Reviews and Testimonials

Change your socks: These are the six best for troops - Military times
"If there is one underappreciated piece of gear that can make or break you, it’s your socks. For anyone who spends long hours on their feet, whose work or play means that your footwear doesn’t come off for many miles...
Best Winter Hats Of 2023 - Outdoor Life
"Wow, this is soft! was my first reaction to this cozy, cuffed midweight beanie from Minus33." 
Renewable Scent Control
In order to get all the “necessary” gear, a new hunter can often feel like they may have to take out a loan just to afford it all. That idea didn’t appeal to me when trying to recruit new hunters....
Six Presents For the Traveler on Your List - Outside Magazine
Outside Magazine Online "Testers wore this 100 percent Merino wool henley for days during the review period thanks to its odor-fighting properties, next-to-skin comfort, and good looks. We especially liked the flat seams for carrying heavy packs without chafing...."Read the...
The Best Women’s Baselayers of 2024 - Backpacker Magazine
Backpacker.com "In addition to performing well during winter backpacking trips to and fro in temperatures ranging from 10 to 60 degrees, our testers loved that these baselayers looked and fit like sporty tops and leggings rather than winter long johns,...
9 sustainable fleece alternatives perfect for any adventure - CNN Underscored
9 sustainable fleece alternatives perfect for any adventure - CNN Underscored "Fleece is often used for warmth as a midlayer, but this Kodiak Wool Fleece dials up the temps without any synthetic fibers. The fiber content is 95% merino wool...
Need A Warm Sock? Look No Further!
Need a Warm sock? Look no further! Cold Outdoorsman reviewed Minus33's Expedition Mountaineer Sock, and came away very impressed! Cold Outdoorsman said, "Minus33’s Expedition socks are by far the thickest and the warmest." Read the full review here!
Merino Wool Base Layers for Elk Hunting and More
By: Alan Carter Do you want good Base Layers for Elk Hunting and More? Last fall I tested several merino wool base layers for Elk hunting. I really liked a pair of Merino Wool long Johns I bought locally and...
Our Favorite Merino Wool Clothes to Keep You Comfy in Any Weather - Wired Magazine
"Minus33 knows a thing or two about keeping you warm. The company is in New Hampshire, after all. This 170-gsm T-shirt is comfortable, with a loose cut that works well over a base layer on cool mornings or as a...
REVIEW: Good Socks are a MUST!
For a long time, Minus33 has been my go-to for all types of clothing. From shirts to undergarments I have it all. But to me, the most important Minus33 garments are the socks. Socks have helped me combat some of...
Wool Layers for Biking
It’s all about the layers. Even more so in the rainy, Pacific Northwest winter. Cold is one thing, but when you add rain into the mix things can get tricky. With the perfect system of Minus33 wool attire I can...
Ridge Cuff Beanie Review
With both the winter and New Year here, there are several pieces of clothing you will want in your arsenal. One of the most important? A hat! Having an appropriate hat is ideal for cooler temperatures that come along with...
The Welcoming Words of Wool in Warm Weather
Over the course of the past few months, I have been upgrading my wardrobe to be more up-to date and comfortable by adding new pieces of clothing. One thing I have learned, is love is merino wool. I am, as...
REVIEW: Woolverino Women's Micro Weight V-Neck T-Shirt & Bikini Brief
Living in snowy upstate New York, I have always opted for warm base layers and mid/heavyweight outer layers from Minus33. In preparation for a trip to Haiti and the Dominican Republic this May (more to come on that), I gave...
Merino Wool in the Workplace
A lot of my time is spent outdoors doing the things I love, hunting and fishing being the primary activities. However, I spend a lot of my time at work as well, 8-12 hours days stuck inside not being able...
Why the Go-To Layers for Police are Wool
During the winter months, I often get asked about what I do to stay warm at work. As a police officer, there is a strong likelihood that I will be out of the vehicle for extended periods of time without...
REVIEW: Minus33 Woolverino Men’s Micro Weight T-Shirt
If there is one thing that is often overlooked on an outdoorsman’s checklist, it is the base layer. When dealing with Mother Nature, we tend to seek out the gear that will protect us best from the elements, on the...
Sequoia Midweight Merino Wool 1/4 Zip - TheOutdoorAdventure.net
Check out this review of our Sequoia Midweight Merino Wool 1/4 Zip by TheOutdoorAdventure.net. Here's what they had to say: "This top is the counterpart to Minus33’s men’s Isolation 1/4 zip that we reviewed earlier this year and boasts all...
25 Top-Rated Balaclavas 2017: Minus33 Midweight Balaclava
Minus33's Midweight Balaclava was recently featured in Family Living Today's article, "Best Balaclava: 25 Top-Rated Balaclava for Winter Sports, Hunting, and More in 2017". Here's the review they gave us: Current Rating: 4.2 This balaclava is made with high-quality wool,...
Iceland Hiking Trip
"I just wanted to thank you for a wonderful product. I purchased 2 Chocorua Midweight shirts for a weeklong hiking trip across Iceland's Laugavegur and Fimmvörðuháls trails. The shirts kept me completely comfortable through the constantly changing temperatures and intense...
Review: Saratoga Lightweight Bottoms
For the past two years, I have worked for the U.S. House of Representatives serving the constituents in the most professional manner. Politics and service to others is in my blood. I have had a wealth of experience in my...