How can you recognise a good fleece jumper?

Fleece is a fantastic material with numerous advantages , especially when compared to natural fibres like wool and cotton. The main features of a good fleece jumper at a glance: Comfort : the fabric is lightweight, warm, breathable, and pleasant to the skin. Insulation : fleece is perfect as an insulating layer in your three-layer system. The material retains the warm layer of air around your body well. Packing size : there are super-compact fleece jumpers that keep you just as warm as the fluffiest ones. Sustainability : fleece is often made from recycled plastic bottles. It is important to buy a high-quality piece, though, so there’s less chance of tiny plastic particles being released when washing.

Wool and fleece: the comparison

When it comes to insulation and breathability , wool is hard to beat. The natural fabric is also antibacterial and temperature-regulating: a versatile powerhouse. But wool also has a few drawbacks: The fabric absorbs moisture and dries slowly. Therefore, once wet, wool is incredibly heavy and less suitable for outdoor activities. You can’t just wash wool in the washing machine unless your machine has a special wool wash cycle. Wool is quite expensive, especially if you opt for a special kind like merino wool. To turn all those disadvantages into advantages, fleece was developed in the 1970s: the synthetic alternative with the same insulating properties. But without the drawbacks (or the sheep).

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When taking a trip to the snow, a good fleece as a midlayer is an absolute must have. This indispensable layer is insulating, breathable and quick drying. It is a very important part of your ski clothing.

There are models for men, women and children. And you can choose a “skipully” with a short zip or cardigan zip, and in fun or neutral colours. Keep yourself comfortably warm in a functional ski sweater that helps you conquer the snowy mountains.

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FAQ – frequently asked questions about fleece

Fleece is a fantastic material with numerous advantages, especially when compared to natural fibres like wool and cotton. The main features of a good fleece jumper at a glance:

Comfort: the fabric is lightweight, warm, breathable, and pleasant to the skin.
Insulation: fleece is perfect as an insulating layer in your three-layer system. The material retains the warm layer of air around your body well.
Packing size: there are super-compact fleece jumpers that keep you just as warm as the fluffiest ones.
Sustainability: fleece is often made from recycled plastic bottles. It is important to buy a high-quality piece, though, so there’s less chance of tiny plastic particles being released when washing.

When it comes to insulation and breathability, wool is hard to beat. The natural fabric is also antibacterial and temperature-regulating: a versatile powerhouse. But wool also has a few drawbacks:

The fabric absorbs moisture and dries slowly. Therefore, once wet, wool is incredibly heavy and less suitable for outdoor activities.
You can’t just wash wool in the washing machine unless your machine has a special wool wash cycle.
Wool is quite expensive, especially if you opt for a special kind like merino wool.

To turn all those disadvantages into advantages, fleece was developed in the 1970s: the synthetic alternative with the same insulating properties. But without the drawbacks (or the sheep).

Choose from several top brands

We wouldn’t be A.S.Adventure if we didn’t make sure that we have an extensive range of top brands. From Patagonia to The North Face, Columbia and Jack Wolfskin, their fleeces all compete for a spot in your kit.

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