Was thinking of running a stash pocket but the center zip was an issue. Thanks for the catamount suggestion. I can do a little sewing so might also consider putting something together myself.
Their rational behind the pattern seems to make sense. Less contrast makes movement harder to detect at close ranges. Blends better, which may be more forgiving to movement, in lower contrast environments which often have limited cover. I personally think it rounds out their line pretty well.
I had an Icebreaker a long time ago and it seemed to hold up really well. That was probably 6yrs ago so not sure what they are like now. Ive ran FL aerowool for 4yrs now and they have held up really well. I had some of thier heavier weight 100% wool shirts but never wore them enough to...
I have a 145 from probably 5yrs ago. Bought a bunch of first lite merino probably 3yrs ago and decided to wear the 145 as my dont care if I destroy it scouting brush busting top. Thing has held up great going thro the hell hole western WA can be. Theres probably a hole or 2 in it but...