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Show Page 14 October 31, 1972 Utah Woman's Review Accessories Complete Total Look In New Snowmobile Sportswear The purpose of snowmobile suits and accompanying accessories, first and foremost, is to keep the wearer warm and dry in the worst weather winter has to offer. That is its total function. But take it from the designers o at Sports Ltd., the pioneer and leader in snowmobile apparel. This year total function includes the total look a head-to-to- e coordinated look for men and women alike. Key to the total look are boots, mitts. Ski-Do- same name. Too, there are boots with genuine Shearling, and others with fun fur trim that looks great with any snowmo- helmets, tuques, and other accessories. There are 19 different boot styles, for example, hi the winter sportswear by and many are designed to go with specific suits. Rugged rally boots for men, with foam padded leather ankle panels for added protection, are practical yet also complete the total look for wearers of the Blizzard suit Women can choose Majorette boots with distinctive striping that matches the suit of the bile suit Ski-Do- o, Lambskin covers the entire backside of new ladies mitts. Other selections include wet-loomitts to go with wet-loo- k Starshine style suits. Seven helmet styles are offered with six designed to com- k plement particular suits of the same name. All meet the safety standard. Z-90- .1 Theras another United States Presidential Inaugural in January so it's quits appropriate that these gals be decked out in patriotic winter sports apparel. They're showing off the new Stars NV Stripes three different ways in e (L to r.) outfit, separata jacket, and Sportswear by for ideal all snowmobiling or other winter fun. suit, Ski-Do- o: one-pie- ce two-piec- Prepared for Quality Control Stressed In Snowmobile Apparel In snowmobile apparel, possibly more than any other kind, product durability and reliability are vital because of weather conditions in which the apparel is used in an action sport Thus, its no surprise that the company which pioneered snowmobile apparel and still sells o the most Sports Ltd., devotes full time of an entire department to quality control. o Machines and people in control sportswear quality test the water resistance of fabrics, as well as color fastness and resistance to abrasion. Every o new fabric considered for Ski-Do- Ski-Do- Ski-Do- suits, boots, helmets, even trim undergoes rigorous testing. When appropriate, the fabric is tested in three different loca- - tions to assure uniformity of quality. Plans are underway for a special cold room to test the weather resistance of the suits on real people in real situations. But some of the temperatures reached will be pretty unlike 70 degrees below real Testers will wear new suits as wind, rain, snow, sleet, and cold temperatures are thrown at them. The testers will help determine if the suits and fabrics meet Sports standards. Ski-Do- o The Cossack snowmobile suit lets the outdoor woman gain total look or mix match with fun fur and other accessories. All in Sports- V wear by Ski-Do- o. Now Its 'Mens ur lib Masculine Snowmobile Fashions Sportsmen, Too Fashionable snowmobile suits for women have become so popular that designers at the leader in the field have decided men should have some suit fun, too. Snowmobile apparel shops have noticed an increasing numbrowsber of in restock their ing through cent seasons. Word is out that snowmobile suits have something to offer for all winter sportsmen, so the increase in traffic is likely to continue. So, Ice fishermen, hunters, skiers and people who work outare reporting doors in winter How do designsimilar results. ers at Ski-Do- o Sports Ltd., pioneer and leader in snowmobile apparel and accessories, explain the trend? "Ever since we introduced the 1964, weve been working continuous- - sports- has declared in snowmobile o mens lib A fashionable yet distinctively masculine array of male snowmobilers is likely to result. For the male who wishes to say exciting with clothes, the 73 Blizzard outfit may be the pares with a good snowmobile suit for keeping out cold wind and dampness, says a Midwest I used to store motorcyclist my cycle for the winter, but no more. I use it less in winter Boots and mitts made by snowmobile apparel manufacturers do an uncanny job of keeping the cold out, too, he adds. Ski-Do- ap-par- eL com- because of ice and snow; but when roads are clear. Im on them. for tins winter, wear by non-snowmobi- first snowmobile suit in 60 fashionTake more able sportswear combinations for guys, gals, and youngsters on the snowmobile or other winter outdoor fun scene. Mix and match to suit your own tastes, and you have the - own - thing trend in fashion! The leading snowmobile apSports parel stylist, Ski-Do-o Ltd., is offering 30 combinations for women, 26 for men, and six for children. Snowmobilers who like the head - to - toe coordinated look will favor suits like the TNT material Fro Cire. Its wet-loo- k glistens in both mens and womens versions, and matching mitts plus boots add to the total look of the suit do-yo- zero! Quality control extends beyond fabric testing. No completed snowmobile suit is shipped until full-tim- e inspectors check for proper placement and strength of zippers, pockets, trim, linings, and seams. e black answer. The version features racy checkerboard trim on sleeves and pants pockets, plus yellow leather-loo- k trim on shoulders and Blizzard repockets. Two-pieccheckerboard the design peats along the pants legs as welL one-piec- Blizzard Cira are suit (left) and T'NT Pro mens lib iHeas from Ski-Do- o. ly to upgrade the warmth, dryness, and strength of snowmobile apparel, says Jean Noel, marketing director. No other type of sportswear has to put up with such punishment from the user and the elements. So, for us, its a matter of market survival to make our suits relatively lightweight and good looking, yet above all, warm and dry. Other winter outdoors people, beside snowmobil-ers- , now have discovered this. St, ' Chicago, Illinois 60601 A3 . For Other "Ive found that nothing Sports Ltd. by Selz, Seabolt & Associates, 221 N. LaSalle o 'Own Thing Is Key To 73 Winter Sportswear Scene on the and than Snowmobile Suits Good Ski-Do- e other hand, might be happier with something like the Adventurer jacket for men. Four giant n pockets lend a but rugged sharp casual look to the Adventurer, available in navy, yellow, black, and tan. Any of a number of pants can be chosen to go with it snap-dow- water-resista- Cozy Knits Offer Comfort After Snowmobiling Snowmobilers concerned about their comfort and appearance on trails have turned to the weather-prove- n snowmobile suit for some time. But what about after the ride? Comfort and styling are now an important part of the apres scene, too. Witness what the leading s n o w m o b i 1 e apparel o maker, Sports Ltd., has e to offer for socialwinter. this . izing Young women will appreciate the warm and sensuous feel of the Caress. The buttoned top with mock neck and triple striping on the bodice creates a poor snowmobile - two-piec- two-piec- one-piec- e. jacket features thick white fun fur collar and lapels. High pants include leg zippers that allow the wearer to choose his omi fashion fancy straight The Bush leg or Pilot is available in six colors ranging from deep blue to bronze. bell-botto- after-the-rid- boy look. Swingy pants with triple striping around e the ankles complete the ensemble. This rib knit is 100 percent wool and is available in six colors ranging from deep red to grey. Men who want to say all male" in their apres apparel n will go for the Pullover. Its shirt styling in wool and availability in six colors make it a handsome addition to city or country wardrobes. Men and women can team up if they wish with Racer Cardigans offered in sportswear by Ski-DoSlim, solid-colstyling is complemented by contrasting stripes from shoulder to wrist and easy-pu- ll front zipThree colors are offered for per. men, four for women. bell-botto- Snowmobile enthusiasts who safaris now have prefer day-lon- g an answer to the inevitable fatigue of such journeys. Its a kidneyvbelt, designed by snowmobile apparel maker SkiDoo Sports especially for snowmobiling. Firm back and side support are provided for the longest snowmobile treks. Useful Luggage Accessories for snovfthobiling are becoming more comprehensive every year as the sport grows. 'This year, enthusiasts can choose from among a wide variety of nylon and leather lugd gage thats useful for not trips, just Two duffle bags, two suit bags, and a lightweight steer-hid- e saddle bag are among the items available from year-roun- sno-fari- s. Ski-Do- o. m two-piec- He-Ma- o. Reduce Fatigue nt Ski-Do- Matching boots and helmet complete this exciting look. For styling thats smart but more subdued, theres the Scrambler. Broad contrasting stripe on side of the bodice dise suit tinguishes this and its available in five colors. Overall-typ- e high pants retain e maneuverability of a of warmth a suit and Bold is the mood of the new Bush Pilot The masculine bomber-style match fans, Mix Look-alike- or s for the entire fam- ily are available in the Elan Pullovers from Saddle shoulders and mock crew neckline give a neat, smooth look. Theyre available in black with contrasting yellow yoke and a white stripe that adds a sporty Ski-Do- o. flair. |