Whats wrong with wearing cotton or wool?
When natural fibers like cotton and wool get wet from snow or perspiration, they retain their moisture, leaving the wearer wet and chilled. Not only is this uncomfortable, it can affect performance and be potentially dangerous. When skin remains wet in a cold environment, the body’s core temperature can be lowered enough to cause hypothermia. Not only do synthetic fabrics wick moisture away from the skin, they dry quickly and help keep the wearer warm in the process. • What’s the difference between Gore-Tex and other shell fabrics? Gore-Tex is actually not a fabric, it’s a membrane that is laminated to a shell fabric such as nylon or polyester. Before the mid-1970s, when Gore-Tex was invented, wearing a water- and windproof shell jacket meant sacrificing breathability. Both waterproof and breathable, Gore-Tex set a new standard for technical outerwear. Today, many outdoor clothing manufacturers offer functional alternatives to Gore-Tex, all of which provide varying degrees of waterproo
