LAYERING MERINO WOOL

One of the most common questions we get here at Duckworth: “How do I properly layer Merino Wool clothing?” For some, it can feel overwhelming, given the wide variety of Merino Wool base layers, mid layers and outer layers available on the marketplace, but layering is actually quite simple and depends entirely on the environmental needs of a wearer and their temperature preference.

Keep on readin' this helpful guide to get you started on layering our American-made, Montana-grown Merino Wool gear.

HOW TO PROPERLY LAYER WITH DUCKWORTH USA-MADE MERINO WOOL

STEP ONE: Start with a "first layer"

Our Montana born, American made Merino Wool fabrics start in three lighter weights iteration: Vapor (150 GSM), Maverick (160 GSM) and Polaris (175 GSM). Starting with one of these Merino Wool baselayer (First Layer) fabrics is an excellent way to wick sweat, tamp down on odors and thermoregulate the body's core.

Collections

  • Vapor

    Lightweight and cooling: The Swiss Army Knife Layer

  • Maverick

    100% Merino Wool baselayers

  • Polaris

    Insulating Merino Wool waffle knit

STEP TWO: Slide into an "Insulation Layer"

Our mid layer options boil down to one incredibly versatile and high performing Insulation Layer fabric: Comet. Built with a proprietary bi-ply design to trap warm or cooler air, this sweat wicking monster is sure to keep you thermoregulated and dry for your most rigorous adventures and most demanding midlayer needs.

Comet INSULATION LAYERS

Durable, warm, high performing.

  • best seller

    Men's Comet Crew

    $145
    $145 $145
  • staff pick

    Women's Comet Tunnel Hood

    $169
    $169 $169

  • Men's Comet Legging

    $139
    $139 $139

  • Women's Comet Long Jane

    $139
    $139 $139

STEP THREE: Finish off the layering system with an "Outer Layer"

Our Merino Wool outer layers and jackets fall into four different categories: Powder wool fleeces and sweatpants (300 GSM), WoolCloud wool jackets and vests, Sawtooth wool flannels (375 GSM), and Snowcrest wool shirt jackets (710 gsm). Pick and choose based on your style needs, layering system preferences and outdoor condition demands to complete the primary components of a robust Merino Wool layering system.

Merino Wool Outer Layers

  • Powder

    Backcountry tough, ultra-soft, warm fleece

  • WoolCloud

    Feather-light Merino Wool jackets and vests

  • Sawtooth

    Award-winning 100% Merino Wool flannel

  • Snowcrest

    Heirloom 100% Merino Wool shirt jacket

STEP FOUR: Add some Merino Wool socks and Merino Wool Accessories

The body can lose massive amounts of heat through the head, face, hands, neck and feet. Wearing Merino Wool knit hats, Merino Wool gaiters and balaclavas, Merino Wool gloves, and Merino Wool socks can be a game changer for a solid layering system...especially when Mother Nature isn't playing around.

MERINO WOOL ACCESSORIES

  • Knits Hats

    100% Merino Wool beanies

  • Socks

    Durable, versatile Merino Wool socks

  • Accessories

    Merino Wool knit hats, socks, gloves, gaiters and balaclavas

PARTING THOUGHTS

Learning how to layer Merino Wool is a simple process once you get the hang of it in a variety of weather conditions. Remember, ultimately layering systems rely mostly on personal preference - if you run hot or you run cold, factor that in, if you sweat a lot or not at all, factor that in as well. Try a number of combinations until you get that "Goldilocks" feel and you'll never look back.