Born from the landscape
It begins on the slopes of the Franconian Hesselberg. There, where landscape, seasons and origin can still be felt, one of nature’s most original fibers is created: Bavarian sheep’s wool. For us, wool is more than just a material. It stands for proximity to origin, respect for natural resources and the conviction that genuine quality begins at the source. That is why we source our wool regionally from Bavaria and process it with care until it becomes part of every ANGELCAB wool stroller, creating a material that combines nature, craftsmanship and conviction between pasture and processing. A fiber that has been tried and tested for centuries and has lost none of its relevance to this day.
What makes wool so extraordinary
Sheep’s wool is one of nature’s most intelligent fibers. Its structure regulates temperature, absorbs moisture and has a natural antibacterial effect. Properties that were not created in a laboratory, but have been perfected over thousands of years. This is precisely why wool is the ideal foundation for a wool stroller – and remains one of the most effective natural fibres available today.
- 1. antibacterial and low odor The surface of the wool fiber naturally inhibits the growth of bacteria. This results in fewer odors and the material remains pleasantly fresh even after prolonged use.
- 2. natural temperature regulation Wool reacts to its surroundings. It stores heat when it is cold and releases it when it gets warm. This creates a balanced climate that adapts to changing temperatures.
- 3. excellent moisture regulation Wool fibers can absorb large amounts of moisture without feeling wet. The fiber transports moisture to the outside and thus ensures a dry and comfortable feeling.
- 4. dirt and water repellent The natural wool grease lanolin makes it easier for water and dirt to roll off. Many types of dirt can simply be brushed out without the need for extensive cleaning of the material.
- 5. durable and robust The natural elasticity of the wool fiber makes it particularly hard-wearing. It returns to its original shape even after being stressed and remains stable and functional for many years.
- 6. sustainable and recyclable Wool is a renewable raw material and completely biodegradable. It grows back every year and can return to the natural cycle at the end of its life cycle.
Wool from Bavaria
Our wool begins where landscape and agriculture are still closely linked: on the pastures around the Franconian Hesselberg. This is where the Belzner sheep farm carries out traditional transhumance. The flocks move across meadows and hills, tend the landscape and ensure that open spaces, rare plants and natural habitats are preserved. The sheep are sheared once a year. In many regions, what is created in the process is now only considered a by-product. For us, it is the beginning of a valuable raw material. The fresh new wool is collected, sorted and prepared for further processing, from where its journey into the ANGELCAB wool stroller begins just a few kilometers away. The wool is transported to Dinkelsbühl, where it is further processed at Lavalan. This keeps the entire process short, traceable and regionally anchored - from the pasture on the Hesselberg to the next stage of processing.
From raw material to high-performance fiber
After shearing and sorting, the next step begins in Dinkelsbühl. Here at Lavalan, the Bavarian virgin wool is further developed into a modern natural material. In a gentle process, a so-called spunbond is created from the individual fibers - a uniform, stable structure that preserves the natural properties of the wool and at the same time makes it usable for technical applications. This process combines traditional natural material with modern processing. The result is a fiber structure that is light, durable and efficient – perfect for the wool stroller, without losing its natural origin.