Smartwool Sport NTS Crew
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I’ll never go back. I have spend all of my adventure life wearing Patagonia poly-capaline. I didn’t know it could get better, but I was wrong. Not that the synthetic base layers are bad, mine still see some use. But there really is no comparison. The Smartwool’s 100% wool Sport STS Crew is just in another league. It’s has a considerable better feel next to your skin, is more formfitting and also allows for better range of motion. Made with flatlock seams it’s easy to forget your wearing it. However, my favorite thing about the Sport NTS Crew is length of the sleeves. I am 6’1” tall 175lbs and have a 3 ½” ape index. Finding any long sleeve shirt with the proper sleeve length usually means going up a size and having to accept swimming in it. Last but surely not last, it doesn’t smell bad, ever. In contrast my Patagonia base layers are worn with sleeves pulled up to my forearms and have to be kept at a distance as no amount of washing or fabreeze can rid them of their stink. I am anxious to see how well it holds up to wear and tear. I’m not worried about having it under my ski gear, but climbing off-width desert crack during our annual fall or winter desert climbing trips. Look for updates. Design: Ultra-fine Merino Wool base layer Weight: 10.2oz Retail: $80 (Buy) Why it’s hot:
- Incredibly Comfortable
- Athletic Cut With Long Sleeves
- Doesn’t Smell
- Pricier Than Synthetic materials.
- Durability?