ALPS Brands, a leading manufacturer of outdoor recreational gear and soft goods, adds a new product to the company’s recently launched Evolution Merino line of performance outdoor apparel with the introduction of the Evolution Merino 250 Quarter-Zip shirt.

The Evolution Merino 250 Quarter-Zip is a mid-layer upper made from the same premium, ethically sourced Woolmark Merino Wool as the Evolution Merino 150 short- and long-sleeved shirts. With its slightly heavier 250 gsm fabric weight, the Evolution Merino 250 Quarter-Zip is ideal as a lightweight, stand-alone outer garment for moderately cool weather or as a comfortable outer or mid-layer for colder temperatures when used in conjunction with the ALPS Evolution Merino 150 base-layer shirt.

Regardless of its position in the layering system, the Evolution Merino 250 Quarter-Zip delivers the same key performance features outdoor enthusiasts demand thanks to its 100-percent Merino wool construction. With its 17.5-micron fiber diameter, the Evolution Merino 250 Quarter-Zip fabric is as soft and comfortable as you can find in a wool garment. Its superior breathability, natural stain resistance, and critical moisture-wicking properties ensure the Evolution Merino 250 Quarter-Zip will keep you warm, dry, and comfortable across a wide range of outdoor activities. Temperature regulation is further enhanced with the quarter-zip feature, which can be adjusted to meet changes in environment and activity.

Designed with an athletic fit for optimal range of motion, the Evolution Merino 250 Quarter-Zip is available in sizes Small – 3XL.

For more information about the new Evolution Merino 250 Quarter-Zip or the new Evolution Merino 150 short- and long-sleeved shirts, visit ALPS OutdoorZ or ALPS Mountaineering