Merino Base Layers

[COJoe]

I forgot, I also tried the blackovis Keele 200g merino beanie and gloves and I am liking them. I wore them both this past elk hunt at about 15 degrees morning temps and hiked up the mountain and my hands stayed surprisingly warm enough and I'm usually cold. I wear the beanie around on my walks with my dog and I end up taking it off if it gets above 35 degrees. For the Camofire price of $9.99 the beanie was worth the risk and the gloves were a good price too plus I can use the merino gloves inside my Blackovis glommits I bought too. I haven't put them through much abuse though.

 

[CC55]

I have the older version of the First Lite wick 1/4 zip that has done really well. Probably had it 5+ years and it finally got a small tear in it this fall. Quick dry times as well and no funk!

 

[turbobrick]

My Kuiu merino has been holding up really well, along with the couple of Stone Glacier merino pieces I have too.

 

[*zap*]

I have purchased plenty of good merino t's on ebay for $15-20. 100% merino and blends. Got some good 1/4 zips for a little more. All name brand stuff. Merino beanie & gaiters are good for on the move in real cold. Wool certainly has its place.