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#6 on this list
Men's Maple Tap Waffle Sweater
Ibex
Best lighter merino for walking
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#7 on this list
Hudson Aran Jumper
Peregrine
Best traditional cable knit
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Specs side by side
| Spec | Men's Maple Tap Waffle Sweater | Hudson Aran Jumper |
|---|---|---|
| Primary Material | 100% Merino wool | — |
| Knit Structure | Dimensional waffle knit | — |
| Fit Profile | Standard active fit | — |
| Weight Class | Light-to-midweight active layer | — |
| Optimal Seasons | Spring, fall, and cool summer evenings | — |
| Care Instructions | Hand wash or gentle wool cycle, dry flat | — |
| Material | — | 100% British wool |
| Knit Gauge | — | Heavyweight traditional Aran cable knit |
| Country of Origin | — | Made in England |
| Fit | — | Standard traditional fit |
| Care | — | Hand wash cold, dry flat |
What our reviewers liked and didn't
Men's Maple Tap Waffle Sweater
- Waffle knit vents heat quickly during uphill walking
- Soft merino wool is comfortable directly against bare skin
- Packs down smaller than conventional dense wool layers
- Naturally resists odors across multiple consecutive days
- Open knit pattern can snag on thorns or coarse hook-and-loop closures
- Offers virtually no wind protection without a shell over top
- Not built for extreme sub-zero static warmth
Hudson Aran Jumper
- Heavy British wool construction traps immense thermal heat
- Natural lanolin content sheds light rain, sleet, and ocean spray
- Dense cable knit resists abrasions from brush and cordwood
- Knit entirely in England using domestically sourced fleece
- Coarse wool texture requires a long-sleeve shirt underneath
- Substantial bulk makes it difficult to pack in standard rucksacks
- Becomes exceptionally heavy when saturated in steady downpours
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