PROFILE
. born in 1975. After working as an adventure racer, he became a professional trail runner. While competing in domestic and international competitions as an athlete, he has also devoted himself to promoting trail running in Japan. . He has produced many popular races, including the Shinetsu Gogaku Trail Running Race and the Kitakyushu-Hiraodai Trail Running Race.
【01: Houdini Jacket]
Smooth on/off . Easy temperature control.
-. Let's start with the "Houdini Jacket. It is known as a super standard item in the trail running scene, but what does this jacket mean to you, Mr. Ishikawa?
Ishikawa: It is so standard that I probably don't need to mention it again, but I think it is an excellent product that has all the elements required for a wind jacket, such as a balance of windproofness and breathability, lightness, and compactness.
Men's Houdini Jacket" ￥15,950
-What makes this jacket particularly outstanding?
Ishikawa: In the past, ordinary wind jackets had stiff, crumbly fabrics that were a chore to put on and take off. The Houdini Jacket, however, is flexible, comfortable, and easy to put on and take off. By repeatedly putting it on when you feel chilly and taking it off when you feel hot, you can adjust your body temperature, prevent your base layer from getting wet with sweat, and continue running in comfort. It is no exaggeration to say that the Houdini Jacket has revolutionized the trail running scene. . In terms of design, the silhouette is specially designed for running, and it accommodates dynamic movements.
. These are Mr. Ishikawa's personal belongings. . On the left is the "Dragonfly Jacket," the predecessor of the "Houdini Jacket," a 2002 model. . The right is the 2013 model of the "Houdini Jacket.
-The "Houdini Jacket" was developed for trail running, but many people wear it around town as well as for outdoor activities in general.
Ishikawa: Versatility is another attraction of this jacket. When stored, it is small, about the size of a fist, and does not become a burden. If you carry it in your bag on a regular basis, it will come in handy when the wind blows and it is chilly, or when you are in a space where the air conditioner is working too hard.
