Brands include Result, Regatta, Premier, Jerzees Colours and Kariban plus two brands new additions for 2009, Stormtech and Pen Duick.

Some of the most popular jackets are interactive and 3-in-1 styles.

The Russell Jerzees Colours 540M Sports Tech 10000 Jacket for men is a light/midweight style that can be worn alone or with the 530M Thermolayer Interactive Jacket, sold separately (ladies' versions coded 540F/530F are also available).

A superb range of 3-in-1 styles comes from Regatta, including the RG081 Benson II 3-in-1 Jacket and the ladies' equivalent RG082. Pen Duick, whose clothing is available exclusively from PenCarrie, also offers superior quality jackets. Their PK560 Whitbread 3-in-1 Jacket is both highly practical and stylish.

The line-up continues with Result's RS68 3-in-1 Waterproof Zip and Clip Fleece Lined Jacket, another good seller. Stormtech's ST001 Nova Storm Shell System Jacket is also high performing. It makes use of H2X waterproof, breathable technology for the outer garment, with a zip-out microfleece inner providing extra warmth when needed.

Soft shell jackets are generally windproof, showerproof and breathable as well as keeping the wearer warm; and the smooth feel and look of soft shell appeals to many. One top selling style is Result's RS121 Classic Soft Shell Jacket. The 140M from Jerzees Colours is also popular; this comes in six colours including azure blue and cactus green (two new colours for 2009).

Premier has added the PR807 Windchecker Soft Shell Jacket for 2009; and Kariban has added three soft shell styles: the KB401 Soft Shell Jacket for men and matching KB400 for women; and a unisex bodywarmer, coded KB403. Other new soft shell styles include Henbury's H826 Ladies Munro Soft Shell Jacket, which matches the already popular H825 for men.

Moving away from soft shell styles, Henbury has brought out a midweight jacket ideal for the corporate market called the Milan City (H823). This waterproof and windproof jacket has a padded, quilted lining and is simply but smartly styled. Leading leisurewear brand Front Row also has a new jacket for 2009. The FR93 Classic Waterproof Jacket has Front Row's hallmark attention to detail, including contrast sail stitching.

Fleece jackets (and fleece tops in all their forms) retain their universal popularity, says PenCarrie. Easy to decorate, they rank alongside tees as a promotional clothing favourite. PenCarrie offers a huge choice, from the heaviest at 630gsm down to 190gsm microfleece.

Focussing on outdoor fleece jackets, PenCarrie highlights the 8700M from Jerzees as one of the best sellers. Result's RS36 Active Fleece Jacket and Regatta's RG122 Thor III Fleece Jacket are also winning styles.

For more information call 0800 252248, e-mail: sales@pencarrie.com or visit www.pencarrie.com

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