Merino wool comes from Merino sheep, where the wool protects the sheep from heat up to 35 degrees and cold down to -20 degrees. Merino wool differs from regular wool as the merino wool fiber has a thinner diameter, making it softer and more elastic. The thin and elastic merino fiber does not itch against the skin, contrary to many myths. Read more here and learn why running with wool can be a really good idea!
We have been out to meet some of those who ditch the winter coat to stay warm on the run.
Wool in a new way
In producing Lipati Merino Nuyarn LS Shirt, great lengths have been taken to find the best way to spin the wool. As the saying goes, "The devil is in the details," and with this focus, every detail in this wool sweater has been optimized.
The method of spinning the wool was developed in New Zealand. The method highlights the wool's natural properties and stems from traditional spinning techniques. Now, the wool can tackle moisture and heat better, ensuring you a comfortable run - in all weather.
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In clear terms, it can be said very precisely:
With this type of wool, you get
35% more volume: This technique allows natural air pockets to form in the wool, providing more volume, increased wind resistance, and improved thermoregulation.
5x faster drying time. Nuyarn absorbs water before it forms into droplets, thus passing through the fabric faster, evaporating moisture quickly.
35% more elasticity. The technique by which the wool fibers are woven gives the garment better elasticity. This is felt by a significantly better fit and the sensation that the sweater is woven personally for you.
35% better temperature regulation. Due to the air pockets formed during the weaving of the wool, Nuyarn wool achieves significantly better temperature regulation.
53% less airflow. The aforementioned air pockets and tight weaving reduce airflow in the fabric by 53%.
50% better durability. As the weaving technique allows for longer wool fibers to be used and these retain their original structure, the fabric becomes more resistant and achieves 50% better durability than other products.
120% stronger seams. When products' seams with this type of fabric were tested, it was found that the seams can withstand 8 kg of pulling force, compared to 3 kg in other wool fabrics.
Wool products in winter
In winter, merino wool provides great warmth while ensuring the body does not overheat when you are physically active. Used as an inner or middle layer, active athletes can exploit merino wool's unique temperature-regulating properties, keeping the body perfectly tempered.
The finely woven wool fibers contain and bind a lot of air, helping to protect against both heat and cold. Wool can also absorb and hold moisture up to 35% of its own weight without feeling wet. This means that when you sweat during physical activity, the wool will absorb and transport moisture away from the skin into the fibers' air spaces - and uniquely, it continues to warm even when wet.
Even though merino wool absorbs moisture up to 35% of its own weight in the fiber, it dries as quickly as synthetic fabrics.
Merino wool also contains lanolin, which has antibacterial properties, keeping the wool odor-free even after many hours of use. This makes socks with merino wool very suitable for skiing, hiking, and running, where the foot is often "enclosed" for extended periods.
Wool products in summer
In summer, wool also has great properties to keep you cool and protected thanks to the high air content (80% air and 20% wool fibers), ensuring very limited heat exchange with the surroundings. Wool helps maintain a stable "indoor climate" and keeps a uniform temperature close to the body. Wool effectively absorbs sweat and excess heat, and can actually provide a cooling effect when it's really hot. Merino wool is also tested to have high UV protection over UV40+.
Need a lot of sweat transport?
When you choose to be physically active wearing wool in winter, the wool's properties can give you the optimal running experience. But if you're one of those who sweats a lot, a wool sweater can quickly reach its max for how much moisture it can handle if you have a very tight running jacket on top. Therefore, our recommendation is that in this situation, you wear a lighter jacket so the wool sweater can better help you get rid of moisture and heat.
Merino wool with polyester blend
Merino wool is very expensive, but to harness its good properties, merino wool is often combined with synthetic fabrics. This not only makes the product cheaper but also provides extra quick and effective sweat transport to the next layer while utilizing the wool's temperature-regulating effect. If you are the type who sweats a lot when running, it might be advantageous to choose an inner layer consisting of a mix of wool and synthetic material rather than 100% wool.
Briefly about Lipati Merino Nuyarn LS Shirt:
- - Good heat insulation
- - Temperature-regulating effect
- - Natural material
- - Self-cleaning and odor-free
- - Cooling in summer
- - Antibacterial properties
Remember to care for and treat wool products properly to maintain their good properties better.
Wash your wool products in wool wash
With wool detergent, the wool fibers' good ability to remove moisture from the body is maintained, and drying time is reduced. Wool wash contains lanolin, which helps preserve the wool's breathability and flexible properties.
If you wash wool products in the washing machine, always use the "Wool program" or they can also be easily washed by hand.
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