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Reviews
Supreme Merino Comfort Against the Skin
"First off, I would like to say that I received this product for free in exchange for my honest review. Now onto the review! Another 10/10 icebreaker does it again! I have never received or bought an icebreakers merino layer that wasn't perfect in every way, and this tee was no exception. I got the Merino 260 Oasis Long Sleeve and to tell you I wore it everyday on my backpacking trip and hiking trips would not be an overstatement. The most important place I think I put this L/S to the test was in the Olympic National Park in the Hoh Rainforest. It was wet, it was chilly, it was cloudy (and we did have some bits of sun at certain times too). I mostly wore it underneath my t-shirts and tucked into my pants or leggings. I have an extremely short torso and short arms so you can see in the pictures that I had to roll up the sleeves and when I untuck the shirt, it is quite long. This is nothing new to me so I would not hold it against icebreaker. I would say they would definitely better fit a taller person, but us short folks know how to make-do with the long items we are given. It doesn't matter when it was warm or when it was chilly, I was always comfortable in this baselayer. I would wear it with just a t-shirt when it was warm and under a jacket when it was cooler. It will not keep you toasty warm on its own when it is cold out, but it plays a big roll in keeping you comfortable. As you all probably know when hiking, you get warm pretty quick when moving around. Even though I sweat a bit in it, it always still felt clean and not stinky for use the next day. Merino is like magic! icebreaker is one of the very few Merino baselayers that I can use that I am not constantly itching my skin. No matter the promise that it won't be itchy, it always is for me. I mean this, if you are someone who finds baselayer itchy, this is the one for you. The word "oasis" in the name of the tee is not a joke, it feels like an oasis on your body compared to other brands of baselayer. It is soft and warm and fit nicely under jackets and tees (even with the tucking in!) As a short gal, my only hope is to see some petite sizes in the future. You can see in the pictures where it looks super long on me, but I need that size to fit the width of my body. This is a tall order (pun intended) for brands because it is expensive to add in extended sizing, but if there ever was an addition of petites in shirts, I would be all over that! Also, I am very excited the holidays are around the corner. I have a lot of friends that are always looking for the best gear and apparel for being outdoors, and this is a L/S that is perfect for every kit!"
— Lizzy (5/5)
Must have for winter
"It's so soft, warm but breathable, fits perfect and the color is great"
— Adriana (5/5)
Perfect All-Day Layer for Work, Play, and Powder
"I wear this shirt several times a week for everything from work and casual everyday wear to snowboarding, and it performs wonderfully across the board. It's comfortable in everything from mild, breezy spring weather to snowy winter conditions. It's breathable enough to wear all day at work but cozy and warm enough to throw on under my snowboarding bib for a quick ride. I love its versatility and wear it on its own, under a flannel or sweatshirt, or even layered under a T-shirt. It wicks moisture well, keeps me dry, and surprisingly doesn't hold onto odors even after a full day of wear. The fit is a little loose, which I personally prefer for added comfort, breathability, and mobility. It's one of those pieces that transitions effortlessly from everyday wear to outdoor activities, and I couldn't recommend it more!"
— SnowGirlAnonymous (5/5)
260 Oasis Crewe!
"Tested our the Icebreaker 260 Oasis Crewe over the past couple of weeks. It is comfortable and feels great against the skin. I wore hiking it in temps from the high 30s-50º. Paired well with a insulated vest when needed. Kept me warm while still being breathable. Have washed it several times, washes well, doesn't hold on to any workout smells. Excited to wear it during ski season here in a couple of weeks. I received this product for free in exchange for my honest review."
— Amber (5/5)
No longer what it used to be.
"This 260 is so much thinner than my previous 260 (which I still own and wear) that I initially thought they had sent me a 200 by mistake, but the label said 260. I wore it thinking maybe it’s an updated material and it will be just as warm - nope. And now I’m stuck with it. I then compared it to my 200 ones, and they’re thicker than this 260. I am heartbroken that Icebreaker’s quality is going downhill, I’ve been buying their clothes for myself and my husband for at least a decade and a half. And now for my child who goes to a forest school. They’ve gone up in price so much, but the quality was still worth it - not anymore :("
— Barbara S. (2/5)
Très Cocoon!
"Je possède déjà le haut thermique Oasis en 200, j'ai acheté la version plus épaisse en 260, couleur Midnight Navy. J'aime sa douceur, sa chaleur (une vraie différence avec le Oasis 200) , son confort et ses manches plus longues. Très Cocoon pour la saison froide."
— Valérie (5/5)
Super soft!
"This base layer is fantastic. I bought it as a gift for my wife. She wears it as a base layer during cold runs hikes and even when watching our kids’ soccer games in the winter. She loves how soft it is how it regulates her core temperature and how quickly it dries. The sizing is true. We originally purchased mediums with the thought that shirt would shrink like other brand. It didn’t so we had to purchase her normal size."
— Anonymous (5/5)
Very warm!
"Versatile and very warm base layer! Great performance during cold ski days on the mountain and even great wearing under a sweater to stay warm walking around winter markets."
— Anonymous (5/5)
Perfect - no notes
"I love this layer for skiing and winter running. It's the perfect mid-weight base layer top."
— Anonymous (5/5)
I don't believe I have
"I don't believe I have made a purchase recently. Certainly not from a shop as was implied by your "havent received your purchase yet" response. For a number of years I've ordered online exclusively since I know what I want. My only concern is that as you change your offerings, it's becoming harder to get what I want."
— Anne T. (5/5)
