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Alpaca vs Merino: Which is Better?
Which wool has better temperature regulation, moisture wicking and insulation capacities and is warmer? We find customers often ask us about alpaca and merino wool and the difference between the...
Temperature Regulated Alpaca Garments
How Alpaca is naturally temperature regulated and why its important for your hikes.
Alpaca Wool Makes Your Trek Experience Better Than Merino Wool
Avoid catching a cold and having to change your sweaty clothes during your hikes. Alpaca wicks more 90% of sweat while Merino only wicks 50%.
Harsher Environments: Better Fibers
Harsh weather conditions produce the best performing wool. Find out why Alpacas live in high altitude and what they do survive harsh weather conditions.
Alpaca: The Best Eco-Friendly Animal
Through their evolution, they developed fibers that does not retain water, protects against harsh sunlight and keeps you warm during winter. Even mixed with synthetic processing, other types of wool...
