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Answer 1 out of 4 by Silver Scorp on Jul 18, 2008 at 2:47 am Permalink
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Answer 2 out of 4 by Galeanda on Jul 11, 2008 at 11:43 am Permalink
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Galeanda Jul, 14 2008 at 11:35 AM
Well, wool is special in that it stays warm even when wet, but you might be able to find warmth on some of the fleeces, especially the Berber ones, and real fleece, not the copycat ones, as the real ones don't pile like the copycat ones, though the fabric and clothes form authentic fleece cost more. And these fleeces come in different thicknesses or values, even to ones that are polar rated and wind resistant.
Silver Scorp Jul, 16 2008 at 04:36 AM
Aren't fleeces also animal products? I am looking for a vegan alternative.
Galeanda Jul, 17 2008 at 06:59 AM
No, fleece is a product that is mainly made from the plastic from recycled pop bottles. It has nothing to do with animal anything. YOu said you were looking for a vegan alternative. The fabric is called polar fleece or just fleece. The best and original fleece is made by Malden Mills.
According to wiki: Advantages of fleece are that it is: * Soft and comfortable to wear. * Very warm and provides warmth without weighing a lot. * Hydrophobic, holding less than 1% of its weight in water when fully soaked and simultaneously highly breathable. Due to this, water vapor from perspiration passes through readily and little is held within the fleece. This makes it a good choice for physical activities where sweating is likely to occur. * Seen by some as being environmentally friendly as it can be made from recycled plastic PET bottles. * Machine washable and dries quickly. Specific washing instructions include cold or cool water (no more than 30-40°C), line-dry, and do not iron. * A good alternative for those who are allergic or sensitive to wool. * Dries very quickly and retains much of its insulation capability even when it is wet, because of its hydrophobic properties. Answer 3 out of 4 by jangobean on Jul 11, 2008 at 11:38 am Permalink
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Answer 4 out of 4 by Needs some coffee on Jul 11, 2008 at 11:36 am Permalink
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