What other fabrics tend to keep or lose their insulation properties when wet
For example cotton is famous for losing its insulation effect when wet and
wool is famous for keeping its insulation effect when wet.What about other
fabrics are there any others that are particularly good or bad when wet?
/>I am not talking strength here, I am just trying to stay warm while l
ride my bike in the rain.
Down is no good when it gets wet. Most synthetic materials
work well because they won't absorb water. Getting something that is wind
proof also helps. Here is a good link for better expert advice.
http://rei.com/expertadvice
polar fleece does ok when wet, but no where as good as wool in
my opinion.
Many of the synthetics are this way, like polypropaline long underwear.
Does ok when damp.
I think i read somewhere that silk is stronger when wet.
What are you going to do with this fabric info? Are you building a better
parachute or something?
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