DESCRIPTION

The Patagonia Brodeo Beanie is a classic cuff beanie made with a 70% recycled wool/26% recycled nylon blend.

A warm blend of recycled wool and nylon, it feels soft against skin, sheds moisture and insulates even when wet. A 2.5' rib-knit cuff fits snugly around the ears for a good bond in windy weather.

• Materials: 70% recycled wool/26% recycled nylon/4% other fibre
• Country of Origin: Made in Vietnam
• Weight: 82 g (2.9 oz)

PROVENANCE AND ETHICS

Patagonia was founded by Yvon Chouinard in 1973, the company's roots are in clothing for rock and alpine climbing, but they now produce a diverse mix of apparel targeted towards skiers, snowboarders, surfers and climbers. Patagonia are a world leader in creating ethical, sustainable clothing.

Recycled Wool:One of the ways Patagonia work to lessen the impact of wool production in their products is to recycle used wool - a practice dating back hundreds of years and actively diverting waste from landfill. Aided by modern-day quality controls, wool fibres are sorted into colour categories prior to use, helping to eliminate the dyeing process, saving water and chemicals and eliminating the resulting wastewater.

Recycled Nylon: Nylon is one of the strongest materials used in clothing and gear. Using recycled nylon, Patagonia decrease their dependence on virgin petroleum as a raw material and reduce discarded fabric.