MERINO OR SYNTHETIC?

WHY "THAT" MERINO AND NOT "THAT" SYNTHETIC? 

First of all, we have to admit that nowadays synthetics may not be such an ECO scarecrow as they used to be. That is why we do not completely distance ourselves from solutions using materials that are now effectively prepared from recycled materials and waste from primary production. Such materials have established themselves and are finding good use, for example in third, outer layers or in combination with merino.

But first, let's look at the natural functional properties of Merino wool. A little further down we will compare it with synthetics, and at the very end we will take a closer look at the "ECO" and "EKO" sustainable approach that we have been aligned with since 2010.

So what's the deal with the merino wool?

• It is soft and pleasant to the touch 
• The finest knits are made from a fibre that is only 16mc thick! Compared to a pile that is about 100mc! 
• has a natural antibacterial effect (significantly reduces odour) 
• protects against UV rays (min UPF=25) 
• has great thermal insulation properties (natural hollow fibre), warms even when wet 
• Merino knits are breathable perfectly wicks and absorbs moisture up to 30% of its weight, without showing that it is wet
• quality resists high temperatures and open fires

FUNCTIONALITY OF MATERIAL AND KNIT 

And how does Merino wool with its properties stand up to purely synthetic knits?

We have made comparisons that have been carried out by experts on our behalf and here we present the results and general facts.

Breathability 

Wool can cope with perspiration in the first stage of vapour formation, i.e. long before moist body vapours turn into sweat. Synthetic knits, on the other hand, have to wait for the vapour to precipitate and turn into sweat before they can start working.

The maximum breathability and thermoregulatory properties that wool possesses protect your body from the increased stress it would otherwise be subjected to in its efforts to maintain a baseline temperature during various activities.

The effect of merino wool on the intensity of heartbeat

Effect of merino wool on changes in core body temperature

Time for the onset of sweating with merino wool

ECOLOGICAL ASPECT

And what about "ECO" and "EKO"?

The essential fact is that Merino wool is a natural material, which is created naturally by the action of natural conditions. Products made from this wool therefore have a huge potential to minimise the negative impact on the environment.

Of course, it is not just the wool itself in isolation, but the whole processing, production and living process. These issues are then addressed by various standard-setting and monitoring organisations, which issue certificates that guarantee the minimisation of negative impacts and the maximisation of efficiency and benefit.

For details, see the article on certificates