WoolWeenies Club

[Crankin]

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!

[GLC1968]

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!

[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.

[OakLeaf]

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...

[Owlie]

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...

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.