-off powder skirt.
Millet’s pace-setting jacket for advanced mountaineers. Waterproof, breathable, abrasion-resistant protection thanks to Super Fabric® guard plates. Incredibly comfortable, with stretch inserts and underarm zip vents.
GORE-TEX® Soft Shell exchange 3L 850 g
GORE-TEX® Pro Shell Khumbu 3L 700 g
ASCENT STRETCH GTX PANT 3L
LADY KAOLIN GTX JACKET 3L
LADY AXON PRO JACKET 3L
Protective pant for absolute comfort. Ergonomic cut coupled with stretch comfort. Articulated knees / removable braces / integral gaiters.
Technical protective jacket for women mountaineers. Sporty cut specially tailored to female morphology. Stretch inserts / Flex Comfort™ preformed elbows.
Lightweight, effective protection for mountain disciplines. Ergonomic women’s cut and protective drop back. Waterproof zips / Underarm vents.
GORE-TEX® Soft Shell exchange 3L 850 g
GORE-TEX® Soft Shell Titanium 3L 510 g
GORE-TEX® Soft Shell Titanium 3L 420 g
Radically different design, with off-centre main zip. Enhanced comfort courtesy of stretch inserts and increased helmet volume. For its protection and low weight, a must. GORE-TEX® Pro Shell Titanium & Khumbu 3L 630 g
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_ Philippe Batoux / Nant de l’Enfer / France
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NUPTSE STRETCH GTX JACKET ///
PROTECTIVE SHELL /// 2 LAYERS
PROTECTIVE SHELLS
THERMAL LAYERS
EFFICIENCY, VERSATILITY AND COMFORT
A lightweight protective jacket for all your activities. With the waterproof, breathable Nuptse, you can enjoy hiking on foot, skis or in snowshoes in all conditions. Integral stash hood. Large zipped pockets. Protective drop back and underarm zip vents.
ADJUSTABLE HOOD STRETCH PANES
FABRIC / GORE-TEX速 Performance Shell WEIGHT / 690 g WATERPROOF ZIPS
CARLINE BASE LAYERS
PREFORMED ELBOWS CUFFS ADJUSTERS
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All-weather performance guaranteed
With the high-tech functionality of
Designed for superb comfort, the products in the GORE-TEX速 Performance Shell range are breathable and durably water/windproof. They thus suit the full array of outdoor activities.
AERIAL MAX EVO GTX JACKET All-stretch protective jacket Super Fabric® shoulder plates* 3 waterproof zipped pockets GORE-TEX® Paclite Shell 2.5L 540 g * on men’s model only
EXPLORER GTX JACKET Versatile protective jacket. Plenty of zipped pockets. Central zip with protective underflap. GORE-TEX® Trek Performance Shell 2L 800 g
CELESTIAL GTX JACKET Multi-activity protective jacket. Mesh lining promotes moisture wicking. Underarm zip vents. GORE-TEX® Trek Performance Shell 2L 750 g
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W3 WDS COMPOSITE JACKET ///
ACTION SHELLS
NEW-GENERATION DESIGN FOR ULTIMATE VERSATILITY OF USE
ACTION SHELL /// WINDSTOPPER®
CompositTM construction means combining the best materials to match their degree of exposure to external factors. In the upper jacket areas, Millet replaces PROTECTIVE SHELLS the windproof Windstopper® fabric by the guaranteed waterproofing and breathability of Gore-Tex®. The result: maximum comfort across a wide range of activities and weather conditions, without the need for multi-layers protection. / Windstopper® Soft Shell Stretch Gore-Tex® Paclite® Shell WEIGHT / 2522 g
HELMET-COMPATIBLE HOOD GORE-TEX® PACLITE® WINDSTOPPER®
THERMAL LAYERSFABRIC
ERGONOMIC STRETCH CUT
CARLINE BASE LAYERS
CUFF ADJUSTERS
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The WINDSTOPPER® breathable membrane is bonded between two layers: a water-repellent, knitted outer face and a warm, comfortable knitted lining.
_ Philippe Batoux / “Magic Mushroom”, El Cap
OREGON W3 WDS HOODIE Worn close to the body, the Oregon jacket protects you from the elements and promotes perspiration transfer. Shoulders and arm reinforcements. Underarm zip vents. Windstopper® Soft Shell Stretch Taîfun 565 g
W3 WDS PRO JACKET The ultra-functional W3 is used daily by the Chamonix Guides Company. Reduced weight but high protection. Pockets compatible with harness wearing. Windstopper® Soft Shell Stretch Taîfun 549 g
SKY 501 WDS JACKET For cold, windy belaying locations Excellent thermal insulating power Flex Comfort™ preformed elbows WINDSTOPPER® Soft Shell. Windstopper® Soft Shell Skyrun High loft 730 g
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BELAY COMPOSITE JACKET /// THERMAL LAYERS
HIGH PERFORMANCE WITH AN OUTSTANDING WARMTH-TO-WEIGHT RATIO
FABRIC / Pertex® Microlight Active Element Shield Soft Shell Primaloft® One WEIGHT / 606 g
HELMET-COMPATIBLE HOOD
ELEMENT SHIELDTM + EASE OF MOVEMENT + PROTECTION
PRIMALOFT®
+ WARMER + LIGHTER
ADJUSTABLE CUFFS AND HEM
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THERMAL LAYERS /// PRIMALOFT®
The comfort and protection of a soft shell coupled with the warmth of Primaloft® insulation. Ideal for tackling damp cold conditions during winter excursions. A CARLINE BASE LAYERS warm jacket with a unique thermal insulation-to-abrasion resistance ratio.
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BELAY DEVICE JACKET This jacket – insulated, lightweight, compressible, water-repellent – is your best winter companion. Two-way zip and preformed elbows. Primaloft® + Pertex® Microlight 612 g
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COMPOSITE PRIMALOFT JACKET Speed of progression is key for many alpinists – so weight is too. Worn by itself or beneath a protective jacket, this jacket is our best response to lighten your winter gear set. Element shield + Primaloft® + Pertex® Microlight Men : 460 g / Women : 440 g
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DOWN THE WARMEST, MOST NATURAL KIND OF THERMAL INSULATION
THERMAL LAYERS /// DOWN
THERMAL LAYERS
CARLINE BASE LAYERS
EXPERT DOWN JACKET
DOWN ALPINE JACKET
LADY QUANTUM DOWN JACKET
Our best-performing down jacket, tested on many 7,000m-plus summits. An excellent level of thermal insulation. Protective hood and collar, with large pockets. Supplied with compression bag.
The down’s natural warmth is sealed and partitioned by extremely light, strong fabric. The best warmth-to-weight ratio for extreme dry cold. Supplied with compression bag.
Down jacket tailored specially to female morphology. White goose down insulation provides superb comfort for activities in very cold weather.
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GOOSE DOWN 90 / 10
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_ Patrice Glairon Rappaz / Four-star hotel suite on the slopes of Nuptse
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THERMAL UNDERWEAR ///
BASE LAYER® ///
CARLINE BASE LAYERS
TO FULLY BENEFIT FROM OUR CLOTHING’S PERFORMANCE, A SUITABLE BASE LAYER IS KEY
Carline® Seamless
Carline® Fusion
Technical and functional. Wear it like a second skin.
Combining natural and synthetic fibres. A contribution to our eco-responsible commitment.
CARLINE SEAMLESS WOOL
CARLINE FUSION ZIP
Worn next to the skin, our SEAMLESS range, which has zero stitching at the main friction points, features knit densities that differ by body zone: thicker or more aerated, according to thermal and wicking needs. These undergarments benefit from an exclusive composition: . Merino wool for maximum warmth . Polyamide for resistance to abrasion . Polypropylene for its hydrophobic properties . Elasthane for exceptional stretch comfort.
Bodymapping construction meets the requirements of each body area. The optimised combination of natural and synthetic fibres enhances comfort and performance. Each fibre quality satisfies specific criteria. Wool is naturally warm and anti-bacterial. Polyester promotes moisture wicking and fabric strength. The use of recycled fibres in the blend perfectly illustrates our intent to gradually develop products with minimal impact on our planet.
Merinos Wool
Merinos Wool
Carline® Thermolite Excellent protection against cold. Superb next-to-skin comfort. Anti-bacterial treated.
CARLINE THERMOLITE ZIP Made with a hollow fibre by Dupont De Nemours, guaranteeing excellent protection against cold, even in the toughest weather conditions – and with no extra weight. The hollow, multi-filament fibres retains warmth while removing water vapour to keep you dry. The brushed lining ensures superb nextto-skin comfort. The SANITIZED® anti-bacterial treatment prevents odour retention. Thermolite is quick-drying, easy-care and requires no ironing.
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PURE LITE 30 ///
BACKPACKS ///
SELECTED BY THE CHAMONIX GUIDES COMPANY FOR ITS SIMPLICITY, THIS PACK IS RUGGED AND FUNCTIONAL
The Pure Lite is driven by a strong, obvious concept for high-mountain disciplines: reduce and simplify, to focus on essentials. The four volumes in the range (20, 24, 30 and 40 litres) perfectly suit your excursion profiles and the gear they require. Weighing less than 1 kg, the PURE LITE 30 is condensed efficiency. It incorporates new, stronger and lighter materials, and a comfortable carry system: the ErgoliteTM back. MATERIALS / Nylon 420D HD Oxford VOLUME / 30 LITERS WEIGHT / 1400 g
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ERGOLITETM BACK Lightweight, heat-moulded foam back with ventilation channels. Ergonomics tailored for easier access to harness.
Particularly ergonomic back system for mountaineering. Injected anatomic plate preforms the pack’s back. Floating shoulder-straps roll over shoulders. Cut-out hipbelt ensures more flexible back fit. Breathable 3D mesh contact points.
PEUTEREY 40
PEUTEREY 35 LIMITED
On a demanding mountain route, it’s important to perform the right moves and have a well-organised pack. The PEUTEREY 40 ticks the box, with its convenient, robust crampons pocket and direct-access main compartment.
This model features every technical response: pure styling, dedicated accessory set, ergonomics and strength. With ski holders, ice axe holder, compression straps. WEIGTH / 1400 g
WEIGTH / 1910 g
RADIKAL 32
PROLIGHT 35
Our most complete pack. Front pull-out ski holder and helmet holder. Metal buckle and gear holder for greater strength. Light, extremely robust Tactel® fabric.
The Prolight – a recognised standard-setter in the alpine world for its uncompromising design – has scaled every massif in the world. Its Vertical Alpine back system provides excellent carrying comfort: on your ascents, you’ll forget it’s there.
WEIGTH / 1300 g
WEIGTH / 1370 g
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RADIKAL PRO ///
FOOTWEAR ///
TECHNICAL BOOT FOR WINTER MOUNTAINEERING. DESIGNED FOR MODERN GLACIER CLIMBING IN COLLABORATION WITH PHILIPPE BATOUX
Waterproof, ventilated, high-cut upper with integral protective gaiter. DOUBLE WALL® insulating construction combined with honeycomb structure and AIR SKIN® lining allow free circulation of air. Quick, precise BOA lacing system. Precise fit. Automatic crampon compatible. Vibram® TETON outsole. ISOTHERMAL TO -20°C WEIGHT / 2522 g
Composite torsion box heel case for greater protection and reduced weight.
Vibram® outsole with central cut-outs for minimum weight.
Boa system for precise, easy lace tightening, even in gloves.
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ROPE ///
ABSOLUTE PRO 9 mm /// THE ULTIMATE FUSION OF TECHNICAL EXPERTISE, UNIQUE EXPERIENCE AND CROSS-DISCIPLINE VERSATILITY
The ABSOLUTE PRO is a triple-standard rope with the lowest impact force in its category. Strand deformation capacity is achieved by greater torsion rather than by a high rise in shrinkage temperature. Which means: . Built-in deformation = Greater flexibility . Less aggressive shrinkage = Longer life . Perfect balance. Confirmed by breaking strength at 2030daN for 54g of polyamide, i.e. 98% of the theoretical optimal result achievable by adding core strength + sheath strength. Tested by the Chamonix Guides Company.
SINGLE ROPE
DOUBLE ROPE
TWIN ROPE
54 g 590 daN 15 32.3 % 40
54 g 900 daN 37 28 % 40
1 WEIGHT PER METTRE IMPACT FORCE NUMBER OF FALLS ELONGATION NUMBER OF STRANDS
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54 g 780 daN 5 36 % 40
_ Yann Delevaux / Argentière, Chamonix
ICE FALL GTX GLOVE /// ANY GLACIER CLIMBING FAN WILL TELL YOU: YOU MUST HAVE GOOD GLOVES...
A new technical glove for alpine climbing. Long cuffs with EVA reinforcements on knuckle and sides. Hyperloft thermal insulation. Pittard leather reinforcements with Kevlar stitching for enhanced durability. Wide velcro cuff adjuster tabs. Cyberian cordlock for quick fastening without removing glove. Top: Durable Amazone Stretch 100% PE - DWR treated Palm: 100% Pittard goat leather / Palm seams: Kevlar Insert: GORE-TEX® / Insulation: Hyperloft Lining: Micro Bemberg, 100% Pe + fleece
CUIR leather
EXPEDITION MITT Expedition mitt with dual insulation: goose down on knuckle for maximum warmth, and Hyperloft on palm for better grip and hydrophobic properties.
MOMENTUM X FIT GTX GLOVE Excellent grip thanks to GORE-TEX® X-TRAFIT™ construction: insert is directly bonded to shell and lining. Leather palm for extended durability.
ESCAPE GLOVE
WOOL GLOVE
For all active disciplines. All-stretch and good water resistance, thanks to PU membrane. Exterior seams provide exceptional inner comfort. Reinforced palms.
The incomparable warmth of wool, reinforced by lightweight insulation midlayer and brushed mesh lining. Leather-reinforced palms for excellent resistance to abrasion.
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_ Jean Annequin / Lyngen / Norway
INSPIRED BY MOVEMENT Stéphane Brosse, ski mountaineering world champion Through my collaboration with Millet, I’ve been able to draw up a very precise specifications package for the development of the ski touring range. To promote movement, we have prioritised stretch, windproof fabrics with high breathability, cut in very ergonomic style. To optimise weight and technical prowess, we have taken a purely functional approach, with innovative fabrics, dedicated design, and, most of all, the eradication of superfluous weight – every gram matters! To respect the safety obligation, we have developed efficient, durable protective jackets, and optimisedvolume packs with high-performing compartments for avalanche kit, crampon pocket and ice axe holder.
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EXPERIENCE 2010 / 2011
Jean Annequin
THE ZAGROS MOUNTAINS Jean Annequin, Millet technical adviser « Why go skiing in Iran? Because there’s snow, and mountain slopes that are particularly suitable for skiing. But my decision was driven mainly by an appetite for wild, unspoilt places, where the idea of discovery acquires its full meaning. After Mongolia, South Georgia and the Caucuses... the Zagros Mountains in Iran caught my eye! I’ve always thought that ski touring is a fabulous way of discovering mountain ranges but also peoples. During winter, there is less activity in the Iranian mountains. It’s a season when the villages are snow-shrouded, quiet and sometimes cutoff, and so the locals have time to spare and share. In February 2009, I prepared this project in the Zagros Mountains to the west of Ispahan, where most of the peaks exceed 4,000m. The result was extraordinary. Great powder covering endless summits, far from the crowds, and best of all, an incredible rapport with the inhabitants ».
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ACTION SHELLS
SUPER TOURING JACKET /// THE FAVOURITE SHELL OF MILLET’S TECHNICAL ADVISERS FOR SKI TOURING
ACTION SHELL /// POLARTEC®
Extremely strong, with a water-resistant exterior and a lining that promotes moisture wicking. The use of stretch yarn permits superior in-action comfort. This construcPROTECTIVE SHELLS tion creates a real armour that blocks 95% of wind without impairing your freedom of movement. Flex Comfort™ ergonomic cut. Drop back for enhanced protection. Waterproof zips. FABRIC / POWER SHIELDTM Light & Stretch THERMAL LAYERSWEIGHT / 465g
WRAPAROUND HOOD STRETCH MATERIALS
PREFORMED ELBOWS
CARLINE BASE LAYERS
CUFF ADJUSTERS
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The POLARTEC® windproof membrane is bonded between two layers: a water-repellent knit exterior, and a warm, comfortable knit lining.
PIERRA MENT’ JACKET & PANT Specially designed for intensive ski mountaineering. An exclusive assembly of components geared to abrasion resistance and breathability. Extremely breathable stretch back. Shoulder and forearm reinforcements. Two Direct Access™ chest pockets. Lycra stash hood. Lycra inner cuffs. Vueltex Knit 750 g
HYBRID MEZZA JACKET & PANT Exclusive protection worn next to the skin, for rapid up/downward progression. Hybrid construction with stretch panels. Front opening, two zipped pockets, depth-adjustable collar and inside net pocket. Polartec® Power ShieldTM Light & Stretch 345 g
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COULOIR 30 LITE ///
BACKPACKS ///
INNOVATION, FUNCTIONALITY AND LIGHTNESS
Weight control is a serious issue in many mountain activities, but in ski touring it’s crucial. Single-buckle pack with direct-access, elasticated compartment for shovel and probe. Front ski holder with pull-out straps. Two side net pockets for skins and accessories. Side compression straps. FPP™ ice axe holder. Hipbelt with zipped pocket for knives. FABRICS / 210D Ripstop & N1300D Ballistic VOLUME / 30 LitERs WEIGHT / 800 g
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COULOIR 35+ PRO
A pack tailored to ski raids, with adjustable volume thanks to flap and extendible lid. Dedicated multi-compartment pocket for avalanche safety-gear storage: shovel and probe. Hipbelt with zipped pocket for knives. Front ski holder with pull-out straps. Side compression straps. 2 FPP™ ice axe holders. Camera pocket and zipped document pocket. 420D HD Oxford N1300D Ballistic Hypalon® 1400 g
TOURING COMP 20 Our ski-touring backpacks often feature on the top podium step of mythical races – and this new model should be no exception. U-shaped opening / Direct-access crampon compartment / Housing for flexible snow shovel / Front net pocket / Diagonal ski holder / Ski holding strap for carrying second pair / Waterpouch compartment with velcro fasteners / Probe housing / Supplied with snow shovel Tactel® Cordura 140D soft DIA RS 210D DIA Ripstop 400 g
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_ Cedric Pugin / Val d’Isere / Photo P. Royer.
INSPIRED BY SLOPES Rocket Pugin, interview by par Guillaume Desmurs At Millet, our vision of freeride skiing reflects our technical adviser Cedric Pugin. We have been working together for five years, and totally subscribe to his philosophy. « Now aged 28, he’s a well-balanced skier who has established his own style. All he asks for is the pleasure of skiing – and if possible, skiing very very fast down a steep slope. He skis as if he doesn’t want to disturb the natural order of the mountains. And in our world of ambient noise and ephemeral gestures, that warms the soul. We need skiers like Cédric – pillars of the snowsports community – to remind us of our roots. He cuts a striking figure, for example on a Grand Raid Master descent. I was on a huge slope to watch the racers hurtling out of a couloir that I had negotiated sideways, stepping down ‘stairs’. He devoured it in a single curve and propelled himself, untrembling, straight down the slope, streamlined like a rocket. He zoomed past maybe a metre away, in treacherous springtime snow, near the speed of sound. He was unassailable. His line seemed indestructible. And it was. He won the competition ».
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EXPERIENCE 2010 / 2011
Antoine Bletton & Thomas Gautheron.
SULTANA RIDE This ski project in Alsaka was backed by Millet Expedition Project. Here’s an diary extract: « Amazing: we scaled our three acclimatisation summits with at least two firsts on skis, then achieved our main objective, Mount Foraker, in just a three-day climb. It was only the second skied descent of the Sultana Ridge, and certainly the first from the summit – in fact, no one had climbed to the summit in the past two years... Superb atmosphere, great people, and some nightmare situations! All in all, loads of memories that will stay etched in our minds forever! Next, we’ll have to work to make up all the dollars spent in the bar. But then we’ll head off again for fresh adventures – that’s a guarantee! Higher up, and further east...»
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PROTECTIVE SHELL /// GORE-TEX®
PROTECTIVE SHELLS
RECOGNISED, GUARANTEED PERFORMANCE LEVELS FOR UNLIMITED COMFORT
THERMAL LAYERS
CARLINE BASE LAYERS
ADDICTION GTX JACKET
PRO RIDER GTX JACKET
With this jacket, MILLET gives riders all its mountain experience: GORE-TEX® membrane to ski in all conditions. Stretch construction for greater ease of movement. Excellent ThermoliteTM insulation. Waterproof zips, powder skirt, lycra inner cuffs. The Addiction jacket also features RECCO avalanche search technology.
Enjoying the lightest snow often means skiing in sub-zero temperatures. This warm protection, equipped with powder skirt and adjustable cuffs and hem, is ideal for such cold sessions. The GORE-TEX® membrane and underarm vents ensure high breathability. And your pass has its natural home: in a dedicated forearm pocket.
Gore-Tex® Performance Shell Stretch 1110 g
Gore-Tex® Performance Shell Stretch 1120 g
_ Caroline Meynet / Photo P. Lebeau
LADY ADDICT GTX JACKET An exceptional protective jacket, designed to perfectly fit the female body. Highly accomplished technically, with a GORE-TEX速 membrane, ThermoliteTM insulation and stretch panels, this garment also offers superb styling including an asymmetric central zip. Gore-Tex速 Performance Shell Stretch 1110 g
LADY RIDE GTX JACKET Functional protection tailored to the female body. Waterproof and breathable, with heat-sealed seams, zip-off hood, waterproof zips and ThermoliteTM insulation. The Lady Ride Jacket reveals its full potential during long days of ski freeriding. Gore-Tex速 Performance Shell Stretch 965 g
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X-TREM 3L JACKET & PANT ///
PROTECTIVE SHELL /// DRYEDGETM
PROTECTIVE SHELLS
THERMAL LAYERS
CARLINE BASE LAYERS
MILLET DEPLOYS ITS KNOW-HOW FOR FREERIDERS
This three-layers protection, designed by and for freeriders, stands out with its reduced weight and high-quality finish. The DryEdgeTM membrane, exclusive to MILLET, guarantees high breathability, and the choice of ultra-rugged fabrics ensures excellent resistance to abrasion. Its biggest asset? The precise cut of the pant, which gives the back wraparound protection, with side adjusters that adapt perfectly to your bodyshape. FABRIC / DRYEDGETM X-trem 3 layers WEIGHT / Jacket: 905 g / Pant: 870 g
Waterproof and breathable.
Waterproof YKK zips X-TREM 3L PANT Waterproof and stretch ergonomic cut / Very protective high waistband / Long zip vents / Scuff cuffs / Integral gaiters Powder skirt
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The DRYEDGETM combines superior waterproofing with excellent moisture permeability that will stand the test of time. It also offers a soft, flexible texture.
_ Cedric Pugin on a forest excursion / Photo: P. Royer
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PROTECTIVE SHELL /// DRYEDGETM
PROTECTIVE SHELLS
THERMAL LAYERS
KULTURE BACK JACKET The Kulture Back Jacket is the fruit of Millet’s technical know-how combined with an exclusive all-over print fabric. Loose cut, with waterproof and breathable DryEdgeTM membrane. Zip vents, powder skirt, zip-off hood. This protective garment is directly inspired by the backcountry world. 2 layers Dryedge® Herringbone 1375 g
CARLINE BASE LAYERS
SNOW VIBE PRINT JACKET Strong visual styling for this warm protective jacket, intended for ski freeriding. DryEdgeTM membrane, plenty of pockets with waterproof zips (including one for pass). Powder skirt, and lycra inner cuffs for greater comfort.. 2 layers Dryedge® Herringbone 1250 g
LADY EMOTION JACKET
LADY AIR VIBRATION JACKET
LADY AIR POWDER JACKET
Protective jacket featuring DryEdgeTM membrane in pure freeride spirit / Hood with dual adjustment Powder skirt
Freeriding jacket tailored to female bodyshape All seams heat-sealed Waterproof zips
The freeriding vibe for women Asymmetric cut / Waterproof zips Powder skirt
2 layers DryedgeTM stretch 1125 g
2 layers DryedgeTM Herringbone 1125 g
2 layers DryedgeTM stretch 1250 g
SNOW DREAM GTX GLOVE
STRETCH DESCENT GLOVE
LADY SIDEWALL GTX MITT
Warm, waterproof, breathable glove thanks to its GORE-TEX速 insert. Long cuffs, with wide velcro cuff adjuster tabs. Warm Fiberfill insulation. Leather palms.
Stretch glove for freeriding, with long cuffs and wide velcro cuff adjuster tabs. Embossed EVA reinforcements on fingers. With the DryEdge insert, you can confront all conditions.
Specially designed for winter activities, allowing flexibility and warmth thanks to Primaloft速 insulation. Guaranteed waterproof and breathable thanks to GORE-TEX速 insert.
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BIG POWDER 25 PRO ///
BACKPACKS ///
100% TECHNICAL, 100% EXPERT, 100% MILLET
As its name suggests, the Big Powder pack is dedicated to serious powder. Its high volume carries all the gear you need for a daylong excursion, and, most importantly, gives you quick simple access to your avalanche safety equipment through the large rear opening. The heat-moulded back system ensures high carrying comfort. The fabrics have been selected to stop snow sticking to and wetting the back system. Front ski holder with pull-out straps, snowboard holding straps, ice axe holder, goggles pocket, and compression straps. FABRICS / Ball Shadow 420D Dobby & 600D Polyester VOLUME / 25 LITERS WEIGHT/ 1400 g
GOGGLES POCKET
SNOWBOARD HOLDER
ICE AXE HOLDER
RESCUE BACK POCKET
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Direct access to a multi-compartment pocket that holds your avalanche safety equipment. The pocket contains safety instructions and European emergency telephone numbers. More informations at
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SKI HOLDER
ABS RIDER 18 Freeriding pack with a removable back system compatible with the Vario ABS back system: an airbag keeps the skier at the avalanche surface. Front ski holder, snowboard holder, ice axe holder, gear holder on hipbelt. VOLUME / 18 LITERS WEIGHT/ 2522 g
TOTEM series Our TOTEM packs are slim-shaped to stay pressed against the skier’s back. Adapted to carry skis or snowboard, these packs are perfect for freeriding or in-resort excursions. The main compartment is divided, to accommodate your avalanche safety equipment. . TOTEM 15 liters / 1070 g . TOTEM LIMITED LADY 12 liters / 1000 g . TOTEM LIMITED 18 liters / 1100 g
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