How to care for your hiking items: merino wool

1. Moisture Wicking ~In Singapore's tropical climate, fibers absorb and evaporate sweat away from the skin, keeping one dry and cool.~ 

2. Provides Good Insulation~In wintry climates, insulation is brought about by air trapped in its fibers.~ 

3. Layer Away!~Thanks to its high breathability, each layer of merino wool efficiently transports sweat from the skin to the outside layer/atmosphere. ~ 

4. Odour Resistant~Its anti-bacterial properties deter odour, making merino wool clothing ideal for traveling or multiple day treks. ~ 

5. Comfortable ~Compared to other wool, merino wool is super fine, allowing it to bend as it brushes against the skin.~ 

6. Biodegradable~ 

7. UPF Protection~ 

8. Lightweight

Decathlon sources for and utilises only sustainable mulesing-free merino wool despite it being more costly.~*Mulesing is a method widely used to prevent sheep from dying due to infections caused by insects, which it is also a painful surgical procedure which can be entirely avoidable*