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Is Tweed Good for Quick Drying?

Not recommended — #31 of 31
Tweed ranks #31 of 31 fabrics for quick drying. It is a poor fabric for this. Ranked on low moisture regain, low weight, and packability — the inverse of absorbency. The top pick is Polypropylene.

Tweed at a glance

Breathability 50 · Moisture 14% · Warmth 82 · 350 gsm · Packability 50 · Wrinkle resistance 78

Tweed measures 50/100 for breathability, 14% moisture regain, 82/100 warmth, at 350 gsm. Fast drying favours low moisture regain: at 14% Tweed holds water and dries slowly, and 350 gsm keeps it light.

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