Backcountry, one of the leading premium destinations for outdoor gear and apparel, and Xpore, a high‑performance and eco-responsible textile technology brand developed by BenQ Materials, have announced a new partnership with the Jamaica Bobsleigh & Skeleton Federation to outfit all Jamaica bobsleigh and skeleton athletes in official outerwear attire.

As the official outerwear partner, Backcountry will outfit the team in a full range of kits from its premium in‑house brand, Backcountry Gear & Apparel, for both competition and training. Featured styles include the Crest Cruiser Insulated Jacket and Pants, the Waas ALLIED Down Hooded Jacket and Pants, and the Cedars RWS Merino Baselayers, all designed to deliver innovative, technical and sustainable performance. 

Together, these pieces provide everything from snow outerwear built for harsh alpine environments to versatile lifestyle apparel that supports athletes year‑round—from mountain to main street. Xpore will serve as the official textile technology partner and, through its relationship with Backcountry, will supply advanced jacket uniforms engineered for elite winter sport performance. 

Details of outerwear attire 

The uniforms incorporate Xpore Dynax 2L’s waterproof, breathable and environmentally responsible PFC‑free membrane technology to deliver reliable protection, comfort and unrestricted movement in demanding cold‑weather environments.

This jacket uniform also marks the first application of Xpore’s latest e2cycle Collection, a world‑first textile innovation that transforms e‑waste into high‑performance recycled polyester fabric. 

By repurposing discarded PET materials recovered from LCD panels, Xpore e2cycle extends material lifecycles while maintaining the durability and performance standards required at the highest level of international competition, resulting in a uniform that balances technical excellence with a shared commitment to sustainability and responsible innovation.

Jamaica Bobsleigh & Skeleton Federation Chairman, Nelson ‘Chris’ Stokes, says, “Having partners like Backcountry and Xpore that make the environment a priority are partners we want. This partnership with Backcountry and Xpore will equip our athletes with high-quality, technical gear for competitions, helping to provide them with a competitive edge, all while being friendly to the environment.”

Kevin Lenau, President of Backcountry, commented, “We are inspired by the Jamaican bobsleigh team and all they have accomplished this season and are proud to stand by them as they push the limits of human performance. Backcountry is committed to delivering high‑performance gear that excels in durability, functionality, and warmth while minimising environmental impact through the use of recycled materials and innovative, sustainable design.”

For ZC Chen, Chairman of BenQ Materials, “this partnership represents what Xpore stands for—bringing advanced, sustainable material innovation into real-world, high-visibility applications. Supporting the Jamaican team is not only an honour, but a powerful demonstration that sustainability and peak performance can coexist on the world’s most prestigious sporting stage.”

Jamaica Bobsleigh & Skeleton, known to many through the movie “Cool Runnings,” has long captured the hearts of people worldwide and is now on a mission to develop, excel and act as a beacon of the power of the human spirit and the potential of every individual, regardless of where life places them. With the team’s recent success, all eyes are now on the 2026 Winter Games.