Fiber Foundations
Molecules Matter, 20The Language of Sock Fibers, 21
Staple Length, 21Surface Structure, 21Fineness, 22
Protein Fibers, 23
Sheep, 23Alpaca, 24Mohair, 24Luxury Fibers: Cashmere, Bison, Yak, and Qiviut,25Angora, 26
Silk, 26Plant Fibers, 26
Seed Fibers, 26Bast Fibers, 27
Regenerated Cellulose, 28Synthetic Fibers, 28
Nylon, 29Polyester and Acrylic, 29Lycra, 29
Introduction, 6
What a Sock Needs
Lasting Elasticity, 12
Young’s Modulus, 13
Brute Strength, 13
Abrasion, 14Tensile Strength, 14
Moisture Management, 14
Regain, 15Wicking, 15
A Willingness to Be Worked and Worn, 16Let the Mystery Be, 16
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