Thread: Blowing wet wools weigh myth out of the water

Hi all last year I purchased a fleece anorak from a very reputable brand which also has wind protection as well While hunting at Te Puke hut in the Kaweka's in drizzle last November it filled up with water. After I returned I hung it up outside to allow the water to move to the bottom of the garment I then spent 5 minutes shaking it and cracking it like a whip to get the water out I gave it a good shake about a dozen times, I was very disappointed with the performance. It was still wet and heavy two days later! Nimrod's experiment confirms my thoughts that old swanny held water but shed it quickly as well. I am definitely going back to wool. Thanks Nimrod