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Merino is considered something of a magical material in the outdoor world. Used in everything from the best base layers, hiking socks, and technical tops on the market to the lining of good-quality ...

Our product picks are editor-tested, expert-approved. We may earn a commission through links on our site. Why Trust Us? Sheep’s wool is naturally moisture regulating, meaning that it wicks away sweat ...

It seems a little counter-intuitive to throw on gym clothes made of wool (a typically warm fabric), right? Wrong. Australian activewear brand Vie Active fashions its styles out of Merino wool and for ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Tim Newcomb covers tennis gear/business, stadiums and shoe tech. The natural performance attributes of wool—warm when wet, ...

Merino wool is a winter hero, says fashion editor and celebrity stylist Vanessa Powell. It's basically a performance fiber disguised as a luxury textile. That's because (unlike traditional heavy wools ...

While a good merino sweater can often be an investment piece — and sometimes that’s very much true, if you’re paying for a heritage knit or premium Italian wool — the best merino wool sweaters aren’t ...

We’ve written a love letter to CDLP’s infallible basics, and its classic tees remain some of our all-time favorites. Like the rest of the brand’s lineup, this one focuses on sustainable, high-quality ...

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 ...

Of all the merino-wool socks our editors have tried, American Trenches are a standout pair. What makes them so damn good, you ask? Well, aside from being knit right here in the U.S.A., they're ...

WIRED’s pick for the best travel T-shirt is on sale for Black Friday. Expand your merino wardrobe with these deals. Hurry though, the sale ends tonight. Save this story Save this story WIRED favorite ...