Cam C4 Patent T-Shirt

$28.00

See The Story of this design in tab, below.

Our original PatentWear Cam C4 design is printed in full color on a classic pre-shrunk 100% cotton men’s/unisex t-shirt using an eco-friendly water-based ink process, in shirt colors as indicated. The large design is printed on the front only. Some element colors in the design change slightly depending upon whether it is printed on a dark or light shirt.

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The Story

[A note on cams in general: Non-climbers could live a lifetime without ever needing a cam device. For a climber, though, it is an essential piece of equipment used to protect against the consequences of a fall. Cams are a type of protection device placed on rocks as temporary, removable, non-defacing (and thus “clean”) anchors while climbing. Spring-loaded and controlled with a “trigger,” cams are designed to expand and grip the rock securely, thus protecting against a climber’s potential fall.]

Inventor Tony Christianson first came up with the brilliant idea for a double axle cam, teaming up with Chouinard Equipment (now Black Diamond) in 1987 to produce the first Camalot (Black Diamond’s registered trade name for the C4).

The double axle design of the Camalot created a range of placement and strength unequaled by any other camming device—pivotal advantages that are still preferred today. Additionally, they were the first cams with a greater cam angle—a small but significant adaptation.

The Camalot continues to evolve and has undergone some major innovations in the past 25 years. The first generation Camalots were pretty hefty. The C4, or 3rd generation Camalot, is a significant advance in design. They are 30% lighter than the original, offer a larger expansion range, and, with the cable loop trigger and smoother action, they are more flexible for quicker and easier placement.

The evolution of successive generations of Camalots shows remarkable adaptation, continued fascination with the original principle of active camming, and worldwide acceptance on the hardware rack. As climbing techniques develop and climbing routes get harder, demand for innovative equipment becomes even greater.

New materials and manufacturing processes along with endless refinement in design and function have made it possible for the gear industry to keep pace with the modern climber. Unless, perhaps, it is the climber who keeps pace with new technological advances? We’ll leave that question for you to decide.

Sizing | Fit | Care: Unisex T-Shirt

A classic 100% cotton men’s/unisex t-shirt (except for Sport Grey, which is 90/10% cotton/polyester) that gives a rich and structured look and works great for layered streetwear outfits. The durable pre-shrunk jersey knit fabric maintains sharp lines along the edges and ensures your size is maintained throughout multiple washings. A classic fit style means it is not form-fitted at the sides.
Fit type: Classic. Primary brand: Gildan
NOTE: Dark color speckles throughout the fabric are expected for the color Natural.
  • 100% cotton (except Sport Grey=10% polyester)
  • 5–5.3 oz. fabric weight
  • Pre-shrunk jersey knit
  • Taped neck and shoulders
  • Tear-away tag

If you’re unsure about sizing, the best way to determine a correct size is to grab an existing favorite t-shirt, lay it flat, and then measure it.
To get the chest size, measure from armpit to armpit. To get the length, measure from neck/shoulder corner intersection to bottom of hem (see illustration). Double the garment width to determine the chest circumference measurement, and you’ll find it will generally fit.

USA/INCHES Sizes: Unisex/Men’s T-Shirt
1″ = 2.54 cm S M L XL 2XL 3XL
Chest (inches) 36 40 44 48 52 56
Width (inches) 18 20 22 24 26 28
Length (inches) 28 29 30 31 32 33
CENTIMETERS Sizes: Unisex/Men’s T-Shirt
2.54 cm = 1″ S M L XL 2XL 3XL
Chest (cm) 96 102 112 122 132 142
Width (cm) 45.7 51 56 61 66 71
Length (cm) 74 76 78 79 81 83.8

CARE:

Machine wash, cold, inside out, gentle cycle with mild detergent and similar colors. Use non-chlorine bleach—only when necessary No fabric softeners.

Tumble dry, low heat, or hang-dry for longest life.

Cool iron inside-out if necessary. Do not iron decoration or print.

Do not dry clean.

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