C.P. Shell-R is a recurring C.P. Company softshell used on both Lens and Goggle outerwear. Current official product descriptions define it as a three-layer recycled polyester softshell with mechanical stretch.
How is current C.P. Shell-R constructed?
C.P. Company describes the fabric as a recycled multifilament three-layer softshell, bonded for water resistance and wind protection. Current examples quote a 5000 mm water column and anti-drop treatment.
Does every older C.P. Shell-R have the same numbers?
Do not assume so. Specifications can change across seasons, so use the 5000 mm figure only for product versions where C.P. Company actually states it.
Lens jacket or Goggle jacket?
C.P. Shell-R is the fabric family; Lens and Goggle describe product details. The same material can appear on a sleeve-Lens jacket or a hooded Goggle Jacket.
Pre-owned checks
- Inside laminate for separation or bubbling.
- Stretch face fabric for abrasion.
- Lens/goggle condition.
- Zips, cuffs and hem adjusters.
- Exact article code before applying care instructions.
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Why the three-layer construction matters
A three-layer softshell combines several jobs in one textile: an outer face, a functional inner layer and a backing. That means condition should be checked from both sides. A clean-looking exterior can still hide laminate problems on the inside.
How it differs from a simple windbreaker
C.P. Shell-R is designed as a bonded technical textile rather than a single lightweight woven shell. That is why the inside surface, stretch behaviour and water-column specification matter when comparing it with simpler nylon jackets.
C.P. Shell-R FAQs
Is C.P. Shell-R always a Goggle Jacket?
No. It is used on both Goggle and Lens models.
Can the outer face wet out even if the laminate is intact?
Yes. Surface water repellency and structural laminate condition are separate things.
Official references
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