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 I've looked at them plus this company Good prices that include delivery. Might get myself some gear as it gets colder. 
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 I'm a bit confused about what weights I need. I used to wear a lifa S/S t, a North Cape Rhovyl L/S zip neck and an ME Ultrafleece, if it was really stormy or wet I wore my Gore-Tex jkt and added a Duvet jkt when stopped if really cold. (That was Scotland Winter by the Way) Reading a bit about Softshell on the Furtech site so I was thinking about going down the Softshell route and just using a cheap light waterproof in extreme cases. Just bought a Mammut??? Scholler jacket on ebay (HK £30) and it seems like it'll do the job to start. I sweat a bit though and I'm not sure if Merino is the answer for me.
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 I've got some of their stuff in for test here. I like it. Close to 200 weight is about standard, 150 is light and doesn't have th same odour repellancy, heavier like 300 is getting into mid layer territory. I used to wear the same Nothe Cape top and 200 merino is a wee bit lighter than it was. A good top that. Merino does stay wey longer, but it's warmer than a wet synthetic when it's wet and smells nicer!
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I wear merino as a baselayer all year round, and have done so for a few years. I wear a lightweight t-shirt in summer, and a long sleeve heavier weight the rest of the year. I find merino the most comfortable base layer i have ever used. I think it's a case of try it and see, as some folk don't get on with it. It's the Possum/Merino beanies i have my eye on.
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Aye So you've tried them ptc*? Are they light and warm, but breathable, as i've read? I see you get different mixes. Some are 40% possum, 60% merino. Others have some nylon for shape holding. What's your verdict?
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I'm still after some Mike, it looks like good stuff though.
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I used to wear the same Nothe Cape top and 200 merino is a wee bit lighter than it was. A good top that. Merino does stay wey longer, but it's warmer than a wet synthetic when it's wet and smells nicer! I read somewhere about wearing a string vest as a next to skin layer. They called it something else but it was definately a string vest Any views on that or should I just wear a 200 merino zip neck next to skin? This is what I thought I'd need. base layer, mid base zip neck, Ultra Fleece jacket and Softshell. Add a Montane Flux for night or stops if needed. And a cheap light waterproof. That'll be for Scotland Winter Looking at these Peak Windstopper Trousers what d'you think? The seller's ok I got the Mammut?? jacket from them Cheers, Richard
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My Scottish winter gear is usually an Icebreaker long sleeved Tech top under a Paramo Aspira Smock. I'll wear a 100weight fleece as a midlayer if it's really cold. I'll carry an insulating layer to throw over the top for breaks. I wear Paramo Aspira Sallopettes as leg wear. They add a lot of lower torso insulation. If it's a really cold snap i wear Icebreaker long-johns.
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 I got some stuff from Choc Fish back in June. It's all first-class. Their socks are fantastic. Haven't got a blister since we started using them. They're simply the comfiest socks I've ever used (the wife finds them the bees knees too). I've got the possum beanie hat and it feels gorgeous. Still to use it in anger (got it in June). I've also got the 'singlet' vests and they are quite good too. I find them too warm for summer as a base layer, but if you don't mind ticks/sun (what sun?), you can wear just the vest on its own (it's pretty good as a windbloc too).
Ah, and the customer service at Choc Fish is also excellent.
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Cheers Walter, one beanie on its way.
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I'm sure you'll love it!  I think I'm gonna get the possum gloves too. They claim they don't freeze up as much as dachsteins, so a spare pair of woollen gloves could be a bonus (or is that a possum) this winter.
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Cheers Mike, nothing like advice from a local Walter, I'd looked at the beanie and gloves myself, at this rate it'll be ferry and train again rather than ferry and car
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 I love my Chocolate Fish base layer. It's very comfy either as a base layer or on it's own in milder weather. And like all merino, it doesn't stink after a few days of wearing. Service is good too - I emailed them with a question about washing and got a reply within an hour. I rate it highly and will be getting more as and when I need it.
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Good, quick service from Chocolate Fish anyway. I ordered my Merino/Possum beanie on Wednesday, and it arrived today. With a free sachet of Nikwax wool wash.
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Told you they were ace! One thing to watch is that apparently merino wool is much loved by mothballs. And that beanie seems exceedingly yummy... So make sure your beanie is safely tucked away in some cellophane or what have you.
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Told you they were ace! One thing to watch is that apparently merino wool is much loved by mothballs. And that beanie seems exceedingly yummy... So make sure your beanie is safely tucked away in some cellophane or what have you.
I've got loads of merino stuff, Walter. Never had a problem with moths! The possum fur might attract other pests though! The beanie is mega-warm. I've got an Icebreaker merino beanie, and this thing is 100 times warmer.
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 I'm looking at chocolate fish. I've worn some Icebreaker/merrel merino and liked it, but thought some NZ made stuff might be better.
When cold (and doing SAR stuff) I wear Brynje Super Thermo mesh underwear (http://brynje.no) - new string underwear!. Put a merino layer on over that, and you'll be warm as toast.
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Chocolate Fish - Merino... The Special One
I had a couple of Icebreaker tops before surfing upon ChocFish site and switching my business to them based on price and the NZ manufacture.
It's become one of those companies that you find so good that you
start recommending to anyone you know with a passion for the outdoors.
Even bought their stuff as presents if I felt people needed convincing of
the qualities of merino. My wife thought merino would itch as a base-layer
but was completely won over when she finally got round to wearing it.
In the winter I wear the shirts for skiing/ski-touring, cycling and also motorcycling daily, (alpine walking and trekking in the summer). The comfort and snugness is immediately noticeable with these garments but I also sweat a lot when exerting myself and merino has been a revelation in wicking that away.
As an example, I turned up for a game of football during a recent cold-snap on my motorbike. As it was cold I decided not to bother changing out of my ChocFish long-sleeve top into my football shirt to warm up. I ended up playing the whole time, for over 2 hours, in it. It was still fresh at the end and held up a lot better than the rest of me!
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Low profile bladder designed to reduce barreling and sloshing... - 30/7/10
