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A bi-component knit combining 62% merino wool and 38% polyester. The unrivalled properties of superfine 18.5 micron New Zealand merino wicks sweat away from your skin while the polyester provides a durable, non-pill outer. The polyester also repels moisture which avoids total saturation of the fabric – helping it to dry faster than 100% merino. Typically it is combined with WindFoil™ fleece panels to construct hi-performance thermal bodywear that eats up a wide range of weather conditions with just a single top. Light ‘n’ toasty at 190gm/m2 and machine washable.
> Composition: 62% Merino; 38% polyester
WindFoil™ fleece combines the quick-drying and insulative benefits of polyester fleece with a totally windproof yet highly breathable barrier. The WindFoil™ membrane is sandwiched between the micro-fleece outer and wicking-mesh liner to provide effective protection in cold, dry conditions.
> Composition: 85% Polyester; 15% PU membrane
> Windproofness: 100%
> Breathability: 2000gm per sq.m per 24hr
Sizing
This chart is a guide only – if you fall in-between sizes, the right size for you will depend on your body shape and how loose or tight you like to wear your clothes. It's no hassle to swap it, if your first choice is not the best fit.
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XS |
S |
M |
L |
XL |
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Height |
154 -
164 cm |
163 -
172 cm |
169 - 178 cm |
175 - 185 cm |
183 - 191 cm |
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Chest |
84 - 90 cm |
91 -
97 cm |
98 - 104 cm |
105 - 111 cm |
112 - 118 cm |
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Waist |
66 - 72 cm |
73 - 79 cm |
80 - 86 cm |
87 - 93 cm |
94 - 100 cm |
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Hips |
78 - 86 cm |
87 - 95 cm |
96 - 103 cm |
104 - 111 cm |
112 - 120 cm |
Unisex vs Women's Sizes
Most Ground Effect designs are unisex. The jackets, tights
and baggy tops generally fit both men and women equally well.
Fitted garments like cycle shorts and some tops are more gender
specific so there is generally a women's version in the Outskirts
range.
Just like a hot cuppa, the Thermos singlet warms you from the inside out. Worn under your favourite cycle top, Heatwave Merino wicks away sweat while WindFoil fleece shields your torso from biting breezes without any flap.
> WindFoil fleece front blocks chilly winds.
> Heatwave hi-performance thermal bodywear combines a merino inner layer with a fast-drying polyester outer.
> Flat seams for enhanced comfort.
> 'Snug-as-a-bug' fit keeps the fabric against your skin to wick sweat away.
> WhaleTail cut keeps you tucked in.
> Made by us in New Zealand.
> Heatwave combines the comfort, warmth and low-odour properties of merino wool with the durability of polyester. Merino wool absorbs more moisture than synthetic fibres like polyester or polypropylene. This makes it very effective in dealing with excess sweat - it is absorbed into the fabric rather than settling (and cooling) on your skin. The polyester component repels moisture which avoids total saturation of the fabric - helping it to dry faster. The strength of the polyester also maintains the shape of the garment and minimises wear 'n' tear and pilling.
> The Baked Alaska and Popsicle are intended to be used as a stand alone cycle top in cool, as opposed to cold, conditions.
Washing Instructions?
> WindFoil and Heatwave merino garments enjoy a warm machine wash. Try to avoid cold-water detergents and those with bleach. The cold-water varieties have little enzymes that are super-charged to brave the cold but can damage technical fabrics and cause skin irritation.
> Bleach rots natural fibres, strips the dye and may also cause irritation. Along with fabric softeners it may also damage the WindFoil laminate.
> Even wool detergents can contain potential nasties, so your best bet is to stick with plant based soaps from brands such as 'Ecover'. Specific sport wash formulas should also do the trick.
> Be sure not to wash with socks, fluffy towels or flannelette sheets. Lint clings to the fleece and your top will suddenly look very old.
> Wash inside-out to resist pilling.
> Line dry if possible - a warm (not hot) cycle in the dryer if you must.