Millet Expands 'DRYGRID' Technical Base Layer Lineup for SS2026
French alpine brand Millet has unveiled new models for its 'DRYGRID' technical base layer series for the SS2026 season. The lineup features two distinct performance tiers—'LIGHT' and 'ULTRALIGHT'—designed to optimize moisture management and comfort based on activity intensity and temperature.
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Millet, the iconic French alpine brand founded in 1921 (Millet Mountain Group Japan: Shinagawa-ku, Tokyo; Representative Director: Per Rasmussen), is launching new models for its 'DRYGRID' technical base layer series for the 2026 Spring/Summer season: 'DRYGRID LIGHT' and 'DRYGRID ULTRALIGHT.'
Both models feature high breathability and sweat-wicking/quick-drying capabilities, ensuring a dry feel even during high-sweat activities. Millet proposes these two distinct dry performance levels to be chosen based on activity intensity and ambient temperature.
## Two Ways to Stay Dry: Choosing Based on Activity Intensity
During spring and summer mountaineering and trail running, excessive sweating can lead to overheating and chills during periods of inactivity, both of which significantly degrade performance. 'DRYGRID' is a technical base layer series that approaches the shared goal of keeping the user 'dry' through different material structures. The series features 'DRYGRID LIGHT,' which offers balanced breathability and quick-drying, and 'DRYGRID ULTRALIGHT,' a lightweight, ultra-thin model with superior breathability and sweat-wicking properties, ensuring comfortable support for various activities.
## DRYGRID Series Product Details
### DRYGRID LIGHT (Quick-wicking, stays dry)
A well-balanced quick-drying grid base layer.
Recommended activities: Mountaineering / Hiking
The grid structure on the skin side quickly wicks and diffuses sweat, balancing breathability with moderate warmth. By reducing the contact area with the skin, the fabric avoids clinging even when damp, maintaining comfort during prolonged activity. Suitable for a wide range of activities, from spring to summer climbing and fast hiking.
### DRYGRID ULTRALIGHT (Lightweight, ultra-thin hybrid structure with superior breathability and sweat-wicking)
Recommended activities: Fast hiking / Trail running
Through a hybrid structure combining moisture-wicking polyester and highly hydrophobic polypropylene, this model achieves high breathability and quick-drying performance. Compared to standard sweat-wicking T-shirts, it offers vastly superior breathability, keeping the interior dry even during high-intensity activities. This lightweight model is ideal for speed-focused activities such as trail running.
## Lineup Overview
### DRYGRID LIGHT HALF ZIP LS
- Half-zip model with excellent ventilation.
- Versatility suitable for mountaineering and fast hiking.
- Price: 13,200 JPY (incl. tax)
- Material: 100% Polyester
### DRYGRID LIGHT CREW LS (Men's)
- Crew-neck model for easy layering.
- Price: 11,000 JPY (incl. tax)
- Material: 100% Polyester
### DRYGRID ULTRALIGHT TS SS
- Lightweight T-shirt designed for comfort in intense heat.
- Price: 8,800 JPY (incl. tax)
- Material: 87% Polyester, 13% Polypropylene
### DRYGRID ULTRALIGHT TANK (Men's)
- Ultra-lightweight tank top for high-intensity activities.
- Price: 7,150 JPY (incl. tax)
- Material: 87% Polyester, 13% Polypropylene
Both models feature high breathability and sweat-wicking/quick-drying capabilities, ensuring a dry feel even during high-sweat activities. Millet proposes these two distinct dry performance levels to be chosen based on activity intensity and ambient temperature.
## Two Ways to Stay Dry: Choosing Based on Activity Intensity
During spring and summer mountaineering and trail running, excessive sweating can lead to overheating and chills during periods of inactivity, both of which significantly degrade performance. 'DRYGRID' is a technical base layer series that approaches the shared goal of keeping the user 'dry' through different material structures. The series features 'DRYGRID LIGHT,' which offers balanced breathability and quick-drying, and 'DRYGRID ULTRALIGHT,' a lightweight, ultra-thin model with superior breathability and sweat-wicking properties, ensuring comfortable support for various activities.
## DRYGRID Series Product Details
### DRYGRID LIGHT (Quick-wicking, stays dry)
A well-balanced quick-drying grid base layer.
Recommended activities: Mountaineering / Hiking
The grid structure on the skin side quickly wicks and diffuses sweat, balancing breathability with moderate warmth. By reducing the contact area with the skin, the fabric avoids clinging even when damp, maintaining comfort during prolonged activity. Suitable for a wide range of activities, from spring to summer climbing and fast hiking.
### DRYGRID ULTRALIGHT (Lightweight, ultra-thin hybrid structure with superior breathability and sweat-wicking)
Recommended activities: Fast hiking / Trail running
Through a hybrid structure combining moisture-wicking polyester and highly hydrophobic polypropylene, this model achieves high breathability and quick-drying performance. Compared to standard sweat-wicking T-shirts, it offers vastly superior breathability, keeping the interior dry even during high-intensity activities. This lightweight model is ideal for speed-focused activities such as trail running.
## Lineup Overview
### DRYGRID LIGHT HALF ZIP LS
- Half-zip model with excellent ventilation.
- Versatility suitable for mountaineering and fast hiking.
- Price: 13,200 JPY (incl. tax)
- Material: 100% Polyester
### DRYGRID LIGHT CREW LS (Men's)
- Crew-neck model for easy layering.
- Price: 11,000 JPY (incl. tax)
- Material: 100% Polyester
### DRYGRID ULTRALIGHT TS SS
- Lightweight T-shirt designed for comfort in intense heat.
- Price: 8,800 JPY (incl. tax)
- Material: 87% Polyester, 13% Polypropylene
### DRYGRID ULTRALIGHT TANK (Men's)
- Ultra-lightweight tank top for high-intensity activities.
- Price: 7,150 JPY (incl. tax)
- Material: 87% Polyester, 13% Polypropylene
FAQ
Which DRYGRID model should I choose?
For hiking and mountaineering, we recommend the 'DRYGRID LIGHT' for its balanced breathability. For high-intensity activities like trail running, the 'DRYGRID ULTRALIGHT' is recommended for its extreme lightweight and breathability.
What are the key features of DRYGRID LIGHT?
It features a grid structure that quickly wicks and diffuses sweat, keeping the wearer dry. It offers a perfect balance of breathability and moderate thermal retention, ideal for spring to summer hiking.
Why is DRYGRID ULTRALIGHT suited for high-intensity sports?
It uses a hybrid structure of polyester and polypropylene, which provides exceptional breathability and quick-drying properties, ensuring the interior of the garment remains dry during intense sweating.