LL Bean merino?

[zman]

Anybody try LL Bean's merino base layers... I have gift cards burning a hole in my pocket.


http://www.llbean.com/llb/shop/65659?feat=mens%20merino%20base%20layer-SR0&page=cresta-wool-midweight-250-base-layer-pants&attrValue_0=Black&productId=1103814

 

[n2horns]

There stuff seams to be good overall. I am sure it is like anything else, Minus 33, Ibex etc... Curious how it compares to them and First Lite. I think Kuiu's Merino is okay. They come in nice weights but pill and seem to tear more easily than FL. FL is good stuff.

 

[bluestone]

Ended up being my 'go to' baselayer for a wilderness trek in B.C. I had two other choices. The LLBean merino exceeded my expectations for durability and comfort.

 

[Kevin Dill]

Unabashed LL Bean fan and customer here. I have not owned the merino from LLB yet, but would be confident buying from them. Nobody has a better satisfaction policy than LLB and they have treated me wonderfully over the years (far better than Cabela's, Bass Pro, etc). I like KUIU merino but it does wear quickly so I tend to save it for more important hunts. I don't care for the short-leg zip-off bottoms by KUIU, so my next merino bottoms will likely be LLB.

 

[pete]

How is the fit? Their clothing is generally not what you would call an "active" cut.