However, I think I’m most likely out on it. I view the primary benefit of merino as a next to skin fabric. The 330 sitka has a poly interior and merino exterior. That feels opposite of what I’d “want.”
I’m sure it’s great but I’m thinking you pay a super premium for it price wise when I bet their merino 120 under a fanatic hoody would be warmer and perform better.
Looks like they finally made some good thumb holes. With new Sitka stuff I have to find a video with Barklow explaining its intended purpose, I’m failing to see the value in the 330 tops. Heavy, expensive and merino hasn’t done anything for me beyond a next to skin layer. Nice to hear about the 330 zip off bottoms though!