figbat
Slippery scientist
- Location
- South Oxfordshire, UK
Can't argue about microplastic polution. I do try to avoid it; my wardrobe is 99% natural fibres, but I've yet to find anything that matches man-made materials for sportswear.Shame they pollute the water with micro fibres every wash, isn't it?
Ah... I had thought about trying merino but have had a lot of problems with moths in the past. I think I'll give it a miss!Also, unlike merino, they aren't moth magnets.
..."technical" stuff by Helly Hansen etc.
Ah... I had thought about trying merino but have had a lot of problems with moths in the past. I think I'll give it a miss!
Alternatively then... buy merino but store it in moth-proof sealed plastic bags!I have a Helly Hansen merino base layer, think I spent something like £40 for it. It is on the expensive side that's for sure but it's just so freaking good. I was planning on using it just for cycling but it has quickly become my go-to layer for every physical activity. I must have sweated on it and washed it a few dozen times and it's still as good as new.
Bloody awful trying to navigate modern living with a conscience, isn't it?Can't argue about microplastic polution. I do try to avoid it; my wardrobe is 99% natural fibres, but I've yet to find anything that matches man-made materials for sportswear.
In a few years when my polyester baselayer wears out, I'll probably look at natural alternatives (bamboo? seaweed? cupro?) but not Merino as it irritates my skin. Can't imagine bibs (etc) being made of anything other than lycra for years to come.
Anyway, what is this, Top Trumps Cycling Eco-credentials ?!