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From Deep Winter to Early Thaw: Running in Merino with Icebreaker

Hello trail lovers đź‘‹

February is that unique time of year when winter is still firmly in place… yet the days are slowly getting longer. A run might start in biting cold and finish under almost spring-like sunshine. The wind can cut through the forest one moment, then ease up under a warmer sky the next.

It’s exactly in these shifting conditions that your clothing choices become strategic.

To run comfortably from the heart of winter into the first signs of thaw, Icebreaker’s natural merino wool fibers offer a versatile, high-performance and durable solution. The same piece can support you when temperatures are well below freezing and when they begin to gradually rise.

Choosing Merino for Consistent Comfort

Every successful outing starts with a solid foundation. Icebreaker base layers are designed to provide natural thermoregulation, adapting to your body heat while responding to changing outdoor conditions.

In deep winter as well as during seasonal transitions, merino wool helps retain warmth when needed while effectively managing moisture. The result: less chilling effect, more consistent comfort, even as conditions evolve throughout your run.

Natural Performance. Lasting Comfort.

Why choose merino?

Odor resistance
Stay fresh and confident, run after run.

Effective thermoregulation
Warm when it’s cold, breathable when the intensity rises.

Exceptional softness
Fine fibers that won’t itch, delivering unmatched next-to-skin comfort.

Moisture management
Wicks sweat away to keep you dry from start to finish.

Icebreaker winter running apparel is made from 100% natural merino fibers, offering the ideal balance of warmth, breathability and freedom of movement.

Shop the Icebreaker Winter Collection

Available at La Cordée.

 Forget Synthetic. Choose Natural.

Merino wool is at the core of Icebreaker’s identity. The brand focuses on natural fibers to reduce reliance on synthetic materials.

Today, a significant portion of global textiles contains plastic. Icebreaker offers an authentic alternative built on renewable, natural fibers.

Beyond the product itself, the company works closely with its growers to help protect and regenerate ecosystems. For Icebreaker, safeguarding nature isn’t enough — rebuilding it is equally essential.