Materials & Technologies

Every RISERVA product is the result of a clear choice: to use only top-quality materials—field-tested, certified, and capable of delivering high performance in any condition. On this page, you'll find the materials and technologies that make our products durable, safe, and reliable over time.

Technologies

01. RECCO ®

In case of outdoor disorientation or avalanche accident, RECCO® technology makes you searchable by professional rescue teams. The small RECCO® reflector requires no batteries, never wears out, involves no maintenance costs, and is designed to last a lifetime.

02. TRACTION SYSTEM®

Our patented system offers numerous advantages: it increases walking safety thanks to a steel cable that stays in constant tension along the sole, ensures easy fitting of gaiters with any type of footwear, eliminates the need for old-style buckles, and allows for quick cable replacement in case of wear.

03. PORON®

A semi-closed cell polyurethane foam with excellent elastic recovery that maintains its structure after compression. PORON® is waterproof, dustproof, and airtight. The XRD® variant offers advanced impact protection—even at high speeds—by stiffening upon impact and absorbing up to 90% of the energy. Ideal for protective garments and shock absorption systems.

Materials

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CORDURA®

A fabric made primarily from durable, water-resistant nylon fibers. Originally developed for military use, it is now a certified brand representing a collection of fabrics used in a wide range of products such as luggage, backpacks, trousers, and sportswear. Cordura® certified fabrics are known for their durability and resistance to abrasion, tearing, and scuffing. RISERVA uses original certified CORDURA® and NILIT® materials.

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CORDURA RIPSTOP

A woven Cordura® fabric reinforced using a special technique that significantly increases tear resistance. During weaving, black reinforcement threads are interlaced at regular intervals in a crosshatch pattern, preventing small holes or tears from spreading across the fabric.

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HYPERTEX® PU-TEK

Extremely tough, abrasion-resistant, thorn-proof, highly protective, and lightweight. Hypertex® uses a new yarn technology in which high-resistance polyurethane threads are directly woven into a durable substrate, achieving mechanical performance beyond conventional protection standards.

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EXTREME TEX

A fabric that is both extremely resistant and lightweight, composed of various fibers including Cordura® and UHMWPE (ultra-high molecular weight polyethylene), the same material used in Dyneema®. It is twice as strong as Kevlar® and 15 times stronger than steel by weight. Currently the lightest and most resistant material on the market, it is widely used for making sails, kitesurfing equipment, paragliders, and climbing gear.

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LODEN STEINER®

Loden is a traditional Tyrolean wool fabric created through a fulling process. Soft, silent, warm, and water-repellent, Steiner Loden fabrics have been produced 100% in Austria for over 130 years. Naturally sustainable even after purchase, Loden requires minimal cleaning. Thanks to the natural lanolin content in wool, dirt and moisture hardly stick to the surface.

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VEGETABLE-TANNED LEATHER

Vegetable tanning is a traditional Tuscan craft that uses natural tannins extracted from plants instead of chemicals to process leather and prevent decomposition. Leather consortia have passed down this knowledge for over 200 years, combining ancient recipes with modern techniques. Vegetable-tanned leather absorbs the marks of time, aging beautifully without compromising durability. Its natural aging process gives it a vintage look with warm tones and signs of wear typical of authentic natural products.

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LEATHER

Genuine high-quality leather sourced from Tuscany.

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NEOPRENE

A synthetic rubber widely used across many industries for its excellent elasticity, water resistance, and crush resistance. In our products—such as shoulder straps—it provides excellent grip and non-slip functionality. For proper care, always follow the instructions on the garment label.

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LINEN

A natural fabric made from the fibers of the flax plant (Linum usitatissimum). When crafted into garments, linen is valued for its exceptional lightness and breathability in warm weather.

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CORDURA