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Fabric verdict

Is Flannel Good for Odour Resistance?

A compromise — #16 of 31
Flannel ranks #16 of 31 fabrics for odour resistance. It is a middling fabric for this. Ranked with a wool-family bonus plus breathability and moisture management. The top pick is Merino.

Flannel at a glance

Breathability 58 · Moisture 12% · Warmth 80 · 260 gsm · Packability 65 · Wrinkle resistance 75

Flannel measures 58/100 for breathability, 12% moisture regain, 80/100 warmth, at 260 gsm. Wool fibres lead here: Flannel is not a wool fibre, so it leans on breathability alone.

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