








Just when you thought you couldn't get anything better than merino for outdoor work or play... we bring you Cactus merino!
So what's so blimin good about it? In a nutshell:
The secret is in how the fibres are held together. Traditionally, fibres are twisted together for strength but in the process, the ends poke out, giving materials like wool their characteristic of the itchy Grandmas home knitted jersey feel.
Like wringing out a cloth, air pockets are squeezed out too. Cactus Merino on the other hand, lays the fibres along the same orientation as the rest of the yarn, so fabrics feel more comfortable. Because more of the insulating air is retained, Cactus merino materials are warmer and loftier than ring spun materials.
• 81% merino, 12% Nylon, 7% Elastane
• 185gsm
Hand wash in cold water (separately for first wash as colour may bleed)
Line dry
Do not use bleach
Do not dry clean
Size | XS | S | M | L | XL | 2XL |
Body Width (CM) | 47 | 49.5 | 52 | 54.5 | 57 | 59.5 |
Body Length (CM) | 71 | 73 | 75 | 77 | 79 | 81 |

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Customer Reviews







Just when you thought you couldn't get anything better than merino crew for outdoor work or play... we bring you Cactus merino!
Longsleeved for those chilly NZ winters, these merino crew neck midweight tops are good for workwear, activewear or rock around town wear, they'll stop you from smuggling raisins on a cold day and keep you looking sharp with their subtle but cool homage to Cactus on the front.
So what's so blimin good about it? In a nutshell:
- We use midweight merino stretch corespun, that's..
- 30% stronger than conventional merino midweights
- 20% superior abrasion resistance than conventional Merino midweights
- Naturally odour resistant (phew!)
- Faster drying
- Comfort stretch
- Retains shape
• 81% Merino, 12% Nylon, 7% Elastane
• 180gsm
Hand wash in cold water (separately for first wash as colour may bleed)
Line dry
Do not use bleach
Do not dry clean




The Cactus merino longsleeve tee is the ultimate simple but awesome midlayer top. Designed to keep you warm under your Cactus Hoody in the depths of winter or poking out from under your Cactus mountain jacket on an epic ski day or even working hard wicking off your sweat on an autumn tramp this is a no nonsense top performing merino tee!
So what's so blimin good about it? In a nutshell:
- We use midweight merino stretch corespun, that's..
- 30% stronger than conventional merino midweights
- 20% superior abrasion resistance than conventional merino midweights
- Naturally odour resistant (phew!)
- Faster drying
- Comfort stretch
- Retains shape
• 91% merino, 9% Nylon
• 185gsm
Hand wash in cold water (separately for first wash as colour may bleed)
Line dry
Do not use bleach
Do not dry clean






The return of the Cactus Merino Beanie and this time in new colours.
Upcycled from Cactus Merino scraps that we saved from landfill, our fitted beanie is thin enough to sit comfortably under ski/bike/climbing helmets whilst still being nice and warm - but not too warm!
- Over the ears design to keep wind out
- Quick drying
- Fitted design for multiple applications
- Built Cactus Tough
- Made in New Zealand with first world environmental and labour values
- Casual styling which won't let you down in most social situations
Hand wash in cold water (separately for first wash as colour may bleed)
Line dry Do not use bleach
Do not dry clean