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Daocheng, Garzê — Wool Layers at About 4600 m
Daocheng, Garzê — Wool Layers at About 4600 m
Daocheng, Garzê — by an alpine lake at about 4,600 m. In ZEALWOOD wool socks, base layers, and midlayers: hike, climb, stay out longer. High country days ask a lot... Read more...
Trail Run Buy 2 Get 1 Free — Limited Time
Buy any 2 pairs from our Trail Run lineup and get a third pair free. Automatic at checkout through November 12. Read more...
The Two-Sock Rule: Why One Pair Won't Last a Hard Day on Trail
The Two-Sock Rule: Why One Pair Won't Last a Hard Day on Trail
A good pair of wool socks helps your feet adapt, until they don't. On a long hike or trail run, one "best" pair rarely finishes the day. Feet keep sweating.... Read more...
Does Merino Dry Fast?
Does Merino Dry Fast?
People ask if merino is quick-dry. If that means "beats polyester at dumping liquid off the face of the cloth," the honest answer is no. Quick-dry is not how fast... Read more...
Wool Is Not a Miracle Fiber
Wool Is Not a Miracle Fiber
Wool is not a miracle fiber. It pills. It is not the most abrasion-proof cloth we sell. Moths go after it because it is protein. When it holds more than... Read more...
A Merino Shirt for a Day That Will Not Stay in One Season
A Merino Shirt for a Day That Will Not Stay in One Season
On a northwest summer trip the morning can sit at 5°C in light rain. By noon it is past 30°C. A 5,000 m pass will throw wind and a sudden... Read more...