We’re always eager to try out Merino wool layers, so when WoolPro reached out to us with not just an offer for some clothing, but with a 178 year old story that went with it, our interest was piqued. WoolPro (Est. 2012) is the brainchild of Charlie and Owen Merrow, …
Read More »Minus33 Sequoia Midweight Merino Wool 1/4 zip
For the past few months Mrs. Adventure has been testing out Minus33‘s Sequoia Midweight Merino Wool 1/4 zip and she is notably impressed. I am noticeably impressed too, and not simply because it means she’ll be borrowing less of my merino layers! Features Fabric: 100% 18.5 Micron Merino Wool Fabric …
Read More »Minus33 – Men’s Isolation midweight 1/4 Zip top
This winter we were introduced to Minus33, and we’re loving the quality, fit and comfort of their merino wool layers. I’ve been testing out the Isolation Men’s midweight 1/4 zip top. Let’s take a look at the features and then talk about our experience with them: Features Fabric: 100% 18.5 …
Read More »Fantastic Merino Baselayers for Kids – Minus 33
Keeping kids warm and comfortable in winter is essential for outdoor adventure success. If you’re looking to take your children outdoors on adventures where performance clothing is important then you should check out Minus 33‘s merino wool Triceratops Midweight Crew and T-Rex Midweight Bottom with kids’ sizes from 4 years …
Read More »Patagonia’s Merino Air Crew
In typical Patagonia fashion, they didn’t stop at making a merino wool top. No, they designed a seamless top that minimizes waste and maximizes performance in a base layer that moves with you, allowing you to stay comfortable while it does what a base layer is meant to do. Let’s …
Read More »I/O Merino Altitude Base Layer Tights
Pretty much every backpacking gear list includes base layer bottoms, tights, pants… or whatever you choose to call them. A good set of baselayer pants are comfortable, keep you warm, wick moisture, prevent odour build up and dry quickly. These Altitude Tights by I/O Merino are all that. Let’s take a look …
Read More »I/O Merino Elemental Jacket
I/O Merino’s Elemental Jacket is a 260 gsm zip-up top designed to be a streamlined, layer that is both fashionable and functional, offering a good look while still boasting the performance of Merino wool. Everyone talks baselayers now-a-days, but not a lot of attention is placed on Mid-weight layers. …
Read More »Thermawool 2.0 Half-zip by Terramar Sports
Back in 2013 when I hiked the John Muir Trail I took two tops to keep me protected from the sun and comfortable in the cool mornings and both of them were by Terramar Sports. The first was the now discontinued Smartsilk BaseLayers and the other was the Terramar Sports. With …
Read More »Smartwool PHD Hyfi Merino Midlayer – Discount
If you’re looking for a high-quality Merino wool Midlayer that looks good and keeps you warm, I recommend taking a look at the Full or half zip PHD Hyfi by Smartwool. Let’s look at the facts first: ZQ itch-free merino wool is temperature regulating, moisture wicking and odor resistant PHD …
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