MEN’S MERINO PERFORMANCE APPAREL
Whether you’re hiking at altitude or walking to the office, ODLO’s 100 per cent natural merino wool men's clothing provides soft comfort and unparalleled performance. From men’s merino wool thermal underwear to base layer tops to polos, ODLO has you covered. Discover this natural material that’s versatile enough for frigid winters, high-heart rate activities and everyday life.
What is merino wool?
Merino is a 100 per cent natural fibre that comes from Merino sheep. It’s softer, finer and more breathable than regular wool, so it's supremely comfortable to wear next to skin, making merino wool the perfect base layer. And, because Merino sheep are shorn for their wool every year, it’s also renewable.
What are the benefits of men’s merino wool clothing?
Merino wool has lots of intrinsic performance properties. You’ll find it’s naturally:
- - Thermoregulating
- - Breathable
- - Sweat wicking
- - Antimicrobial
- - Quick drying
- - Soft to the touch
- - Long lasting
And the list goes on. The key takeaway, though, is that merino wool rivals synthetic fibres for thermoregulation (even when it gets wet). Plus, it can go longer between washes. Wear it over and over again and see — or smell — how your merino stays odour-free. Less washing equals less water use for a sustainability win. So rather than tossing it in the laundry right away, air it out, hang it when wet, and wear it several times in a row. Did we mention it’s biodegradable, too?
Can you layer merino wool?
Absolutely. Its softness makes it ideal to wear next to skin with men’s merino wool underwear. Then, add a men's merino long sleeve top or t-shirt, socks, headwear and gloves. You can even kit yourself out fully in men’s merino with a hoody and leggings to match. The combo will keep you at the perfect temp no matter the activity. Plus, you can adapt your grammage to the season. As a general rule, choose:
- - 115 to 150 GSM for summer
- - 200 GSM for winter
- - at least 260 GSM for skiing.
Are ODLO’s products made with pure merino wool?
At ODLO, we offer both pure merino products and precision blends, featured in our Performance Wool pieces. Powered by Nuyarn® technology, ODLO’s Performance Wool line combines 100 per cent merino with engineered fibres to boost the wool's natural performance. It dries 5x faster, is 50 per cent stronger and provides 35 per cent better natural thermoregulation.
Is ODLO’s merino wool ethically sourced?
Yes. At ODLO, you can trust that the entire merino wool range has been non-mulesed certified and awarded the Responsible Wool Standard. ODLO’s merino comes from ethical sources using fair production methods. Browse the entire collection to find the right kit for your activity.