Quote Originally Posted by Biciclista View Post
I'm wearing alpaca right now. Have worn an alpaca sweater on a ride. I wouldn't do it all the time because Alpaca is kind of fragile. but it's sure nice stuff!
Alpaca shouldn't be fragile. Of course, I have come across some imported items that kind of fell apart after an accidental washing.

Basically, if you wash on cold, even with agitation most alpaca holds up well... but if you have a really special piece that is more delicate, you would just soak and spin it, and then lay flat to dry.

My alpaca socks have been through many cycles of laundry and while they are fuzzier than when I first got them, they are tough and comfortable and keep my feet warm and dry!

And they don't smell! Yay alpaca!