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    Chris Jones
    BPL Member

    @nightmarcher

    Hi all,

    I'm looking for a fitted merino T-shirt, something soft yet durable and retains its shape, hugs the body well (not baggy, but not constrictive) and works well for tall people (Arcteryx-type fit as opposed to Patagonia-type fit–the reason I mention this is that Capiline base layers always come untucked too easily for me).

    It would function well on its own as an early autumn hiking shirt, but would also be useful as an undershirt (for in-town activities) during winter.

    I know it's kind of a tall order, but if you know of such a shirt (maker), would you kindly let me know?

    Thanks…

    Edit: I'm 5'11" with a slim build

    #1660863
    Ben Smith
    BPL Member

    @goosefeet

    Locale: Georgia

    Maybe the closest maker of an Arcteryx-type fit would be….

    Arcteryx?

    #1660864
    John Whynot
    Member

    @jdw01776

    Locale: Southeast Texas

    The Icebreaker Bodyfit line – several fabric weights and shirt styles…

    #1660870
    Stephan Doyle
    Member

    @stephancal

    I have Smartwool, Icebreaker, and Stoic merino pieces. All sport a rather trim cut. Smartwool may have the most length, since you mentioned that being important, but I'm not "tall" so can't say if it'd work for you.

    #1660878
    Brian Senez
    BPL Member

    @bsenez

    Locale: Alaskan

    The Ibex stuff is very form fitting for me. I would recommend their t-shirt and woolies base layer. For me the smartwool stuff is very baggy in comparison (5'8" 155lb size M).

    #1660882
    Chris Benson
    Member

    @roguenode

    Locale: Boulder

    Fwiw, I have two Icebreaker lightweight t-shirts; a superfine ultralight 140 wt and a gt velocity ss crewe 150 wt (non-zip version). You can tell the 140 is more sheer, but has has been significantly less durable than the gt. The collar is fraying and rolling after limited use. Not so happy with the 140.

    On the other hand, I run in the gt quite a bit and it is holding up very well. Definitely a sport-fit with multi-panel athletic cut. The back and underarm areas are vented/mesh-like. Fasted drying merino shirt I have.

    edit: I'm 6'1'' have a large and the length is fine as it has a moderate drop tail.

    #1660888
    Greg Mihalik
    Spectator

    @greg23

    Locale: Colorado

    Icebreaker 140 –

    Any fine garmet: Light, sheer, or durable – pick two.

    140 is Very light. I'm getting holes in the legs simply from putting it on and taking it off. I bought it as a very light weight PJ bottom, and it has served very well for about 3 years.

    But I'd recommend a heavier weight for more durability.

    #1660921
    Steven Paris
    BPL Member

    @saparisor

    Locale: Pacific Northwest

    You could try something made for cyclists, like this from Hincapie:

    http://www.hincapie.com/products/menswear/base_layers/?product=30200M&type=1

    The company is fine, but I have no experience with the product itself.

    #1660922
    Robert Cowman
    BPL Member

    @rcowman

    Locale: Canadian Rockies

    IO BIO euro tee.

    Icebreaker starts at 150gm2 now, and the body fit is more fitted.

    Their GT is fitted, longer in the body and sleeves and has a better fabric option for running, XC skiing and winter bike commuting

    #1661051
    Brad Groves
    BPL Member

    @4quietwoods

    Locale: Michigan

    Ibex woolies is very trim fitting but is ribbed-woven, so stretchy and non-constricting… comfy! If you're between sizes I'd go up one… great shirt.

    #1661054
    David Ure
    Member

    @familyguy

    I have had a lot of success with MEC's brand:

    http://www.mec.ca/Products/product_detail.jsp?PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524442633260&FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302888494

    Slim, snug fit. Awesome price too.

    #1661137
    John Wozniak
    Member

    @woz9683

    Locale: Southeast

    I'm 5'11" 155lb. and I really like the Stoic merino Ts in Medium. Plenty of length to stay tucked in, form-fitting but not tight, and really soft. You can find pretty great deals on them on SAC from time to time too.

    #1661144
    James holden
    BPL Member

    @bearbreeder-2

    another vote for MEC if you live in canada … if it wears apart, just take it back for premature implosion

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