Winter is the season of adventure and fun on the slopes and good equipment is important. To contribute to a step towards a more sustainable future, Poederbaas has designed ski socks made from recycled coffee. How? By using coffee-yarn. This is a yarn made from recycled coffee grounds in combination with polymers.
The benefits of coffee yarn
What makes the new ski sock collection so special? The secret lies in their unique material: Coffee-yarn. Every day, enormous amounts of coffee are consumed worldwide and the residue, the coffee grounds, often ends up on the garbage heap.
How does it work?
To make coffee, 0.2 percent of the bean is used. The rest, 99.8 percent, becomes coffee grounds and is thrown away. A great shame because this can be converted into a high-quality textile thread called ''Coffee Yarn''. The process starts with collecting coffee grounds, which are then dried and processed into nanoparticles. These nanoparticles are mixed with polymers and finally spun into yarn.
The final result, the coffee thread, can be used to produce outdoor clothing. Fun fact: The coffee grounds used for the thread come from the world's largest coffee sellers such as Starbucks. Because so much coffee is consumed, there is basically always coffee grounds available! In this way, companies give a second life to the coffee grounds that would otherwise end up in the trash.
Poederbaas has found a way to give this coffee grounds a new life. Namely, by using it for the production of our Ski Socks.
Sustainability and functionality
Why coffee? Coffee grounds have some surprising properties that have great benefits for the quality of ski socks. Firstly, they have excellent moisture-regulating properties. This means that your feet stay dry, even during long and intensive days on the slopes. Coffee grounds also have natural anti-odour properties. No more unpleasant odours after a day of skiing! Your feet stay fresh and comfortable.
By using recycled coffee grounds, Poederbaas wants to contribute to a circular economy. Where waste is converted into valuable raw materials, which reduces the ecological footprint of our production. By choosing Poederbaas ski socks, you contribute to the environment even during your ski trip.
Comfort and performance
In addition to the ecological benefits, the Poederbaas ski socks also offer great comfort and contribute to your skiing performance. The combination of coffee yarn and polyester results in a fabric that is both soft and breathable. The socks are designed with a comfortable fit that adapts perfectly to your feet, helping to prevent blisters and discomfort.
Poederbaas ski socks also feature padding in all the right places, which provides extra support to your feet and ankles while skiing. This means you can ski with more confidence and comfort. If you’re looking for ski socks this winter that will not only enhance your skiing experience but also have a positive impact on the environment, these ski socks are the perfect choice. Ski sustainably, ski comfortably, ski with Poederbaas!
