First Lite

First Lite adds heavyweight garments to its impressive Merino wool clothing line. Wool wicks moisture at the vapor level and has natural antimicrobial properties that help reduce odors.

New products for 2009 include a 400-gram button down shirt/jacket, 400-gram zip-up shirt/jacket, 400-gram zip-up vest, 85 percent merino hiking sock, merino wool beanie and medium-weight rip stop virgin wool pants. Available in Black and ASAT camo, with the exception of the pants (ASAT only).

Contact: First Lite, (208) 721-0101; www.firstlite.com.