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J


My icebreaker I got off you 2 years ago is something to shout about....

Used and abused….Icebreaker Bodyfit 200 Mondo Zip

Some articles in hillwalking magazines and websites had advised that the ultimate base layer is merino wool. The problem was the huge expense. I was sceptical but willing to try it as with some synthetic base layers I always seem to get itching sensations when I just begin warm up and sweat. Gross and annoying. Eventually, and after much consideration, I put an icebreaker merino base layer on my rawoutdoors wish list to Santa. Santa had deeper pockets than me.
At first I thought I made a mistake. It felt quite strange, a bit like itchy trousers. After a few outings things began to change and soon I did not feel anything. It certainly does not feel like wool or look like wool. It never seems to feel damp and if it is wet, it dries very rapidly. I have warn it straight out of the washing machine on many occasions with very little discomfort. It is warm when it is cold and cool when it is warm. The old base layers are left in the dust. The first choice is always the icebreaker. For the mountains, for a run, for orienteering, for cycling to work. The only time when I consider the old base layers is when the icebreaker is in the wash basket. To be honest I usually remove the icebreaker from the wash basket and wear it anyway as it is surprisingly resistant to funkiness. Now that is gross.