How to Care for Your Hiking Items: Merino Wool
HOW TO CARE FOR YOUR HIKING ITEMS: MERINO WOOL

HOW TO CARE FOR YOUR HIKING ITEMS: MERINO WOOL
1. Moisture Wicking
2. Provides Good Insulation
3. Layer Away!
4. Odour Resistant
5. Comfortable
6. Biodegradable
7. UPF Protection
8. Lightweight
Decathlon sources for and utilises only sustainable mulesing-free merino wool despite it being more costly.
Due to its natural antibacterial compound, merino wool limits odour and is also highly resistant to stains; this means less washing required compared to cotton/synthetics!
Avoid using fabric softener as these will coat the merino fibres, which will limit the wool’s natural ability to actively manage moisture and body temperature. Do not dry clean or use bleach as the chlorine can destroy the merino fibres.
Machine wash on low to medium heat (at about 30°C) on a normal cycle (unless otherwise stated on laundry directions!).
Let the garment dry on a flat surface. You can also opt to tumble dry on low heat if the care instructions allow.
As you can see, it's easy to care for merino wool – just follow this guide and you are good to go! Pack smart for your hikes or treks with merino wool clothing as you can lug fewer articles of clothing. Have fun!
Sport Leader (Hiking), Decathlon Bedok
“Merino wool may be expensive but if you think about its advantages, it is definitely worth it to invest in one!”