Kids Merino Iksplorer Long Sleeve
100% merino, soft, breathable, and temperature-regulating enough to go from under snow pants at 7am straight to bed after a big day out.
- Outside Magazine's Best Kids Baselayer 2024. The only recognition that matters: tested in the real world
- Thumb holes: keep sleeves in place under jackets and gloves, kids are obsessed with them
- Temperature-regulating: cool in the heat, warm in the cold, merino does the work automatically
- Room to grow: extra length designed for growth spurts and a second season
- Sensory-friendly flat seams: no tags, no rough edges, nothing to complain about
- Machine washable: gets softer with every wash
Ask any Iksplor family and they'll tell you the same thing: once their kids are in these, getting them out is the hard part.
The Kids Merino Iksplorer Long Sleeve is built on 100% merino wool, the fabric that regulates temperature naturally, wicks moisture before kids notice it, and resists odors through days of wear. It works as a base layer under ski gear on a -14° day, as a standalone top at forest school in the autumn, as sun protection on a summer trail, and as PJ's when the day is done.
The thumb holes are a genuine favourite. Kids love them, and parents love that sleeves actually stay put under jackets and gloves. The extra-long fit is intentional: generous enough to tuck in properly and sized so most families get a full season and a half before needing to size up.
Pairs perfectly with the Kids Merino Iksplorer Legging for a complete base layer set or wear solo as an everyday top in the warmer months.
Fabric
100% Responsible Wool Standard (RWS) Merino Wool
200gsm, 18.9 micron: lightweight, breathable, and perfect for year-round use
Where It's Made
Our merino wool pieces are thoughtfully crafted in Vietnam by skilled artisans following RWS guidelines. We believe in producing responsibly and sustainably, ensuring fair working conditions for the people behind our products.
How to Care
- Machine wash on the gentle cycle with cool or cold water and a mild or wool-specific detergent
- Lay flat to dry to preserve shape and softness, or tumble dry on low with similar items
- Hang outside for a few hours to refresh between washes. Merino naturally resists odors and bacteria, so it rarely needs a full wash
Storage
Store in a clean, dry space. Use airtight bags or bins and add cedar blocks or lavender sachets to prevent moths. Wash or air out periodically to remove any residue that may attract them.
- Free standard shipping on orders over $160
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adventures well with
the magic of merino
Pulls sweat away from the skin to keep your child dry and comfortable, even during the most active playtimes.
Made with superfine merino that’s gentle on even the most sensitive skin—no itch, just cozy comfort.
Keeps kids cool when it’s warm and warm when it’s cool, making it ideal for year-round adventures.
Machine washable and dryer friendly for all those messy moments—perfect for busy families who need gear that keeps up.
better adventures
Your kid's next-to-skin layer is the most important! Designed with extra length to keep up with growth spurts, it keeps kids comfy through sun, snow, and everything in between—so adventures last longer.
better for the planet
Merino comes from our wooly friends, the merino sheep. Unlike polyester/synthetic fabrics that end up in our landfills for hundreds of years (yikes), the iksplorer long sleeve can be composted in six months.
- 100% natural merino wool—renewable and biodegradable
- machine-washable for easy care
