Icebreaker Bodyfit Tech Top - Women's

 Brand : Icebreaker
Item : ICE0002
The Icebreaker Women's Tech Top is a mid-weight layer that leads the trend away from synthetics and back to natural fibers with its high quality New Zealand merino wool. The Tech Top has a mid-height, 3-way collar (zipped up to your chin, zipped up and rolled down, or open) for versatility, and thumb loops to keep the sleeves where they belong. The 260g/m2 merino wool insulates when wet, doesn't stink like synthetics, offers expedition-weight warmth at half the bulk, and is incredibly breathable. Wear the Icebreaker Tech Top as a base layer when skiing or alone for cool weather aerobic activities. Make no mistake, merino is not the wool you know—it keeps you warm without the scratchiness.
Price: $84.95
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Product Reviews
Icebreaker Bodyfit Tech Top - Women's



Did the job and then some…
I was pretty impressed with this shirt, I was heading to Guatemala in the summer, and wanted to invest in a shirt that…(like the description says) retains heat, works with body’s natural temps, fails to attract odor etc. I was a bit apprehensive to purchase such (by my frugal standards) an expensive base layer. Well I took a risk and bought it and found it to be one of the best items I took on my trip, I was particularly satisfied during those chilly nights at higher altitudes. I wore this shirt everyday (no exaggeration) it served as regular shirt, a sweater, and most importantly my towel (I obviously pack light) and honestly it never began to stink (kinda eerie). The shirt looks ALMOST as good as the day I first received it, but then again it has gone though a considerable amount of wear, it’s maintained its original shape, nothing has become over stretched, no fading, thinning, Nada! The half zip front is a plus, the long collar is great, and pretty stylish when worn fully zipped. It almost feels like jersey cotton, lightweight, and perhaps the coolest thing of all… the thumb loops at the end of the sleeves. I would suggest this shirt for anyone traveling light, layering efficiently, engaged in strenuous activities and willing to invest in a good piece of clothing. One more thing… it’s a bit form fitting,yet flattering for a women’s shape, but if you like shirts a little bit roomier or plan on layer-up underneath, then I'd suggest ordering one size larger.


Wooly Booly
I am very picky about my tops and am always cold. I got this top and love it. It doesn't seem to itch and keeps you warm. I love anything with thumb holes - to help keep your hands warmer and keep your sleeves from bunching. I would definitely recommend this top and any Icebreaker article to anyone as its warm and won't leave you scratching all day long.


Not quite no-itch...
My husband purchased an Icebreaker Sport Rock Zip top for himself that he was pleased with it, so he give me this Bodyfit Tech Top as a gift. Icebreaker bills its products as non-itching Merino wool. Maybe my skin is just too sensitive, but I found the fabric irritating. I asked my husband doesn't his top bother him. He replied a bit sheepishly that he wears a lightweight Capilene top underneath the Icebreaker, so the merino wool is not directly against his skin. If you have sensitive skin I would suggest you stick with synthetic fabrics or layer with synthetics as the base. Since the Body Tech was supposed to be a base layer I returned it to for a refund. Great return policy!


Great shirt.
I could live in this shirt. Doesn't itch, fits great and keeps me warm in the cold and cool in the heat. Also never gets smelly.


Needs Better Comfort Features
I purchased 2 of these Bodyfit Tech Tops and found the merino wool to be comfortable and living up to its reputation for great absorption, but for the high price of this item, there is a serious lack of attention to some of the important details. The zipper and the reinforced fabric that it is attached to on the inside of the garment where it touches your skin is not sewn down and the stiff zipper placket is very rough and irritating to the skin as it moves about. Sewing it down would eliminate this movement and subsequent chafing of the skin. Also, the seams are not flat and for the high price of this garment, flat seams definitely should be a feature for comfort. There was a big disparity in sizing between the 2 tops that were labeled the same size L. One fit like a medium and the other fit like an extra large.




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