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It’s impossible to notice my affinity towards Merino Wool, really. I mean I hardly wear anything made of the stuff except, well, my socks and my shirt and my hat and my base layers. Well, ahem… I suppose I DO have some sort of a Merino fetish.
There’s something about natural Wool fibers for moisture management, anti-stinkyness and warmth that pure synthetics can’t seem to match.
I/O Bio, purveyors of Merino Wool everything, gave me an opportunity to test the Contact Loose Tights over the past month and I must say they are sweet. I really dig the 3/4 length, for starters. Without the bulk from bunching them up above my ski boots, things feel much more comfortable overall. The warmth of these midweight tights is just right for every activity I do. I can vary up the outer shell thickness to compensate on colder days (like the Core Concepts Uncle Ben Bib) or wear a thinner pant (like the Sierra Designs Mantra) on warmer days.
I like the loose fit of these base layers as they feel comfortable for apres ski activities as well. Most times I can’t wait to rip my base layers off because they are so snug-fitting. It may be a personal thing as I feel the same about socks in general and bike shorts, don’t even get me started. Anyway, lounging around in the Contact Loose tights is comfy and natural.
My biggest gripe is that there is no fly… did I happen to get a Women’s version or something? Come on guys, a fly please.
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