FORCLAZ Trek 500 Long Sleeved Merino T-Shirt ●●

RRP: £35 Target Price: £35

You may wonder how a T-shirt worth £35 finds its way into a budget gear guide. It’s because of the word ‘merino’ – that highly-regarded sheep’s wool that traps air in its fibres, thus offering more insulation compared to other fabrics. A good 86% of this base layer is made from merino wool, giving maximum warmth from minimal weight. We found it didn’t itch, even when walking on sweltering days, and unbiased sources confirmed we were pretty much odour-free after such excursions (another virtue of merino). The top offers full flexibility of movement and will be used more and more as winter descends. Definitely worth the extra cash, especially if you’re someone who feels the cold. decathlon.co.uk VERDICT: ★★★★★