Quote Originally Posted by Lisa S.H.
I just got the long sleeved SmartWool brand "Zip-T's" from TE. They are thin soft merino wool with a little turtleneck with front neck zipper.
I wore one yesterday (the jade green) in the cold rainy wind, a 40 mile ride. I really liked it, it breathed so I didn't feel suffocated or too sweaty, yet kept me nice and warm all day on the ride. I got the plum color too. Very versatile item.
I've never owned any SmartWool or Merinowool but definitely need a good base layer for the fall riding coming up. These sound perfect. However, I have not traditionally done well with wool. Are they itchy?