What other fabrics tend to keep or lose their insulation properties when wet?

Question

For example cotton is famous for losing its insulation effect when wet and wool is famous for keeping its insulation effect when wet. What about other fabrics are there any others that are particularly good or bad when wet?

I'm not talking strength here, I'm just trying to stay warm while I ride my bike in the rain.

Answer 1

polar fleece does ok when wet, but no where as good as wool in my opinion.
Many of the synthetics are this way, like polypropaline long underwear. Does ok when damp.

Answer 2

Down is no good when it gets wet. Most synthetic materials work well because they won't absorb water. Getting something that is wind proof also helps. Here's a good link for better expert advice.
http://www.rei.com/expertadvice

Answer 3

I think i read somewhere that silk is stronger when wet.

What are you going to do with this fabric info? Are you building a better parachute or something?

Answer 4

you could attempt with water, yet depended how lengthy the tire has executed to be fairly flat, if about 3 days or a lot less then attempt with water, if 10 to 30 or more suitable, you need to replace the rim ( for attempt). if so, replace the tire and push it down into the water, you need to ensure countless bubbles arising. If it from the rim you do not go with to mark the position it truly is, in simple terms replace the rim, thats it.