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With its streamlined and comfortable fit, the men's Arc'teryx Ionia Merino Wool base layer top is made to move with you on your hikes, runs, ski tours and mountain treks.
Imported.
View all Arc'teryx Men's Base Layer TopsBest Use | Multisport |
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Shirt Type | T-shirt |
Fabric | Merino/nylon core-spun jersey: 87% RWS wool/13% nylon |
Moisture Wicking | Yes |
Underwear Weight | Midweight |
Sleeve Length | Short Sleeve |
Gender | Men's |
Sustainability | Contains materials that meet the bluesign® criteria Fair Trade Certified Wool certified to the Responsible Wool Standard (RWS) |
XXS | XS | S | M | L | XL | XXL | XXXL | XS Short | S Short | M Short | L Short | XL Short | XXL Short | S Tall | M Tall | L Tall | XL Tall | XXL Tall | 28 | 30 | 32 | 33 | 34 | 36 | 38 | |
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Chest | 33 | 35 | 37 | 40 | 43 | 47 | 51 | 54.5 | 35 | 37 | 40 | 43 | 47 | 51 | 37 | 40 | 43 | 47 | 51 | |||||||
Sleeve Length | 30 | 31.5 | 32.5 | 34 | 35 | 36 | 37 | 38 | 32 | 33 | 34 | 35 | 36 | 37 | 33 | 34 | 35 | 36 | 37 | |||||||
Waist | 27 | 29 | 31 | 34 | 37 | 40.5 | 44.5 | 48.5 | 29 | 31 | 34 | 37 | 40.5 | 44.5 | 31 | 34 | 37 | 40.5 | 44.5 | 30 | 32 | 34 | 35 | 36 | 38 | 40 |
Hip | 32.5 | 34.5 | 36.5 | 39.5 | 42.5 | 46.5 | 50 | 54 | 34.5 | 36.5 | 39.5 | 42.5 | 46.5 | 50 | 36.5 | 39.5 | 42.5 | 46.5 | 50 | 35.5 | 37.5 | 39.5 | 40.5 | 41.5 | 43.5 | 45.5 |
Inseam | 31 | 31 | 31.5 | 32 | 32.5 | 33 | 33 | 29 | 29.5 | 30 | 30.5 | 31 | 31 | 34.5 | 35 | 35.5 | 36 | 36 | 31.5 | 31.5 | 32 | 32 | 32 | 32.5 | 33 |
Measurements are stated in inches unless otherwise indicated.
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Got this free in exchange for a fair review. Right off the bat, I did yardwork and some pretty light hiking in it (washing between, of course) - and after both activities where a normal polyester shirt would smell pretty terrible, it just smelled like whatever deodorant I had on. Very nice change VS literally every other 'outdoor' style shirt I have, which takes on a pretty awful scent even just wearing on a day without much physical activity. Today, I built a shelf, did all the edging, moweing and blowing off necessary to go along with those, rearranged the garage, and no smell! I know those aren't REI activities, but they're definitely activities that would create some offensive odeuration in other makeup shirts. I have had some "pokey" style grasses lodge their seed pods into the shirt, and they pulled out without any tearout. Fit is semi loose. I'm 6'3, and just short of 200#, and ordered a Large. Sleeve length is actually perfect, torso is not loose, but not fitted. Fabric itself has better than cotton elasticity - stretches and rebounds like elastane polyester blend. Very comfortable. It is very soft, not itchy one bit due to antimicrobial merino wool. The only concern I have is that the fabric is starting to 'fuzz up' a little bit - and I haven't driven in it (seatbelts are gnarly). I have had Darn Tough socks that did that, and lasted for years and years. This is my first experience with a Merino t-shirt - unfortunately for my wallet just this one was free. It's awesome.
I got this shirt for a winter base layer to run in but it's just too nice a shirt for that. I wore it shopping and going out for dinner and it washes clean and like new every time. I finally did break down and put it on as a base layer for a chilly morning run and it is really surprisingly great for keeping my core warm. I know i worked up a sweat during the run but when I got home and took off the shirt it felt dry and had no smell. Now my big decision is to keep it as a nice going to town or a running shirt!
I am 6'2" and approximately 280lbs, and working toward improving my health. This shirt fits very well as either a base layer or standalone T-shirt. Long enough to tuck in and not easily come untucked. Arm length and openings are also a great fit. For casual shirts I typically wear an XXL so I would note this XL shirt may run a little large unless you choose to size down for a snug fit. Material is a bit thin so lighter colors might be more see-through. Seams and collar/neck are very thin as a result of the thin material.
Shirt is very soft and comfy to touch and wear. It does retain a bit of heat but dries rather quickly. Sizing on the shirt is very close, almost like form fitting which I don’t care much. All and all I like shirt and depending on the price might buy it as an under layer.
90%+ of my wardrobe is merino wool and my first impression is this shirt is not at all what I was expecting. The fabric has a much more technical feel and in fact if it were not listed in the product materials, I would be hard pressed to guess this was almost 90% merino wool. That said this is an amazingly comfortable shirt both in the fabric and the fit. Some Arc'teryx shirts have a very odd high/tight neckline which makes them borderline unwearable but this blessedly does not suffer from the same design. Arc'teryx has (used to?) an edge/seamless trail running t-shirt that may just be the most comfortable t-shirt in the world (it is for me) and this runs a very close second.
I am a merino shirt junkie, always on a quest to find the perfect shirt. This shirt is almost that. The generous fit works well with my "ample" physique, and the long cut ensures that my ample physique will not be based upon in its glory. The core-spun merino and nylon blend is super soft and breathable, whether wandering through town on a hot muggy day, going out for a hike, or racing through an airport terminal to catch a connection. I short, this is a super comfortable and great looking shirt. Con: it IS a bit pricey, so you might want to use a discount coupon if you have one available.
Tried it on. Ordered large which is my normal size. Fits well in torso and shoulders but the collar is high in front and cuts across my throat and is low on the back of my neck. Yes, I had it on right, logo in front, but feels backwards. Can't imagine others won't have similar issues. Uncomfortable in front, more bare uninsulated skin in back than there should be. I really respect Arc'teryx and have one of their older merino t shirts that is wonderful. But this is not, and it costs more than most similar products from competitors. I Expect better from them.
Hello John, Thank you for reaching out and sharing your feedback on the Ionia Merino Wool Shirt SS. We're genuinely sorry to hear that you're disappointed and that it did not suit your needs. Our customers will occasionally read these reviews, so we appreciate it when others share their experience with us, and we will be sure to pass your comments along to our design team. If you have any additional comments or concerns, we welcome you to contact our Customer Service team, and one of our representatives would be happy to assist you. All the best
The shirt fits perfectly and the material wears comfortably and isn't scratchy at all. But there is one big downside with the shirt and it is the length. If it wouldn't be 5-10cm too long on the torso I would have kept it. But unfortunately because of the length I had to send it back. Please Arcteryx make this shirt with a "normal" length. The current version seems like a "long" version of the shirt. Or maybe you do it like with your pants where you offer "short", "regular" and "long" versions.
My favorite shirt I have ever owned is an Arc'teryx black athletic t shirt. I lost it and tried to re-order the same one. I must have ordered the wrong one because the shape, fit, and design are all the same but the material was not what I was looking for. Id like to order a new one soon and hopefully it will be the correct material. I also own the long sleeve version of my favorite shirt but was attempting to order the short sleeve, solid black, Arc'teryx shirt.
I just bought this shirt to workout. Its very comfortable but idk why they would make the sleeves so long. It actually makes no sense. Its crazy how difficult it is to find a quality workout short nowadays tight on the arms loose on the chest. I am 26 6’1 190lbs been working out my whole life. the sleeves need to be about 4 inches shorter. Crazy how many brands i buy and return. Id pay a lot for just a good shirt man. I will be returning my large shirt
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