Technical Design

Assessing Functional Needs of Outdoor Climbing Pants

Authors: Dawn Michaellson (Auburn University) , Karla P. Teel (Auburn University) , Veena Chattaraman (Auburn University) , Helen Koo (University of California, Davis)

Abstract

An exploratory study with mixed-methods to gain in-depth understanding of functional needs of climbers for climbing pants by investigating fit, mobility, comfort, protection, and donning/doffing utilizing the functional category of Lamb & Kallal's (1992) Functional, Expressive, Aesthetic (FEA) Consumer Needs Model. Study results revealed climbers have only mild satisfaction with pant fit, slightly satisfying mobility that was impacted by the climbing technique, were uncomfortable after climbing and current pants only somewhat protected their knees, seat, and crotch.

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How to Cite: Michaellson, D. , Teel, K. P. , Chattaraman, V. & Koo, H. (2016) “Assessing Functional Needs of Outdoor Climbing Pants”, International Textile and Apparel Association Annual Conference Proceedings. 73(1).