How does the 'grid fleece' mentioned in the description differ from regular fleece?
You may wonder how the term 'grid fleece' written in the guide for the Tessellate fleece sweater differs from regular fleece in terms of function.
Grid fleece has a woven structure with square channels in the fabric to quickly release heat and sweat while retaining body heat.
Grid fleece is a fabric woven with a square textured pattern on the surface, where the raised parts trap body heat and the recessed channels allow air to circulate. Unlike regular fleece, which is entirely covered in fleece pile, heat and moisture circulate through the empty spaces between the grids, reducing weight and eliminating stuffiness.
ostrya adopted this grid-patterned fabric in a mid-weight thickness for its Tessellate fleece sweater, making it suitable for activities in chilly weather[1]. In addition, sweat-absorbing and quick-drying properties are added to help moisture evaporate through the grid channels[2]. It serves to prevent the loss of body heat caused by getting damp and wet, even if you sweat during hiking or outdoor activities.
The specific fiber composition or weight per unit area of the grid fleece fabric could not yet be confirmed.