ALPS Brands, a leading manufacturer of outdoor recreational gear and soft goods, has launched a new apparel series designed specifically for high-activity outdoor adventure.
The all-new Evolution Merino 150 series base-layer shirts are made from 100-percent certified, ethically sourced Woolmark Merino wool — the best-performing wool on the market today. The light 150 gsm fabric is comprised of premium 17.5 micron-diameter wool fibers, making the Evolution Merino 150 shirts ultra-soft and super-comfortable against the skin.
The combination of superior wool fibers and a performance-engineered weave means the Evolution Merino 150 shirts deliver maximum breathability and moisture wicking to regulate core body temperature across a range of activities and climate conditions. Worn solo, the Evolution Merino 150 shirts offer 50+ UPF sun protection — ideal for warm weather wear in open country or high-altitude environments. When it is time to don mid-layer clothing, the Evolution Merino shirts offer exceptional heat-trapping properties that are essential for cool weather performance.
The company’s new Evolution Merino 250 Quarter-Zip is a mid-layer upper made from the same premium, ethically sourced Woolmark Merino Wool as the Evolution Merino 150 short- and long-sleeved shirts. With its slightly heavier 250 gsm fabric weight, the Evolution Merino 250 Quarter-Zip is ideal as a lightweight, stand-alone outer garment for moderately cool weather or as a comfortable outer or mid-layer for colder temperatures when used in conjunction with the ALPS Evolution Merino 150 base-layer shirt.
Additional benefits of this premium fabric include natural stain and odor resistance as well as fast drying.
Regardless of its position in the layering system, the Evolution Merino 250 Quarter-Zip delivers the same key performance features outdoor enthusiasts demand thanks to its 100-percent Merino wool construction. With its 17.5-micron fiber diameter, the Evolution Merino 250 Quarter-Zip fabric is as soft and comfortable as you can find in a wool garment. Its superior breathability, natural stain resistance, and critical moisture-wicking properties ensure the Evolution Merino 250 Quarter-Zip will keep you warm, dry, and comfortable across a wide range of outdoor activities. Temperature regulation is further enhanced with the quarter-zip feature, which can be adjusted to meet changes in environment and activity.
The recommended temperature range for both Merinok 150 shirt styles is 32°F and above — making them suitable for use as a base layer in cool weather or as an outer layer in warm weather.
Evolution Merino 150 base-layer shirts are designed with a contemporary athletic fit and come in short-sleeve and long-sleeve. The Evolution is offered in sizes Small – 3XL.
For more information about the new Evolution Merino 250 Quarter-Zip or the new Evolution Merino 150 short- and long-sleeved shirts, visit ALPS OutdoorZ or ALPS Mountaineering
