Question about Merino Wool

[BuckSnort]

I'd like to try some out but was was wondering about when it gets wet does is grow/stretch out as you wear it or does it hold size/shape?

 

[Ross]

No worries it will hold it's shape. I've been wearing Smart Wool for years and the KUIU for a year, you will enjoy it!

 

[Backpack Hunter]

I agree, it holds its shape well.

 

[BuckSnort]

Cool, thanks guys... Now I just need to save some coin...

 

[Lawnboi]

Id say it does a little, not as much as cotton though. but thats the price you pay not to smell like crap.

 

[RosinBag]

Quality of wool will also dictate how it recovers after being wet. So get quality brands.

 

[BuckSnort]

Thanks... I planned on either Kuiu or First Lite... Looks like the Kuiu may be a looser fit than first lite? Hard to tell with just the pics on both sites... Kinda thinking I want a more snug fit with my base layer as that's what I'm used to...

 

[thru-hunter]

My tight fitting base layers relax a bit but don't get "loose" my loose layers do get a bit looser but not bad. Loose fit boxers stretch a bit and I am planning to try a boxer-brief style next to combat that and hopefully one with a non merino "standard" style elastic waist band as well. I am curious what others think on this and I have admittedly not tried the Darn Tough socks that so many love but so far about 85% merino wool content with a good elastic type poly material in key places making up the other 15% seems to be the key to keeping socks fitting good for me. I started wearing Merino in Iraq a couple years ago after seeing what happens when UA burns!! I love the stuff and have worn it from 130 down to -40.

 

[Brandon Pattison]

First Lite and Kuiu are the ticket, no need to look elsewhere.

 

[rye_a]

I have picked up some Kuiu merino for hunting, but I have also found some great deals on Smartwool and Icebreaker merino stuff at Sierra trading post. I'll be using a new merino t-shirt on a backpacking trip this weekend.

 

[bobhunts]

Ordered two more First Light tops from the local Bow shop. No shipping and similar pricing. Went with ASAT to blend in with the KUIU stuff I have. The First light stuff seems to be really good stuff.

 

[bobhunts]

Has anyone tried out the Red Ram Merino Wool Sportsmans warehouse sells? They are only in black. Good thing is it might be the ticket for Pronghorn or Deer out of a ground blind.

 

[Travis Bertrand]

I have redram In dark green, I really like it for next to skin layer.

 

[Lawnboi]

Has anyone tried out the Red Ram Merino Wool Sportsmans warehouse sells? They are only in black. Good thing is it might be the ticket for Pronghorn or Deer out of a ground blind.

Very good stuff, sister company to icebreaker. I have a bunch of thier boxers

 

[Tookeymonster]

what is the warmest temps that you would wear in?

 

[Lawnboi]

what is the warmest temps that you would wear in?

Ill wear my thin merino wool in the heat of summer anywhere over a poly longsleeve. It seems to breathe better. I also always wear long sleeves when backpacking to avoid sunburn.

 

[Kevin Root]

I've not had an issue with stretching when wet. It gets a bit more baggy/heavy when drenched, similar to other fabrics. After drying out it seems fine and goes back to normal on the fitted or loose fitting Icebreaker garments I have.

+1 for me in warm weather as well. Thin ,merino wool for me in hot weather and long sleeves that I can roll up if I want to or keep down for bugs, and sun. If I do get into real hot weather, 90-100+ degrees and sweat they dry out pretty fast. The no stink factor for multiple day trips along with all the other plus factors of merino wool are awesome.