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Performance-Ready Running Apparel: What Matters Most
Running demands more than pace, it demands gear that moves with you, breathes with you, and performs when it counts. Our performance running apparel, powered by nature, is built to keep up with your every stride. icebreaker merino works hard, resisting odor naturally, regulating temperature, and delivering comfort that won’t quit, no matter the distance.
Engineered with innovations like Cool-Lite™ for hot runs and ZoneKnit™ for dynamic breathability, our natural running gear is designed for serious performance in the outdoors. No distractions. No compromises. Just you and your run.
icebreaker Cool-Lite™
Run cool.
Lightweight and breathable TENCEL™ Lyocell and merino wool blend that manages moisture away and lets your skin breathe, so you can focus on nothing but the trail ahead.
Breathable.
Skin can breathe and moisture is managed so you feel dry, even on warm days.
Shaped for freedom of movement.
Designed to move with you as you run for distraction-free miles.
100% merino wool and plant-based fibers.
Be powered by plants, perfect for running in nature.
Lightweight.
Versatile, packable, ready-to-wear performance without the weight.
Summer Running with Cool-Lite™
When the temps rise, your gear should work harder. Cool-Lite™ is icebreaker’s go-to fabric for warm-weather runs, combining natural merino with plant-based fibers like TENCEL™ for a lightweight, breathable feel that won’t hold you back. Whether it’s long miles or fast sprints, this fabric is built to keep you cool, dry, and moving.
Lightweight Performance – Designed for agility and next-to-skin comfort in the heat
Breathable by Nature – Helps regulate body temp and lets your skin breathe
Moisture Management – Wicks sweat fast to keep you dry and focused
Soft on Skin – No itch, no distractions just naturally smooth merino comfort
Freedom of Movement – Designed to flex and move with your stride
icebreaker speed series
Made with Cool-Lite™ eyelet mesh fabric for increased ventilation, the speed series is ideal for running and other high-intensity activities.
The icebreaker Speed Series: Built for High Intensity Running
Designed for serious effort and hotter conditions, the Speed Series combines Cool-Lite™ mesh with technical fits that move and breathe with you. Whether you're logging intervals or long miles, this gear is built to go all-out.
icebreaker Featherlight™
So light, it feels like flying.
Featuring an ultra-lightweight eyelet mesh of breathable TENCEL™ Lyocell and merino wool blend that dries quickly and helps to keep you cool.
ISPO award winner
We are proud to announce that our Featherlight™ innovation has won an 2024 ISPO Award.
Eyelet mesh ventilation.
Cool-Lite™ eyelet mesh fabric for increased ventilation.
Super lightweight
Our lightest yet. Run free and defy gravity with every stride in effortless, second-skin comfort.
Naturally resists odor.
Run all day without smelling like it thanks to natural odor control.
icebreaker Featherlight™: Ultra-Light Running Clothing
Our lightest running layer, the Featherlight™ series is built for max breathability with an airy mesh that keeps you cool and comfortable when the heat’s on. Featuring a TENCEL™ Lyocell and merino wool blend, it dries fast, resists odor, and feels barely there, so nothing holds you back.
· Ultra-lightweight eyelet mesh
· Breathable, fast-drying, and odor-resistant
· TENCEL™ Lyocell and merino blend for soft, natural performance
· ISPO award-winning design
Run essentials
Little things make all the difference in the long run. Discover running socks that keep you going.
Running Socks That Go the Distance
The right socks can make or break your run. icebreaker running socks combine merino wool softness with technical features that prevent blisters, reduce bulk, and keep you moving comfortably, mile after mile.
· Merino wool blend for natural breathability and odor resistance
· Zoned cushion and arch support for lasting comfort
· Seamless toe design to help prevent rubbing and blisters
· Anatomical fit with left/right toe shaping
· Ventilated mesh zones for cool, dry feet
· Reinforced heel and toe for added durability
Cushioned support to enhance comfort
Seamless toe to reduce bulk and prevent blisters
Achilles support keeps your socks in place
Left and right toe construction to maximise fit; Breathable zones for ventilation
Reinforced heel and toe for strength and support
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Running Apparel FAQs:
Q: Are cotton shirts good for running?
Cotton shirts aren't ideal for running because they trap moisture, cause chafing, and dry slowly. For better performance, choose natural fabrics like merino wool that breathe, manage moisture, and resist odor.
Q: Is a tight or loose shirt better for running?
A fitted shirt is better for running. It reduces chafing, moves with your body, and helps regulate temperature more efficiently. icebreaker’s natural merino running shirts offer a close-to-body fit built for comfort, breathability, and performance on every run.
Q: Why do runners wear no show socks?
Runners wear no show socks for a minimal feel, reduced bulk, and a distraction-free fit. icebreaker running socks combine merino wool with targeted support and breathability, keeping feet cool, dry, and comfortable mile after mile.
