❄️ 3/10 Warmth
The fine merino wool makes it possible to wear the Uhip Merino half-zip as a first layer. This smart jumper has a smart fit and a contemporary design, a high collar with a diagonal zip in order to avoid chafing. The breathable wool material makes it perfect for all kinds of exercise.
Wool is one of our finest materials with unique properties such as excellent breathability. It regulates body temperature in a way that keeps you warm in the winter and cools you down when it's warm outside. Wool has a unique ability to self-clean and reduce bacterial build up – and it’s all natural!
Features
- Halfzip placed in a slightly slanted position to avoid rub under the chin
- High shaped collar
- Moved side seam and flat stitching for minimizing chafing
Materials
95% Merino Wool (mulesing free), 5% Lycra, Brushed, single jersey
Made in Lithuania
Wool fibres provide excellent insulation, regulate temperatures, prevent odours and work perfectly for activities with varying intensity levels.
In addition to good warming properties, the merino wool also has the following qualities:
- Temperature regulating effect
- Absorbs sweat and excess heat while giving a cooling effect under warm conditions
- Merino wool has high UV protection, up to UV40 +
- The merino wool fiber has a thinner diameter than ordinary wool and is therefore softer and more elastic than ordinary wool
- The thickness of the wool is measured in microns. The finer the wool fiber, the softer it is. Fine wool is between 17-23 microns. Spring is at 19.5 and counted as Fine Merino soft enough to be used for toddler clothes
- Self-cleaning and odorless
- Antibacterial properties
A little extra information:
The wool protects the sheep against heat up to 35 degrees and cooling down to -20 degrees
It is the high air content of the wool (80% air 20% wool) which gives the wool its good properties