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Is Canvas Good for Excessive Sweating?

A compromise — #22 of 31
Canvas ranks #22 of 31 fabrics for excessive sweating. It is a middling fabric for this. Ranked on breathability and moisture handling, penalised for weight. The top pick is Merino.

Canvas at a glance

Breathability 55 · Moisture 8% · Warmth 50 · 380 gsm · Packability 55 · Wrinkle resistance 72

Canvas measures 55/100 for breathability, 8% moisture regain, 50/100 warmth, at 380 gsm. For excessive sweating, modest breathability and limited moisture absorption decide comfort — and its higher warmth risks trapping heat against the skin.

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