From Olympic Gold to Innovation
How Andrea Voetter Helped Create CHALET
When Andrea Voetter stepped onto the top podium at the Milano-Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics, winning gold in women’s doubles luge, it marked the pinnacle of years of discipline, precision, and relentless commitment.
For Sheractive, that moment carried even deeper meaning. Andrea is our athlete. And together with her, we developed a piece that reflects the same pursuit of excellence that led her to Olympic gold — the CHALET merino wool baselayer.
Born on Ice, Developed with an Elite Athlete
CHALET was never designed as “just another baselayer.” It was shaped through real-world testing, freezing early-morning training sessions, and continuous dialogue with an athlete who understands performance at the highest level.
In luge, milliseconds matter. At speeds exceeding 100 km/h, there is no room for distraction. Andrea shared exactly what she needed at her base layer:
Reliable warmth without overheating
Exceptional breathability under intense effort
A second-skin fit that moves seamlessly with the body
Total freedom of movement
Long-lasting comfort during extended training days
Every detail of CHALET was developed in response to those demands.
Why Merino Wool?
At the core of CHALET is premium merino wool, chosen for its natural performance properties:
Advanced temperature regulation in extreme cold
Moisture management during high-output activity
Natural odor resistance
Exceptional softness against the skin
Blended with technical fibers for durability and stretch, the fabric delivers resilience without compromising comfort. The result is a baselayer that performs under pressure — just like the athlete who helped design it.
An Athlete All Year Round
What many don’t see is that Andrea’s athletic life continues long after the ice season ends.
In summer, she swaps her sled for two wheels and becomes a happy cyclist, riding through mountain roads and building endurance under the sun. Cycling is not only part of her cross-training — it’s her joy. It keeps her strong, balanced, and connected to movement in a different way.
This year-round athletic mindset influenced CHALET’s development as well. The baselayer had to perform not only in freezing winter starts, but also during transitional seasons, active recovery days, and dynamic training blocks. Versatility became essential — just like Andrea’s training routine.
A Shared Commitment to Precision
From yarn selection to prototype refinement, Andrea was involved in every stage of development. We fine-tuned seam placement, optimized breathability zones, adjusted lengths, and perfected the fit.
Just as Olympic gold is the result of countless micro-improvements, CHALET evolved through continuous testing and refinement.
It is more than a garment. It is a piece built with elite insight — created for women who demand performance from their clothing, whether competing at the highest level or embracing the outdoors with confidence.
Gold Is a Milestone. Innovation Is Ongoing.
Andrea’s Olympic victory represents a defining achievement. But what inspires us most is her mindset: focused in winter, joyful on her bike in summer, always moving forward.
CHALET embodies that same spirit.
Because when performance begins at the base, everything built on top becomes stronger.
Discover the CHALET merino wool baselayer — developed with Olympic champion Andrea Voetter and designed for women who move, in every season.
