LIGHTWEIGHT MERINO WOOL LAYERS

When Duckworth was founded back in 2013 - merging the dreams of a third generation Montana rancher to produce only the finest Merino Wool fleece with the ambitious goal of revitalizing the USA-made clothing industry - we rolled up our sleeves to develop a handful of proprietary Merino Wool fabrics that would stand the test of time.

Vapor - our lightest weight fabric - is one such fabric, designed to be a “Swiss Army Knife” layer. In other words, our Vapor lightweight Merino Wool clothing (150 grams per square meter) is an excellent choice for the serious outdoor person’s gear arsenal 365 days a year, due to its thermoregulating, quick-drying, soft, sweat-wicking, odor-busting and durable fabric profile. Our team wears Vapor as both a lightweight Merino Wool ski base layer and a solo layer for the hottest days while hiking the mountains that cradle our Montana homes. Available in a wide array of styles ranging from Merino Wool t-shirts and Merino Wool crew shirts to Merino Wool underwear and Merino Wool socks, you won’t find a finer or more versatile choice for your alpine adventures.

A woman hiking in Montana wearing wool layers.

HOW TO LAYER MERINO

Layering Merino Wool is a simple process once you get the hang of it, and Vapor is among the simplest to figure out. Essential to every weather condition possible, this Merino Wool base layer is just that: a first layer. Wear Vapor solo for high heat and cooling needs, or wear it under a thicker, insulating Merino Wool layer or Merino Wool fleece for a heat-retaining emphasis.

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Merino Wool 101

Why do people wear Merino Wool for cold weather? Why do people wear Merino Wool for hot weather? The reasons can be incredibly diverse and a little tricky to figure out for someone just learning how to layer Merino Wool clothing for their own adventures. Check out this quick guide to get you started.

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