Customer Reviews Smartwool Merino 250 Base Layer Crew

This base layer feels like a warm hug. It is long enough to stay tucked in, no matter which activity engages me. One quality of wool I have always loved is its ability to breathe and adapt to temperature fluctuations. This top does that and its opaqueness lets me feel comfortable when i feel the need to strip down to my base layer. I followed the size charts carefully and the top fits as a base layer should. My only disappointment is that apparently my skin is pretty sensitive even to merino wool. Although I'm comfortable wearing it all day, when I take it off in the evening, I'm a little itchy around wrists and neck. I find a camisole under this does help and doesn't lessen the "hug" factor or its warmth. I'll be buying another in a different color, just for variety.

Undershirt? Sweater? Pajama top? All three to me. Love this shirt.

I love the versatility of this "base" layer. Quotations are because it works just as well when worn like a sweater. These are amazing as the wool seems to actually regulate body temps: keeps me warm but NEVER overheated. The quality is incomparably excellent. They launder well are very versatile. My husband and I are stocking up on Smartwools so we can keep the house temperature lower in an effort to combat the rising cost of heating the house. Worth. Every. Penny.

Soft, warm and a perfect weight. The wine color is beautiful. I will buy these again.

I love this layer for winter hiking. I find it to be soft and warm. It dries quickly and doesn't hold odors. It is just a fantastic base layer.

Fits great and looks great

Really enjoy the looks & comfort of this crew - wear it all the time for chilly outings

I wear this under other sweaters and under the the Shadow Pine Hoodie. I have three other colors and love each of them.

Slim fit, but not body hugging. I wear this as a winter-weight t-shirt.

I bought this top for cold weather outdoor activities. So far I have used it for skiing in 10-30 degree weather. I stayed plenty warm, but never sweaty. The material is very soft and comfortable. It worked well under another long sleeve never bunching up.

I love this sweater! It is flattering and cute to wear hiking, cross country skiing and also around the house, to the bar and even to work! The fabric breathes beautifully while simultaneously keeping me warm while working out in colder weather. I will definitely buy again. #sweepstakes

I typically find wool shots to be itchy and have avoided wool sweaters for years. NO LONGER! This top is incredible. It is flattering to wear both in the trail while hiking and backpacking and to the office, around the house and to the bar! The purple color is gorgeous! I find this shirt to be the perfect weight for outdoor cross country skiing or highly aerobic activity in the cold outdoors. It is warm and simultaneously breathes well. It doesn't smell after a hard workout and seamlessly transitions from the trails to other activities. It's pricey, but well worth it! I will definitely be buying in other colors!

So cozy and comfortable. Wear it on cold days, skiing, camping.

Comfort, style, warmth and durability are all 10's with these Merino Base Layer Crews. Perfect for my casual lifestyle and high activity with grandsons who keep me running!!

I wear my smartwool tops everyday. I have them in 5 different colors. They fit beautifully and feel soft and lovely.

Bought two of these already, going to buy a third. Great base layer

This top, and the companion bottom, got me through a very cold week in Minnesota! Thin enough to go under clothes, warm enough to make a real difference.

This is so cozy and warm The bleached aqua color is gorgeous!

It's fun to have a matching color set (top & bottom) that won't get mixed up in the laundry with all the black ones the boys have. I love it! Soft, barely itchy - only the first few minutes.

Just needed a new one. I should have ordered the black at the same time. Oh well!

So comfort. Looks beautiful, worm. I like color. My high recommendation. I will buy again. Quality also great.

Soft and comfy base layer. Seems worth the money so far!

I have worn this top almost non-stop since I got it. The fit of the medium is perfect for daily wear for me (160 lbs, 36B/C, 5'9"). It's slim fitting without being skintight so I've added it to my rotation as regular wear in addition to a base layer. I've used it for a base layer for working winter events outdoors and it's kept me warm and dry even while moving around a lot. Alone it looks great w/jeans or under a sweater. It also doesn't seem to need washing as frequently as you would think given how many times I've worn it, so it's saving water usage there already! I've had it for just a couple of months and can't speak to the longterm durability but fingers crossed this is a great start!

This is the second color I purchased in this top, I love it and wear it so much. The fabric and construction is awesome, as Smartwool is noted for, but the fit is perfect and wears as easily under a shirt or sweater as flannels or ski gear. The completely finished hem lies beautifully and is a great length to tuck in or wear out.