Base Layer Showdown: Merino Wool vs Synthetic Polyester

Base Layer Showdown: Merino Wool vs Synthetic Polyester

Walk into any outdoor shop in October and you will find the same friendly argument playing out on the rails: soft, natural merino wool on one side, sleek, technical synthetic polyester on the other. Both promise to keep you warm, dry, and comfortable next to your skin. Both have devoted fans who would not wear …

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