Maybe not quite what you're asking for, but I love LL Bean's shearling-lined slippers. I bought the clogs because I used to live in a place with wood or tile floors all over and wanted the traction.Quote:
Originally Posted by jessmarimba
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Maybe not quite what you're asking for, but I love LL Bean's shearling-lined slippers. I bought the clogs because I used to live in a place with wood or tile floors all over and wanted the traction.Quote:
Originally Posted by jessmarimba
You're making me sad ... I just had to recycle my moth-eaten ProTogs jersey. Too many holes to darn. Company's been out of business for decades. :( :(
I'd go with the Acorn inside-out lambskin slippers. Soooooo luxurious!Quote:
Originally Posted by jessmarimba
I am looking for a light weight merino long sleeved jersey, not short sleeved. I have had some of the heavier ones and they are just too heavy for me now, as I seem to have more tolerance for cold riding. I prefer regular thermal if I need a heavier weight, and I wear a base layer. And I don't really want to spend 200.00. While I am not opposed to spending that much, for maybe a jacket, I won't for a jersey. I searched the net on all of my usual sites and nothing. All of the wool jerseys are heavier than the one I have, which was bought at Performance on line.
I misunderstood, and good luck with your search! I've not seen a lightweight long-sleeved wool jersey but that doesn't mean there isn't anything out there. They are quite spendy, I was fortunate enough to score my long-sleeve Smartwool jersey at an end-of-winter sale at my LBS. I got it for almost half-price but still paid > $100 for it... I won't do that again but I am very thankful to have it!Quote:
Originally Posted by Crankin
Smartwool micro light jerseys... I have three and my husband has two. They get worn more than anything else in our athletic wear closet! I have one that fits right that I wear as a base layer under other things, and I have two that are too big that I actually wear as running tops almost all year. I throw one on over a sports bra and then put on a vest and I'm good for a variety of conditions. They are super soft and have held up to washing well (I put them in the washer but hang them to dry). I'm a big fan of both icebreaker and ibex, but these are by far, my most-worn jerseys for athletic pursuits.Quote:
Originally Posted by Crankin
http://www.smartwool.com/womens/wome...ip-t-1249.html
Mine is the zip version above, but TE has the crew version if that is more to your liking:
http://www.teamestrogen.com/prodSW_SN401.html
I have 3 of the micro weight ones that I use for base layers, especially for x country skiing. I also wore them for running last spring.
Perhaps I will buy the zip version; the issue is that it doesn't have pockets. I find that at this time of year, with my light wool jersey, if I wear it with a Craft base layer (anything from sleeveless to long sleeved), it serves me in a wide range of temperatures. But, I guess when the pockets are added, it becomes a cycling jersey and the price gets jacked up about 100.00!
Ain't that the truth!Quote:
Originally Posted by Crankin
I ordered a turquoise one from Amazon, for $65.00. I won't be able to wear it riding, unless, a) I'm riding my bike with my Tail Rider, so I don't need pockets, or B) I'm wearing my vest or jacket.
Given the temperature today, that probably won't be an issue. It definitely will be good for snow sports.
I've got to say, wool and pockets don't mix very well (much like my featherweight synthetic Sheila Moon summer jersey). I'd personally go with a wool base layer under a synthetic jersey. Seen too many people with the sh*t in their pockets hanging down below their saddle in their wool jerseys in the rain... swinging back and forth smacking their seat packs... :rolleyes:
Agreed. Unless it's really well-constructed, or the pockets are oriented so that the stitches run horizontally, knit wool at such a fine gauge has too much stretch for pockets.Quote:
Originally Posted by OakLeaf
Those sound yummy. I have wood floors as well - that's part of the need for slippers. I've been just walking around in socks, but wood floors combined with a very steep, narrow victorian staircase and I've come near to killing myself a few times this week. I guess at the very least I should get grippy socks to tide me over.Quote:
Originally Posted by Owlie
I've been successful finding really nice slippers (Acorn) on STP.
Well, about the pockets, I've had no trouble with my precious PI wool jersey. But, I know what you are talking about, Oak. I've had that experience with lots of jerseys. Of course, it happens when I stuff my pockets with all sorts of things I think I need on a ride.
Crankin - look for Earth Wind and Rider jerseys. I love mine - it's a thinner style wool with three rear pockets. I just found one on sale at Voler for under $100.
SheFly
Thank you!!!
ETA: SheFly, how does that jersey run, in terms of sizing? They don't have extra small, but there is a small. In my experience, Voler jerseys run small, but since this is a different brand, I am not sure. I don't mind the length a little long, but sometimes the sleeves are just huge on me.
Hmm - mine is a men's cut jersey (it came from New Belgium Brewery as a gift from DH), and a size SM. With a base layer under, it's definitely NOT skin tight. I think the Voler site had a women's cut, so it would fit a bit better, with shorter arms.
SheFly
Duh. I didn't even think of my Hincapie LS base layer as something that could be worn alone. The white one I definitely would not. It's super lightweight (which is why the white one is completely see-through even when it's dry), runs small and comes in XS. My Small one was skin tight before I lost all my upper body muscle.
http://www.hincapie.com/products/wom...es/RBL-LSWW09/
I am wearing the Smart Wool quarter zip right now. It fits perfectly, tight, but I could wear a Craft base layer under it. It's not even too long. It is so soft, I don't want to take it off! I will definitely use it for riding when I have a jacket or vest on, x country skiing as a mid layer, and alone for running or hiking.
It would have to be really cold for me to wear this as a base layer.
My only complaint is that I can't stand anything touching my neck and the turtleneck comes up a bit too high for me. I have it partially unzipped, so that's fine.
Couldn't resist this one: http://shop.ibex.com/Apparel/Womens-...ez-Wayfarer-PO
First, I bought the purple and after receiving/loving it, broke down and got the black.
Added a new Shak---the deep blue (Oxford?) is irresistible. The rest of this year's colors aren't calling out to me.
A couple months ago, I got the Juliet Tunic in black polka dot, which is a nice piece as well. I'm not crazy about the Juliet patterns/colors this year, but I love tunics/longer sweaters. This is one that I can wear with slacks to work.
I follow their directions, but nothing I've bought from ibex (besides the bras) seem to wash well. The seams always end up twisted, the hemlines uneven, and they shrink in length but not width so they never fit right again. It makes me sad because their clothes are so pretty.
Do you have a good flat drying rack? I had to order a three-pack online, because they don't seem to have them in stores at all any more. Woolens always need to be blocked to dry.
This isn't exactly what I have, but similar. Pretty cheaply made, but they get the job done. I was so disappointed that Lehman's Hardware, with all the different gear they sell for air drying clothes, doesn't sell even one flat rack, not even a cheap Chinese one like those, let alone I would've paid three times the price for a half decent Amish made wood and string version if they'd offered one.
I am planning to get one of those when the winter sale comes around...don't want to pay full price but that is a piece I'd like to have. I'm with you on the colors this year...what happened to the black argyle they had last year?Quote:
Originally Posted by Selkie
I've been drooling over my Ibex catalog. Just can't justify the expense, though. GLC has some nice pieces for sale...but I'm just not in the position to add anything new to my life at the moment. I have one Icebreaker short sleeve shirt that I wear all the time, one Ibex turtle-neck long sleeve shirt, and one Ibex long sleeve cycling jersey, and that'll have to do for the time being. I enjoy reading this thread, though and living vicariously through all of you!Quote:
Originally Posted by Jolt
Yes, I've actually had decent drying things (wide variety) because I had no dryer for years and there are creepy disgusting bugs that get in the laundry here if you hang it outside. It seems like it's a problem in the way the fabric is cut. Probably not as much of a problem on the solids, but my one patterned pullover is clearly longer on one side than another, visible since the pattern is pretty much linear and there are more lines at the left hem than the right despite a straight, horizontal line across the upper seam! Not quite as obvious, but the twisted wool t-shirt seems to have been sewn with the fabric the "wrong" way, so when it shrank, it shrank twisted rather than horizontal or vertical. I'm sure it isn't a problem with all of their stuff but I've been unlucky and I don't want to order anything else sight-unseen.Quote:
Originally Posted by OakLeaf
Not to be an enabler (ahem) but REI carries the Juliet tunic. I was able to get mine for 20% off when REI had one of its "members" sales.... ;)Quote:
Originally Posted by Jolt
I did see that REI carries it...if they have a big sale before Ibex has theirs that is something to keep in mind!Quote:
Originally Posted by Selkie
I think I need this in the teal or the wasabi. Can I justify buying new wool while I'm selling so much of my older stuff to make room?
http://shop.ibex.com/Apparel/Womens-...rrie-Button-Up
Arggggggghhhhhh!
That's too bad. :( I think it's more of an issue with their lightest things. That fabric has to be super hard to cut straight. DH does have a super lightweight Ibex short-sleeve base layer that's not cut perfectly. But of all our pieces (and we have WAY too many :rolleyes:) that's the only one. Wish I could say the same for Smartwool - the difference in quality is really noticeable on that particular aspect.Quote:
Originally Posted by jessmarimba
I rode in my Smart Wool 1/4 zip top today. I now have 3 of them, thanks to GLC, you enabler :D. Worn it hiking, just around town, and riding today, in temperatures of 57-61, with a short sleeved base layer and a wind vest. It was perfect.
Of course you can justify it.Quote:
Originally Posted by GLC1968
How's this: "This one wonderful item is taking the place of the 12 things I got rid of. I am still way ahead."
I ended up finding it on sale on Amazon...still more than I would normally pay (was going to hold out for 50% off in the Ibex winter sale, but then thought they might be sold out by then) but for something high quality that I'll wear a lot I could justify it, especially since I just did a big clean-out and sold a bunch of stuff on Ebay. Probably won't get it until next week b/c the black/gray one that I wanted was back ordered (wanted to get the most neutral pattern so I can wear it with anything).Quote:
Originally Posted by Selkie
Thankfully, Ibex does not take paypal or I would have pulled the trigger! And so close to the holidays too... Phew!Quote:
Originally Posted by malkin
I'm putting on my 'idea list' for my husband though. :cool:
Interesting video by Ibex...
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PvCh1QIHbmk
Something to think about if you hang around campfires etc.
Very interesting, thanks for posting the link!Quote:
Originally Posted by Jolt
Yeah, they tell us in our lab safety training not to wear synthetics if we're working with a flame or flammable materials because synthetics melt. It's hard to ignite wool, and cotton, while it burns easily, doesn't melt so you don't suffer more skin damage.
So far, since yesterday morning, I have worn my black Smart Wool 1/4 zip 1) hiking 2) doing yoga 3) to a friend's house for dinner, and 4) over my tank top to boot camp this morning. I had various layers on under it, and yes, there was a shower involved sometime yesterday, but now I don't want to take it off.
I think I'll wear the purple one to work today!
I'm new to wool - just purchased my first jersey. I'm looking at wool base layers and one of my team mates recommended IBEX, which reading this thread, seems to be a very loved brand. After looking at their website I am confused as to what to purchase. I would love to purchase all of them in an order to try them out and determine my favorite, but at their price, I can't justify it (active duty military and we don't make a whole lot of money).
What should my purchase consist of? I would use it as a base layer/undershirt for riding, but maybe use it most days under my uniform as I have a tendency to freeze! I would prefer a white/off-white/eggshell color since it would be less noticeable under my uniform top as opposed to something in a dark plum or bright teal.
I'm excited to try this product as both of my children had wool diapers when they were babies (cloth diapered due to sever allergens to the chemicals in disposables) and I'm quite famIliar with the amazing properties of wool. Our team jerseys are also going to be wool, so I'm excited to join this group! Thanks!
I have a lot of Ibex stuff and love it but my favorite base layer wool tops are the thinner Smart Wool tops. Warm. Wash easily. When I am up north I wear them as undershirts in cold weather. http://www.smartwool.com/womens/base...t-crew-32.html This tank is my favorite undershirt: http://www.amazon.com/Smartwool-Wome...roweight+women Here is a long sleeve in natural, but only available in large: http://www.amazon.com/Microweight-Cr...roweight+women
First a wool tip, then a wool question! I am in Boston visiting my daughter. Yesterday we picked up some great discounts on wool sweaters and dresses at the Ralph Lauren Rugby store on Newbury Street. They are dropping the line, and offering an additional 40% off the already reduced prices, so most items were 70%. Very nice quality, for both men and women.
I also had my first visit to an actual Ibex store. I picked up some energy free tights to go with the wool dress I bought at Ralph Lauren Rugby. I noticed they also have a few full zip energy tops, the Izzi FZ and the Energy FZ. Does anyone have any experience with the how the Energy Fabric holds up to wash and wear, relative to the classic shak fabric. I have had shaks forever, although one is finally starting to show holes in the elbows so wondering what to replace it with. The energy fabric reminds me a bit of boucle, so I worry it might pull or pill more easily than the shak fabric.
I am a huge Icebreaker and Smartwool fan. I am afraid that the two Ibex pieces I own have not held up, and IMHO, I just don't think Ibex is as good a quality.
For high aerobic activities, like cycling, running and hiking, these two Icebreaker jackets come highly recommended:
The Rapid
The Quantum
These are great to wear over a base layer. I love my Icebreaker 260 half zip shirts as they are so versatile and do not hold odor at all!