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Is Polypropylene Good for Warmth Without Weight?

A solid choice — #13 of 31
Polypropylene ranks #13 of 31 fabrics for warmth without weight. It is a good fabric for this. Ranked on warmth relative to weight, with a packability bonus. The top pick is Cashmere.

Polypropylene at a glance

Breathability 40 · Moisture 0% · Warmth 40 · 120 gsm · Packability 98 · Wrinkle resistance 92

Polypropylene measures 40/100 for breathability, 0% moisture regain, 40/100 warmth, at 120 gsm. Warmth-to-weight is the metric: 40/100 warmth at 120 gsm is an excellent ratio for packable insulation.

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