Arctara Operator Racewear

Abstract

Unlike other teams with universal racewear, Arctara works with clothing manufacturers and technology firms to create a more "modular" approach for racewear.

Operator-Basic

Operator-Basic refers to Module Type-1 racewear, which consists of tight-fitting apparel; i.e. compression layers, skin-tight suits, and body-conforming clothing. This type of racewear is useful for high-G maneuvers, which prevents blood-pooling in an operator's extremities while encouraging flow towards the cranial area. The package is made of wicking material - useful for cooling in warmer climates.

Operator-Basic racewear also includes MOLLE-style rigid webbing, which allows for equipment to be securely mounted onto the operator easily.

Operator-Drifter

Operator-Drifter refers to Module Type-2 racewear, which consists of loose-fitting apparel. This type of racewear is useful for thermal regulation and reduces fabric-binding; generally a more endurance, comfort focused attire for operators.

Operator-Drifter racewear also includes a series of traditional cargo pockets on the inside, which are useful for storing temperature-control gear and other equipment for the operator.

Outerwear

Both Operator-Basic and Operator-Drifter racewear are compatible with signature Arctara outerwear layer - normally stylized as a white cropped jacket with Arctara insignia. There are two variants, each used depending on the climate:

• A thin 'breaker' style jacket, used for warm/neutral climates

• A thicker 'down' style jacket, used for colder climates

While these jackets can mostly be seen on Arctara operators, they still serve the purpose of general outerwear and can sometimes seen on the paddock crew or outside of racing.

Preferences

While both Alano and Tokkyu may change between different pieces depending on the race, both have their own preferences for racewear:

Alano Ramos

Usually, Alano will be seen wearing the Operator-Drifter package for most of his race stints as he prefers comfort over practicality. However, he may also wear pieces of the Basic package as an undersuit for certain tracks - such as Bethea, where many of the corners require the operator to undergo sustained high-g maneuvers.

For races in warmer climates - such as Fantasia - Alano will use the top half of the Basic package.

Tokkyu Miyahira

Tokkyu will typically be seen in Operator-Basic gear, but can also be seen using the bottom half of the Drifter package from time-to-time. Given her sudden entry into professional racing, the Basic gear acts as relief for G-Loc related symptoms that she hasn't grown accustomed to.

Outside of the league, Tokkyu uses the Outerwear Jacket for casual wear.