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Anyone familiar with it? (Moderated by Deepika, Sharon1952)
Posted on: 12/16/09 11:12 AM ET
I am thinking of making a coat from WindPro, but the Mill Direct Textile site has less-than-complete information about what the different types are like. Has anyone sewn with it? What's the equivalent weight (say, 100, 200, or 300 weight) of what they call "lightweight" or "heavyweight"?
I live in the SF Bay Area, and am looking for something that will keep most of the wind out, but not make me feel like a pig in a blanket, either!
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I live in the SF Bay Area, and am looking for something that will keep most of the wind out, but not make me feel like a pig in a blanket, either!
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Debbie
Viking Sapphire 930, Babylock Evolution
Viking Sapphire 930, Babylock Evolution
Posted on: 12/16/09 12:28 PM ET
In reply to Debbie Lancaster
I've used the WindPro from Malden Mills for a fullzip jacket as well as having a RTW halfzip out of it and I would call it a midweight. I use the jackets while riding horses and motorcycle and it does a very good job blocking wind. It is light enough to use as an underlayer if it's very cold. It does have considerably less stretch and 'give' than other fleece so size accordingly. HTH
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Posted on: 12/16/09 3:42 PM ET
They have descriptions of the different Polartech fleeces at SeattleFabrics.com - maybe that will help you. link
Posted on: 12/16/09 4:12 PM ET
Polartec makes several types of Windpro, and some of these have very different characteristics than others. Two years ago I ordered several yards of Polartec brand Windpro from Nancy's Notions. The fabric I received was a medium weight (200) and very stretchy with a velvet like surface and a knit fabric backing. Last year, I ordered the same Polartec Windpro fabric from Nancy's Notions, but it was much lighter in weight, like a 100 weight. I also have some samples labeled "Windpro" from Mill Direct, and some of these look and feel exactly like regular fleece. You might want to see if Mill Direct still has their sample packs available. That way, you can see what these fabrics are like.
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Posted on: 12/16/09 6:11 PM ET
Thanks everyone for your help!
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Debbie
Viking Sapphire 930, Babylock Evolution
Viking Sapphire 930, Babylock Evolution
Posted on: 12/17/09 2:37 PM ET
Debbie - you can also email and ask them to describe the particular fabrics you are looking at.
I agree, they could stand to elaborate in their fabric descriptions!
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I agree, they could stand to elaborate in their fabric descriptions!
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With a great wardrobe that's still in the flat-fabric stage.
Posted on: 12/17/09 8:44 PM ET
Hi Debbie,
I've found the lightweight WindoPro to be good for a winter jumper here in southern Australia. It is about the same thickness and stiffness as PT100 but denser, about twice the weight. It cuts the wind like a dream without becoming too hot.
I'm not sure about your weather, but I generally wear this at temps 5-17C and wind over 30km/h.
I've also used the heavy weight WP that has a DWP finish. It's more like a PT300 but again much more dense. It's quite bulky and stiff but I've found it good for snow conditions.
Both are easy to sew with and you won't need to finish the edges. The serger had a bit of trouble getting through 4 layers of the heavyweight ( it was higher than the cutter) but if you take it slowly, it does a neat job.
Good luck with your project.
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I've found the lightweight WindoPro to be good for a winter jumper here in southern Australia. It is about the same thickness and stiffness as PT100 but denser, about twice the weight. It cuts the wind like a dream without becoming too hot.
I'm not sure about your weather, but I generally wear this at temps 5-17C and wind over 30km/h.
I've also used the heavy weight WP that has a DWP finish. It's more like a PT300 but again much more dense. It's quite bulky and stiff but I've found it good for snow conditions.
Both are easy to sew with and you won't need to finish the edges. The serger had a bit of trouble getting through 4 layers of the heavyweight ( it was higher than the cutter) but if you take it slowly, it does a neat job.
Good luck with your project.
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Posted on: 12/17/09 8:55 PM ET
Windpro is wind resistant fleece, that isn't windproof like the windbloc. Windpro doesn't have the internal laminate like the windblock so it's softer and stretchier. Windpro light is similar to expedition weight which is bulky 100 weight. Where I live it's a spring and fall weight. The regular weight is between a 200 and 300. It comes single and double sided. Often it's velour finish on one side and sherpa or knit on the other. I agree the regular windpro tends to be a little stiff.
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Posted on: 12/18/09 1:02 PM ET
Thanks so much for your help--I was completely stymied. You all are the greatest! I just ordered the cobalt blue midweight velour/low shearing: here
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Debbie
Viking Sapphire 930, Babylock Evolution
Viking Sapphire 930, Babylock Evolution
Posted on: 12/30/09 1:36 PM ET
I also ordered a bunch of samples from them and found them to be extremely helpful. Beware of the online colors - they can be WAY off, especially the yellow family colors. Rely on the swatches instead. However, when I called about it they were happy to accept my return - very good customer service.
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