Sustainable Gifts Guide in Ireland for Christmas 2023

Posted on October 6, 2023 at 1:51 pm.

Living a bit more sustainably in Ireland is so important for us all right now, so buying sustainable gifts this Christmas 2023 can go a long way.

As part of our Sustainability Strategy 2030, we make sure you know exactly what products are sustainable, and what aren’t.

So sustainable gifts shopping will be easy for you this Christmas 2023 in Ireland.

Below you can check out our top sustainable gifts products for the special him, her and kids in your life.

You can check out our full list of Sustainable products HERE.

Or check out our favourites below.

At Intersport Elverys, our sustainable products are all labelled ‘Impact Choice’ – to read why, click HERE.

Sustainable Footwear for Him in Ireland 2023

It is estimated that over 33 million pairs of running shoes end up in landfill sites every single year!

So if you buy a sustainably made running shoes then you are helping to reduce that number pair by pair.

The adidas Breaknet 2.0 take their cues from centre court and are made with a series of recycled materials – the upper features at least 50% recycled content and it is one of adidas’ solutions to help end plastic waste.

ON Running has been a huge seller this year. They are packed with performance and look great too, just like the ON CloudMonster. The shoe has a total recycled content of 35%, with 80% of the polyester used being recycled content.

The NIKE AIR ZOOM PEGASUS 39 SHIELD WEATHERISED MENS RUNNING SHOES is built for speed, durability and endurance on the toughest of trails.

Underfoot traction keeps you going over rocky terrain, while still providing a smooth ride for the road. Midfoot support is controlled by the laces, letting you find the right fit and feel. Your trusted workhorse with wings is ready for an off-road journey.

Don’t miss our full range in the link below.

Sustainable Footwear for Her in Ireland 2023

Small changes now make big differences in the future.

Sustainable practices such as using and buying materials that will not damage or pollute the environment will help preserve it for the future.

The Brooks Ghost 15 is the latest line of one of the most popular and excellent running shoes on the market. Packed with performance, comfort and 57% recycled material.

For the more stylish type of footwear, the Nike Court Vision are a timeless classic, with the ’80s basketball feel about them.

They are from at least 20% recycled materials by weight, with its crisp upper and stitched overlays inspired by the days of hook-shots and tube socks. The padded collar and rubber outsole bring comfort and traction for your world.

ON Running have changed the game this year with their really cool designs, and their running shoes are packed with recycled content.

Their latest range have noticeable performance upgrades and are much more planet-friendly too. Like Swiss-engineered 100% recycled base material and 23% overall recycled content. The engineered mesh base upper made from 100% recycled polyester.

Incredibly, 100% of the mesh upper is from recycled material in ASICS GEL-Kayano 30.

The sock liner is produced with the solution dyeing process that reduces water usage by approximately 33% and carbon emissions by approximately 45% compared to the conventional dyeing technology.

Check out the full range below.

Don’t miss out Top 9 Sustainable Running Shoes this Christmas in this blog.

Sustainable Clothing for Him Christmas 2023

It’s always good to do your research when buying, especially sustainable clothing.

You might be surprised at what is made from recycled materials nowadays, especially some really popular stuff like football jerseys.

You might not know, but the Manchester United Home Jersey 2023/234 is made from 100% recycled materials.

The jersey forms a cast iron link to Manchester’s enduring influence around the globe. Taking design elements from a nearby Industrial Revolution-era bridge, it displays a repeating Lancashire Rose-inspired geometric pattern on the front.

Likewise, the Liverpool 3rd jersey is also less impactful on the environment and popular with the huge amount of Irish Liverpool fans.

Equally, Nike Dri-Fit Mens Half-Zip is comfortable, stylish and plenty of warmth if he is training. It’s also made with 75% recycled polyester fibres.

The Canterbury Ireland Rugby IRFU Tech Full-Zip Hoodie is warm and lightweight, an ideal layer for when you take the action off the field.

Made from 100% recycled polyester, it features a four-piece hood and draw cords, plus a zip guard to prevent irritation.

Check out the full range in the link below – it’s very impressive.

Sustainable Clothing for Her Christmas 2023

Sustainable clothing brands are now increasingly embracing the use of cruelty free alternatives such as polyester made from ocean trash.

It’s another step in helping solve the biggest single threat to ocean pollution in the end – plastic.

This amazing Puma Essentials Hooded jacket and is made with 20% recycled material.

Or what about these Nike One Women’s Mid-Rise Leggings, made with at least 50% recycled polyester fibres.

The comfortable design wicks sweat to help keep you dry. Plus, you can’t see through the fabric, so you can feel confident knowing you’re covered.

Our amazing Nike Dri-FitRace T-Shirt are smooth, lightweight fabric, made with 100% recycled polyester fibres, to keep herdry, comfortable and focused.

Nike Dri-FIT technology moves sweat away from your skin for quicker evaporation, helping her stay dry and comfortable.

Just out the full list of clothing below.

Sustainable Gifts for Kids Christmas 2023

Kids these days are hugely interested and passionate about sustainability.

They are the future of tomorrow and kitting them out in sustainable based clothing and footwear will empower them for future good.

For the big Liverpool supporters, their amazing new away jersey is made with 100% recycled polyester fibres.

Manchester United are also leading the way in sustainable jerseys and kits, both home and away jerseys.

And for the growing number of Manchester City fans too.

Remember, we do name and number personalisation on all jerseys too.

The Puma Team Liga Half Zip and Training Pants are made with 100% recycled polyester fibres, are very durable and look cool!

This The North Face Never Stop Synthetic Jacket is flying off the shelves recently too and is made with 100% recycled nylon.

The adidas RunFalcon 3.0 running shoes keep your kids striding forwards. A breathable upper sits atop soft Cloudfoam cushioning to wrap their feet in total comfort.

Made with a series of recycled materials, this upper features at least 50% recycled content. This product represents just one of our solutions to help end plastic waste.

Check out the full range of footwear HERE.

Conclusion

We’ve got a whole bigger range of sustainable products just for you if you didn’t find something there you liked.

Click on the link below to check out our full range of Impact Sustainability Products.

How to Fix a Broken Backpack Strap

Posted on December 5, 2022 at 10:35 am.

Written by Ger Flanagan

Backpacks go through a lot of punishment and often get damaged, so knowing to fix a broken backpack strap can save you time and money.

It will also keep another backpack out of landfill, thus have a positive impact on the environment.

Intersport Elverys is committed to a Sustainable future and this blog is the second part of a series where we will show you how to reuse and repair your products.

Why not check out how to fix a broken zipper HERE.

If not, keep reading to learn how to reattach a broken strap with a simple-to-learn backstitching sewing technique.

How to fix a broken backpack strap: Tools needed

Hand sewing needle
A scissors
Approx 3-4 foot of upholstery nylon thread
2×5” of nylon cother
A broken backpack!

A step by step guide

Step 1

Thread the needle with the 0.7 yards of upholstery nylon thread.

Step 2

Align the two ends of the thread, and tie a knot
Trim the extra thread off

Step 3

Trim the frayed edges and thread off of the backpack and shoulder strap

Step 4

Align the 2×5 nylon cloth with the torn off backpack strap

Make sure that the nylon cloth is able to fold over the strap and align up with the other end

Step 5

Begin sewing across the handle with the backstitching sewing technique

Make sure that the stitch goes all the way through the Nylon as you sew

Step 6

The end of the stitch push the needle about halfway through
Take the thread, and wrap it around the sharp side of the needle
Pull the needle all the way through

If the stitch did not go through both sides of the nylon, repeat steps 5 and 6 over on the other side. Remember to replace the thread by repeating steps 1 and 2.

If you want extra support, repeat steps 5 and 6 on the other side. Remember to replace the thread by repeating steps 1 and 2.

Step 7

Cut the thread and remove the thread from the needle
Repeat steps 1 and 2 and wit the 1 meter long thread

Step 8

Align the handle with the shoulder of the backpack
Secure the handle I place by applying pressure and then begin sewing with the backstitching sewing technique

When sewing, make sure to follow your thread and needle carefully. A misguided needle will lead to unwanted tangles

End the stitch by repeating step 6.

Step 9

Trim off any frayed edges or loose string

Conclusion

Learning the backstitching technique might take some time, so be patient. But once you do, you will be able to apply it to a lot of different repair jobs.

In the end, it will have a massive impact on your life and the environment – a double win!

Check out our full range of sustainable products below or HERE.

Intersport Elverys Hosts Big Beach Clean on Bertra Beach | Clean Coasts

Posted on September 26, 2022 at 1:41 pm.

Written by Ger Flanagan

Intersport Elverys recently hosted a Big Beach Clean on Berta Beach in Louisburgh as part of the Clean Coasts national annual campaign.

A team from the Castlebar Support Centre were among 24 groups in Mayo who took part in the clean and helped remove an estimated 2.2 tonnes of litter from the coasts of Mayo.

Intersport Elverys hosted the event as part of their Sustainability Strategy 2030, which you can check out more information here: https://www.elverys.ie/Sustainability

The Big Beach Clean is an annual call to action that runs as part of the International Coastal Cleanup (ICC) and Clean Coasts, operated Internationally by Ocean Conservancy and invites communities and volunteers around the country to remove litter from around the Irish coast after the end of the bathing season.

A record number of 500 clean ups were organised this year and a total of over 63 tonnes of litter nationwide was collected.

Despite Bertra Beach appearing and being renowned as one of the cleaner beaches in Mayo, the team were surprised at how much litter they picked when they forensically walked it last Saturday morning.

“To look at Bertra Beach from the naked eye you think it is very clean, but when you strategically examine the beach for litter like we did, you end up finding lots of rubbish,” the Intersport Elverys team said.

“In total we collected 4 bags of trash of various sizes, at a total weight of just over 3kg.

“Some of the most common pieces of litter we discovered and picked was a huge amount of old fishing line that washed up on the rocky stretch, cigarette butts, food wrappers, plastic bottles and even condoms!

“While we were on Berta Beach we covered approximately 2.5-3km in two hours of litter picking, ensuring to keep off the sand dunes which the local community are running an active campaign to try and prevent further erosion of them.”

Each year this initiative is also an opportunity for Big Beach Clean Mayo volunteers to get involved in a worldwide citizen science project, which entails collecting the amount and types of litter on Irish beaches and filling in Clean Coasts’ Marine Litter Data Cards to share with Ocean Conservancy.

It helps heighten awareness about the issue of marine litter serving as an indicator of the magnitude of the problem and helps shape future policies and campaigns.