Merino wool, only appreciated by athletes?
Ask people around you who play sports if they know Merino wool and they will definitely say yes. This wool, used in the manufacture of many clothes dedicated to the practice of intense sport such as trekking, running or cycling, has fascinating properties. First, fabrics made with Merino wool do not absorb odors. Even when worn during strenuous sport, Merino wool garments will not smell of sweat. Also this wool adapts to body temperature and wicks away moisture. In hot weather, it will let heat escape and keep the body dry, and in cool weather, it will retain body heat. It is for this reason that this wool is said to be smart and although it is a wool, it can be worn all year round. Merino wool socks, the luxury of athletes? To this I would answer no. Among others, it will appeal to people who have to work standing up, such as postmen, ambulance attendants, nurses and doctors, police officers, as well as people who practice manual trades and who have to wear work boots. Let's democratize Merino wool for all those who dream of having warm feet or cool feet, or feet that smell good!