Gorewear Cycling apparel division close after 40 years

Gore-Tex maker will shut down its Gorewear clothing line in early 2026, citing economic pressures after “careful consideration and in-depth analysis of long-term prospects”

Gore Bike Wear was established in 1985 with the introduction of the first waterproof and windproof Gore-Tex cycling jacket. In the letter to retailers, Michael Hullik, Managing Director of WL Gore & Associates GmbH, Gore cites economic reasons for this drastic step, which is being announced now after ‘careful consideration and in-depth analysis of long-term prospects.’ Orders will be accepted and fulfilled until 31 March 2026 while the Gorewear.com

 The website will remain online to process orders and sell existing inventory.