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SmartWool SportKnit Half-Zip Sweater - Men's - 2012 Closeout

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The SmartWool SportKnit Half-Zip sweater is an ideal mid-layer piece for hiking and cross-country skiing.

Jersey-knit merino wool body and sleeves are accented with a rib-knit collar, cuffs and bottom opening
Soft merino wool is naturally warm, breathable and water resistant
Contrasting color at the cuffs and a stripe detail at the bottom hem add style
Machine wash in cold water and lay flat to dry
The SmartWool SportKnit Half-Zip sweater has a semifitted cut that's not too tight and not too loose
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SmartWool SportKnit Half-Zip Sweater - Men's - 2012 Closeout

4.0

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May

2013

5.0

My Favorite Sweater

By roberttheg

from Tiburon, Ca

About Me Intermediate

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Pros

Fits Great
Lightweight
Retains Body Heat

Cons

Best Uses

Casual Wear

Comments about SmartWool SportKnit Half-Zip Sweater - Men's - 2012 Closeout:

I wear or take it with me often. It's lightweight but adds warmth and looks great. My only objection is that I can't find one or two more to purchase!

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Mar

2013

(2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

3.0

Quality SmartWool but sleeves too short.

By Kovas

from Denver, CO

About Me Advanced

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Pros

Athletic Cut - Closer Fit
Quality Construction

Cons

Sleeves too short

Best Uses

Drinking At The Bar
In-town Casual

Comments about SmartWool SportKnit Half-Zip Sweater - Men's - 2012 Closeout:

Short answer: sleeves cut too short for an active fit.

Long answer: I've long been a fan of SmartWool and their line of clothing. I have a taller more "athletic" fit, and SmartWool has always fit comfortably without excess/bulk while still providing a full range of motion. Unfortunately, this half-zip is the first to disappoint. Although the chest/torso seems appropriately cut, it appears as though the sleeves are cut 1"-1.5" shorter than all other size "L" SmartWool sweaters I've owned in the past (4 total). Placing my arms barely forward, the sleeves immediately crawl back.

I'm afraid SmarWool is either using new fit-models for their revised sizing, or has gone the route of so many manufacturers before them... now sizing for the casual apre-ski, fashion-over-function crowd rather than the active athlete.

Positives: Still feels like quality construction and materials one comes to expect from SmartWool. This half-zip would best serve as a mid-layering piece.

Conclucsion: If you have a medium build and can entertain a shorter sleeve length, the half-zip can be a great addition to your layering wardrobe. But if you like a little more mobility and longer sleeve length for active pursuits (where you're raising your arms above your waistline), look elsewhere.