Description of Ibex Zepher Crew - Long-Sleeve - Women's:
Beef up your arsenal against cold temperatures when you put on the Ibex Women’s Zepher Long-Sleeve Crew. This midweight, merino wool top can be worn alone or as a layer as the mercury drops. The Ibex Zepher Crew pulls moisture away from the skin before it chills you, keeping you warm and dry whether you’re skiing or keeping your marathon training outdoors. Merino wool feels soft against the skin and naturally repels odors, unlike synthetic fabrics that need a separate detergent to get the stink out. The practical Ibex Zepher Crew is capped off with eye-popping color—because winter is drab enough.
Bottom Line: Cold weather is no longer an excuse to stay in.
My first merino and I am very dissappointed - I will need to return it. I find the fabric uncomfortable, itchy - the seams also. :-( There is no way I could wear this as first layer. This long-sleeve crew is wonderful otherwise. Great cut and colors, sleeves are long enough! (I am 5'7' and weigh 128 pounds), fitted but not tight, looks great... Definitely a great shirt for anyone who doesn't have sensitive skin.
This is worth the investment. I've had one for 5 years now and it's barely showing wear. I used it every day (almost) teaching snowboarding and it didn't smell! It's a staple when i go on any excursions, biking, backpacking, even surfing under my wetsuit. It's also WAY better at climate control than my capilene and it's a sustainable fabric (and i got it local- VT!)
sizing- I usually wear a med. but i went with a lg b/c I liked the loose fit- it seems to look nicer that way
I own two of these tops and wear them for everything from cycling to running. I can wear them everyday all week without getting stinky. The weight of this top is perfect for cooler weather, especially under a shell.
