Thermal sets

Why choose a thermoset for hiking?

If you are going for a long hike, we recommend choosing your clothing based on the 3-layer system. Underwear is the layer that you wear directly on your skin. On top of that, you can wear thermal clothing. Thermal clothing is considered the first layer. This layer regulates your body temperature and ensures that perspiration is removed. Regulating your body temperature is done through a layer of air that forms between your skin and the thermal clothing. The larger this layer of air, the more heat the thermoset retains. If you wear the thermoset slightly looser around your body, the layer of air is larger and the set provides more warmth. If the clothing fits more snugly around your body, the focus is more on removing perspiration. A thermoset consists of a thermal shirt and thermal pants.

The different types of thermosets

At Plutosport.nl, there are both summer and winter thermosets for women, men, and children, allowing the thermal clothing to be worn throughout the year. The summer thermosets are thinner and their main function is to keep your body cool and dry by quickly removing perspiration. The winter thermosets provide warmth as they are thicker. A thermoset is often made of polyester or Merino wool. Both fabrics have the main properties of effectively removing perspiration and drying quickly. Polyester retains its shape well. Merino wool does not itch and stays fresh-smelling.

Tip

To maintain the quality and important properties of the thermoset, it is important to wash the set according to the washing instructions. These can be found on the washing label inside the thermoset.

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