The Arms of Andes Blog

Read our latest news and features, discussing everything from the properties of alpaca wool, to gear lists for hiking and traveling; from ideas about living more sustainably, to information about traveling and hiking in Peru. Browse our articles or use the search button to find what you're looking for.

WHAT IS ALPACA WOOL?

Alpaca wool can be considered as nature's superior functional fiber, having developed in harsh and variable weather conditions in the Peruvian Andes.

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Is there any better outdoors base layer than Merino wool?

Merino wool has taken over the natural wool outdoor market as the high functional, natural, performance fiber. But what not many hikers and travelers are aware of is the superior...

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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...

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An All Season Wool

Extreme Climate Changes make Alpaca Wool: An All Season Wool

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Temperature Regulated Alpaca Garments

How Alpaca is naturally temperature regulated and why its important for your hikes.

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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%.

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THE BEST TRAVEL CLOTHES

The BEST shirts, underwear, socks, and layers come from one material: 100% ALPACA Just as you want to explore the diverse regions of the Earth (using gear that is light, comfortable,...

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THE BEST WOOL TO CAMP WITH

Camping in winter or spring, you need clothes that stay dry, warm, soft, durable, breathable, and do not smell. Finding multipurpose clothes are 100% natural limits your wool selection. Find...

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