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Is Tweed Good for Warmth Without Weight?

A compromise — #19 of 31
Tweed ranks #19 of 31 fabrics for warmth without weight. It is a middling fabric for this. Ranked on warmth relative to weight, with a packability bonus. The top pick is Cashmere.

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. Warmth-to-weight is the metric: 82/100 warmth at 350 gsm is a fair ratio for packable insulation.

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