Over the last few decades, merino wool has become a staple of outdoor gear. It keeps you warm when the weather is cold but helps you stay cool when it’s warm out. It never gets stinky even with ...

The word “baselayer” used to mean something completely different when I was younger. Bundling up for a hike in the woods or heading out on a run as a teenager, a baselayer was usually an extra T-shirt ...

What makes this such a tremendous base layer is its blend that contains 53% merino wool. This wool naturally wicks off ...

Like the socks this brand built its reputation on, the Smartwool Merino 150 base layer uses Merino wool – a material that's often used for outdoor apparel, being breathable yet warm, and naturally ...

When conquering the great outdoors, the right base layer can make all the difference. Smartwool, the Denver-based brand known for comfy thermals, socks and accessories, has upped the ante for active ...

DENVER--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Smartwool, makers of Merino wool apparel for active living, today announced a strategic goal of making all products circular by 2030. The Smartwool Second Cut Project is ...

The repurposed yarn is blended with responsibly sourced Merino wool and designed with an elasticized arch and seamless toe for comfort. Credit [Smartwool] Smartwool claims to be one of the first ...

When it comes to base layers, the main choice is whether you want a synthetic (usually polyester) layer, or a natural fiber like Merino. Historically, Merino has been heavier and held moisture longer ...

For plenty of outdoors people wool socks are the top choice, specifically merino wool socks. No matter how hard synthetic fibers try, they just can’t match the temperature regulation, wicking ...