Fabrics

**jfdfiremedic71** · 29th December 14, 11:13 AM

Hi everyone! I run mud obstacle runs such as Spartan, Tough Mudder and Warrior Dash. I've worn a kilt the last year and get looks, comments and questions all the time. My question for all of you is this; What fabric is lightweight and doesn't hold water and mud as easily as wool and cotton? I'm looking at the Hiker's kilt from Sportkilt.com since it's mad in a microfiber. Any other suggestions of what and where to get it? Thanks!

**The Wizard of BC** · 29th December 14, 11:31 AM

There are many synthetic fibers out there. Two are most commonly used for kilts.
The first and for your intended use would be Acrylic. Most of the kilts you see on the web listed for $80.00-$100.00 price range are made from acrylic.
Check out two of our sponsors for these. Stillwater Kilts found on the right banner and Buyakilt on the top banner.
inexpensive enough that if you destroy it you are not out a lot of money.

The second synthetic is a blend of Polyester and Rayon. This would be for a kilt that you want to still look nice after going through the washer to get the dirt off.
Check on USA Kilts and Freedom Kilts both on the top banner.

**cck** · 29th December 14, 11:57 AM

Out of the several contemporary non-wool kilts I have, the Sport Kilt Hiking model would be my choice for such an event.

**jfdfiremedic71** · 29th December 14, 12:24 PM

Thanks for the info!

**azwildcat96** · 29th December 14, 06:34 PM

I wore a Stillwater Thrifty Kilt for a Warrior Dash mud run...It held up well, but I wouldn't suggest it, as it is acrylic and you do have to jump over flames...

I like SportKilt for athletics, although they cost a bit more than the Stillwaters.

**jfdfiremedic71** · 30th December 14, 10:01 PM

Originally Posted by azwildcat96

I wore a Stillwater Thrifty Kilt for a Warrior Dash mud run...It held up well, but I wouldn't suggest it, as it is acrylic and you do have to jump over flames...

I like SportKilt for athletics, although they cost a bit more than the Stillwaters.

I'm wearing a Stillwater Thrifty Kilt right now for my races. I'm looking for something that's more "water friendly".

**Pleater** · 1st January 15, 11:22 AM

I find it is not so much the length as the style - in my kilt which I made too long by not measuring the actual width of the fabric, just cutting it in half I can still vault gates because it is a reverse kingussie with deep under apron pleats - so it opens out like a bird's wings and folds in the same way.

Yes it is rather theatrical and I put lots of fabric into it, but making a simple kilt - just pleated onto a sturdy waistband with some hefty fastenings to keep it in place should create a suitable garment.

The garments which are rather Goth are being worn at the hips - they would be considerably shorter if hauled up to the normal kilt height, or even just to the natural waistline.

Anne the Pleater :ootd: