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 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 14 | 16 |
| Body Width (CM) | 41.5 | 44 | 46.5 | 49 | 51.5 |
| Body Length (CM) | 61 | 63 | 65 | 67 | 69 |
The measurements shown are of the garment itself.
Body Width
Body width is measured from underarm to underarm (just the front, not front and back).
Body Length
Body length is measured from shoulder point to hem.
The Cactus merino longsleeve tee is the ultimate simple but awesome midlayer top.
Designed to keep you warm under your Cactus Hoody, poking out from under your Cactus mountain jacket on an epic ski day or working hard wicking off your sweat on an Autumn tramp.
This is a no-nonsense top-performing merino tee!
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 Cactus Mid-layer Merino is the ultimate four-seasons-in-a-day layer option.
Made from 100% merino, you can slip this beauty under your Cactus Mountain Jacket for a powder day in Winter, pop it over your Cactus tee for removable warmth in Spring/Autumn, or over your Cactus Singlet on a Summer morning hike.
Simple and effective with an embroidered Cactus logo, a handy half zip, and thumb holes designed to our Cactus-tough standard. The Mid-layer Merino will not only be your favourite grab-and-go layer, it also looks super sleek.
- Made in New Zealand from 100% merino
- Subtle but strong thumb holes
- A half zip
- Embroidered Cactus logo
- Naturally odour resistant (phew!)
- Faster drying
- Retains shape
Looking for more of an under-layer? Check out the Merino Tee or Longsleeve Tee. Both made from a slightly lighter, stretchier merino blend, perfect for wearing on their own or under another layer.
- 100% Merino
- 320gsm
- 19.5 Micron
| Size | 8 | 10 | 12 | 14 | 16 |
| CB Length | 67 | 68.5 | 70 | 71.5 | 73 |
| Chest | 84 | 89 | 94 | 99 | 104 |
| Waist | 81 | 86 | 91 | 96 | 101 |
| Hem | 95 | 100 | 105 | 110 | 115 |
| Sleeve Length | 61 | 62 | 63 | 64 | 65 |
Hand wash in cold water using a wool detergent
Dry flat out of direct sunlight
Do not bleach
Do not tumble dry
Do not dry clean
Cool iron if required