Old 04-15-11, 11:25 AM
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Originally Posted by SouthFLpix
Looks too warm for Florida weather, but it's a nice price.
Originally Posted by Doohickie
That's the thing about Merino wool- when it's cold it keeps you warm but when it's warm it breathes and keeps you cool. I have a short sleeve Merino jersey and it is easily the most versatile piece of cycling wear I own, except for possibly my Canari windbreaker.
Doohickie is 100 % right. I wear merino shirts for strenuous mountain hikes in July and August. Merino pulls sweat away from your skin like a bone-dry sponge, and is probably more comfortable than cotton ( or any poly! ) when it's hot.
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