Poly/Cotton; Twill/Ripstop Differences?

[Midget]

Whats the difference between cotton and polyester, and the difference between cotton twill and ripstop? I'm talking about pants, mainly.

Thanks.

midget

 

[Midget]

In case any of you were wondering, here's what I pulled up on google. Taken from soldiercity.com.



100% cotton ripstop:
Lightweight, breathable, wind resistant, and durable. The ripstop reinforcement provides a checkered pattern to resist rips and tears. Ideal for warm to hot climates. May shrink more than the other materials.

Polyester/cotton twill:
The preferred cloth for most civilians. Ideal for all weather conditions. Slightly less breathable than 100% cotton in the summer but provides better protection in the winter.

Polyester/cotton ripstop:
The cloth of choice for federal agencies. Durable, colorfast, resists fading, tearing and abrasions. Resists wrinkles and shrinking. All climate - breathable in summer, wind resistant in winter. Offers the ultimate in long lasting performance and will outlast all other BDU materials.

Nylon/cotton twill:
Proven to be long lasting and sturdy from decades of military use. Best for temperate weather.






Does anyone prefer one material over another, and if so, why? Thanks.

 

[SIFU1A]

i myself prefer the heavier material, even in tx, i usually wear BDUs in the winter so the heavier stuff is better for me, it seems a lot of BDUs only come in the lighter stuff now though,

greg