Find out, why the sports and outdoor industry likes to use blended fabrics and what to consider when buying them.

Polyester is a synthetic textile fibre from the chemistry laboratory that has been an integral part of the textile world since its invention in the early 1940s. The textile fibre is based on various plastics and therefore poses many problems for the environment. Find out here what solutions there are and what else you need to know about polyester.

The synthetic fibre is added to almost all sportswear. Why this is the case and which reasons speak for or against elastane you can find out here.

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Viscose is one of the most popular raw materials in the textile industry. These are the 7 things you need to know about viscose.

Active wear and cotton? Find out about the advantages of using cotton for outdoor fabrics and why it's especially important to look for the organic label.

It warms in the cold, cools in the heat, is super soft and as durable as it is easy to care for: Merino wool has many natural superpowers that make it the ideal material for outdoor clothing and a truly sustainable alternative to synthetic fibers. Find out why so many outdoor enthusiasts swear by wool from one of the oldest sheep breeds in the world.