Wool vs Down vs Fleece

Now that it’s getting colder outside, my guess is that you’re in the market for some better winter clothing. But have you stopped to consider which option might be best for you? There’s a lot to know, primary among them are which insulating material to go with: wool, down, and fleece.

While I recognize that many folks have their preferences for one reason or another, the following video explains why it’s not so simple. For example, you should consider overall warmth, ability to keep you warm when wet, breathability, weight of the material, durability or longevity, resistance to damage (such as from bugs), upfront purchase cost, and more. Didn’t I say it wasn’t so easy?

In addition, he discusses the many pros and cons to each material if you’re new to the subject, and even if you aren’t, perhaps you’ll learn something new; I sure did!