Warm, soft, comfortable and a nearly perfect fit. The Naturally Bamboo company makes specialized clothing and accessories made from bamboo fiber. Bamboo has many extraordinary qualities, such as being grown without pesticides, naturally anti-bacterial and hypoallergenic, breathable, and absorbent.

We typically travel and adventure with a buff, or Silo as the Naturally Bamboo calls it. For those of you who aren’t educated in a buff yet, you have to check them out. A Buff/Silo is a performance product that is a versatile garments that can be worn in a number of different configurations to provide a high level of comfort, protection and style during outdoor and recreational activities. The multi-functional head and neck wear system that rocks at both comfort & performance. The Silo can be used as a hat, scarf, face warmer, balaclava, and headband.

The technical aspects of the Naturally Bamboo silo are priceless to staying warm. The bamboo fabric is a breathable micro-gap structure that keeps you cool or warm and won’t stick to your skin. The additional base layer warmth around the neck is key while high up on the mountain. Bamboo is naturally anti-bacterial so clothing won’t get stinky on that multi-day assault on the summit.

We recently used the silo on our spring ascent of Mt. Rainier. This multi-day climb took us through several different types of weather thus several different needs for the Silo. Low on the mountain we trekked through the low mountain tundra in warm humid weather. The silo was worn around our necks and as a headband. Both functions kept us cool during this ascent up to the Glacier. Once higher on the mountain the silo was used as a base layer around our neck to add additional warmth and protection from the chilly mountain winds.

We have tested several different buffs by several different companies. All seem to have their own individual style, fit, and design. They all serve generally the same purpose. We were greatly impressed by the Naturally Bamboo’s Silo. The material didn’t seem to stretch out as much as other buffs we have tested. This is a great homegrown business out of Minnesota and we strongly recommend their products, both for the adventurous functionality as well as the environmental mission behind the clothing.

Bamboo is naturally anti-bacterial so clothing does not get stinky

Bamboo rapidly absorbs moisture and dries in 1/2 the time as cotton

Bamboo is rapidly grown renewable and can grow over a foot a day

Bamboo produces 35% more oxygen that an equivalent stand of trees

Products made from bamboo take carbon out of circulation and keep carbon locked up of the life of the product

Naturally Bamboo’s bamboo is certified organically grown without pesticides or chemical fertilizers by the OCIA and USDA.

Naturally Bamboo ethical apparel is 100% women-operated and owned company out of Mankato, Minnesota. Get more information about them at:

www.naturallybambooclothing.com