Not your average merino mid-layer
Rather like their namesake, the legendary explorer Roald Amundsen, this Norwegian brand likes to do things that bit better than the competition. Take this half-zip mid-layer, for example. Made in 100% top-quality merino wool, it covers a lot of bases thanks to its clever mix of different weights and textures. They've opted for a warm and wind-resistant boiled wool fabric for the front and back – but because their garms are built for active Nordic lifestyles, they've also inserted rib-knit side panels to ramp up the ventilation and flexibility. Zip it right up and you've got a cosy ribbed turtleneck, zip it down and you've got a relaxed open-neck sweater that's great for layering under heavier gear in winter. It's versatile and stylish, and we want one.
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- 100% merino wool
- Boiled wool front and back
- Rib-knit sides
- Metallic hidden zip
- Ribbed zip-up turtleneck
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- Height: Measure from your foot to the top of your head
- Chest: Measure around chest under armpit
- Waist: Measure around your natural waistline
- Seat: Measure around the fullest part of your hips while standing
cm Height Chest Waist Seat S 168-175 cm 91-96 cm 76-78 cm 92-97 cm M 176-183 cm 97-102 cm 79-82 cm 98-103 cm L 183-188 cm 103-108 cm 84-87 cm 104-109 cm XL 188-193 cm 109-114 cm 89-92 cm 110-115 cm XXL 193-198 cm 115-120 cm 94-97 cm 116-121 cm in Height Chest Waist Seat S 5’6″ – 5’9″ 36-38″ 30-31″ 36-38″ M 5’9″ – 6’0″ 38-40″ 31-32″ 38-40″ L 6’0″ – 6’2″ 40-42″ 33-34″ 41-43″ XL 6’2″ – 6’4″ 43-45″ 35-36″ 43-45″ XXL 6’4″ – 6’6″ 45-47″ 37-38″ 46-48″ -
- Sustainability through Longevity: While the biggest polluters in the outdoor industry compete to make the most noise about recycling and other green initiatives, Amundsen focus on what matters most: fewer products. Through the use of quality materials, technology and craftsmanship, Amundsen continuously make sure your timeless and versatile garments last for generations.
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Amundsen clothing is named after one of the greatest explorers ever to walk the Earth. No pressure there then. In fact, the company’s co-founder, Jørgen Amundsen, is a relative of the legendary man himself, and the brand’s designs are based on classic styles from the golden age of exploration. Throw in a generous dash of 1960s Nordic ski resort chic and you’ve got a unique range of good-looking kit that’ll get you noticed in all the right ways.
However, there’s nothing old-fashioned about the way Amundsen’s gear performs. Ruggedly built from merino wool and waterproof triple-layer cotton, these are serious expedition-grade garments built for a Scandi outdoor culture – a concept that the Norwegians call ‘friluftsliv’, or ‘open-air life’. It’s the idea that time spent enjoying the freedom of the outdoors should be a core part of your life, since it enhances just about everything else. Now that’s something we can all get on board with.
