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Altitude 'Mongrel' Tee

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Our Altitude range is designed to fit close to your body for maximum performance, so it’s tight but still soft, with plenty of give for extra comfort.

Our long sleeve Mongrel tops are some of our most popular, so it made sense we'd eventually get round to creating a Women’s Altitude ‘Mongrel’ Tee for when you want to strut your stuff in milder weather. Don’t let the fun name fool you, this is one seriously good, high performance Merino Tee. 

Wear this Merino T-shirt as part of our layering system for extra warmth, and when the temperature rises, you’ve got the perfect lightweight and breathable T-shirt that delivers the comfort and performance you need to go the distance.

Get in quick, all Mongrels are strictly limited edition and once they're gone, they're gone for good. 

Tag free, flatlock stitching, raglan sleeves eliminate chafe and maximize comfort. 

(For a more relaxed fit try our Ultra or Universal tops.)

Why you’d buy this: You like your stuff to fit nice and close to your body whether you wear it on its own, or under another layer and don’t want any extra bulk or bunching. You might also want a bit of extra length which this one gives you. It’s super soft and comfy, and 96% merino so it’s super natural which means almost no microplastic issues when you wash it or landfill when you’ve finished with it.

As with all our clothes, the merino delivers natural temperature regulation, breathability, moisture wicking and odour resistance.

SIZE & FIT

Designed to be worn as a body tight ‘contact fit’ layer. 

Regular body length, shorter than the Altitude long sleeve styles.

Brown-haired model wears size medium (as you can see the product sits loosely on her). Size down for a tight fit. Model specs - size 8-10, height 170cm, chest 80cm, waist 67cm, hips 93cm.

Blonde-haired model wears size small, height 161cm.

Size Guide. Contact Fit.

BEST FOR

Snow sports

Cycling

Running


BENEFITS OF MERINO

LIGHTWEIGHT

THERMO REGULATING

SUPER SOFT & COMFORTABLE

BREATHABLE

MOISTURE WICKING

ODOUR RESISTANT

NATURAL

ETHICALLY MADE

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Nicki Jackson (Adelaide, AU)
Great Merino Shirt for hiking

I have several of these, and the sizing is always consistent. They last forever...and I keep buying all the different colours anyway, which get great comments on the trails.

Thank you Nicki! I'm glad you love our Mongrel tees as much as we do :)

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Mrs J Grant

Love the mongrel range! Merino is my go-to on trail and I love the bright colors and patterns. Every IO garment i have is well made and correctly sized.

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Sue Harty (Sydney, AU)
Style & comfort

Love my new merino t
Very comfortable very stylish and a little bit funky

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Mrs J Grant (Melbourne, AU)
Best hiking top ever

As a long distance hiker I need good quality merino so I don’t stink, I’m comfortable but still look good on trail. In a layering system like mine my merino t-shirt is an important factor - This tee fits the bill perfectly. Thanks!

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Tanya

My now favourite hiking T-shirt. Wicks the sweat away and keeps my temp regulated, no matter what I’m doing. These are super comfortable to wear under a backpack all day. Sensational colours and they wash well..

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Helen Wildash (Adelaide, AU)
Perfect in any weather

Light, bright and soft. A wonderful change from boring options. Not itchy and let’s the breeze in on a warm days walk.

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Sarah Tamang (Adelaide, AU)
Mongrel tshirt

Love my iomerino mongrel tshirt, perfect fit, comfy and keeps me warm but don't overheat. Love how it doesn't need a wash after every run, as it doesn't smell bad! Only slight problem is the wool is a bit itchy when it's new but that goes away after a couple of washes.

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Penny (Perth, AU)
So cool

I love this t-shirt. May not be able to resist another one in another colour. Very comfortable and I think it will be perfect for carrying a backpack. I did buy a larger size because I prefer a looser fit.

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Kathryn Galloway (Adelaide, AU)
Fabulous

Comfortable, breathable. Soft. Love it and has kept me warm on a cold morning

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FIona O'Dea (Sydney, AU)
Perfect T for all weather running.

Love this shirt, great fit and worn with arm sleeves is perfect for both summer and winter running. I recently wore the shirt with arm warmers to the winter Gloworm event which started at a chilly 1 degree, ran through a river and ended at a sunny 12 degrees. The shirt kept me warm, dried out quickly and was super comfy. 10/10 from me!

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Anna Padlan (Rockville, US)
Great tee, fun colors

I bought the size based on where I fall in the size chart and I like how the tee fits, close but not clingy. I have been able to layer underneath it or use it as a base layer, and the color combinations are a lot of fun.

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Vicki Cox (Adelaide, AU)
Mongrel T

Cool, comfortable merino top
Great design, great fit, great colours.

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verinia w (Brisbane, AU)

Bring on some more mongrel. Great tee, super comfy, can wear it over and over, less washing = more hiking!

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Sally McAlpin (Melbourne, AU)
Mongrel Tee

Love this shirt, have worn it under an outer layer whilst kayaking, warm even when wet. Thanks IO, love your products.

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Jo Powell (Adelaide, AU)
Fantastic fabric!

I love merino, and particularly the super-soft IO Merino gear. My mongrel tee looks great, feels great and is perfect for multi-day hiking. The slightly longer sleeves are brilliant when carrying a backpack - no arm chafe. Highly recommended!

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Bel Elliott (Adelaide, AU)
Love my mongrels

Love the mongrel tops. I have a short and long sleeve and both are so comfy to wear and look great. Love the blue short sleeve, it’s so much more fun that a single colour. I needed to go up a couple of sizes to get a top that wasn’t clingy. I’ve bought them for an upcoming 4 day tramp in NZ. Totally recommend.

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Sharon Sprott (Adelaide, AU)
Great t-shirt for warmer days

I'd enjoyed wearing my long-sleeved Altitude tops this past winter and decided to try out the short sleeved version. This t-shirt is terrific. Comfortable to wear in both cool and hot weather. The fit is similar to the long sleeved tops in the Altitude range, but I found it isn't too clingy around my body so it's been perfect for the few warmer days we've had thus far in SA. Great for casual wear in town, superb for hiking. I'm a curvy size 12-14 usually with hourglass shape. I went with the Women's XL for a nice but not too tight body fit. I could easily fit the L if I wanted to. I will be definitely purchasing more from ioMerino. :)

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Rifffy (Melbourne, AU)
Outstanding!

The fit of the short sleeve Mongrel is outstanding! I went for the medium and it's absolutely perfect. I'm normally Sz 8-10. Comfortable, non stinky and looks great. Very happy with this purchase.

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Norma Edwards (Melbourne, AU)
Whoops!!Its been so cold>

So I have a lovely new mongrel t shirt on the cupboard and it looks perfect, but its been too cold to wear it in Melbourne. I was about to fly off to FN Qld and my new t shirt was to come along, but oh no!! I had to cancel. Im sure I'll love my t shirt and am about to order a long sleeved version because I really love my io merino pieces. So easy to care for and comfortable and adaptable to occasions and weather, except a short sleeved t in Melbourne's winter. .

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Sharon L. (Sydney, AU)
Passes the Stink Test

The advice to go a size up was spot on. The raglan sleeves are great and the longer sleeve length means my inner arms no longer get "bitten" by my pack straps. The mongrel colours suit my style and the length is perfect. I've been wearing the shirt and following the care instructions - airing it overnight - and it's like some kind of voodoo. The shirt is a bit pongy after I take it off but in the morning, it's fresh as a daisy. 4 days of wear with no washing so far. Also minimal pilling where my pack rubs. My only gripe is that a shirt that has no internal tags has one on front that scratches - I removed it. Maybe a label like the one on the back of the neck would be better? Either way, I am loving this shirt and have ordered the long-sleeve version.

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Lizzie (Melbourne, AU)
Need another one!

I am a size 16 and purchased the XL. Sits just on the hips and is firm but not too clingy. Love the raglan sleeves (they move better), and the striped sleeve just makes you smile. Wore this on a 32km walk on a hot day, and it did not let me down. Very comfortable.

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Robyn (Sydney, AU)
Another great mongrel!

Great fit! Great style! What’s not to love! It’s the shirt I reach for every day. Love the new colour! 😊

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Verna (Adelaide, AU)
Love my mongrels

Perfect fit and seriously comfortable; I can wear them for several days and they're still fresh. I chuck it in my front-loading washing machine on a gentle, hand-wash cycle (I use Tri Nature Alpha Plus Liquid Laundry detergent - great for wool and silk). Perfect for everyday, casual wear. Great to have the T-shirt version (I have two long-sleeve that I wear all winter). Love, love, love it.

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Lisa Newton (Surrey Hills, AU)

The mongrelise t shirt is ideal and exactly what I hoped it would be like. The fit is perfect.

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Runner (Aldgate, AU)
Love it!

The best tee for any weather. Looking forward to seeing the new version!

Thankyou! We can't wait to show you the new design!

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Jenny Cameron (Adelaide, AU)
Mongrel T shirt

Very comfortable light weight merino hiking top. I am usually a size 10 but got a size M as I prefer things not skin tight and this does the job perfectly. I also love the colours

We love hearing from happy customers! Stay tuned for the 2020 Mongrel to be released later in the year!

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Merle Carter (Adelaide, AU)

Awesome comfortable running top ... love it xxx

It's great isn't it and it looks fabulous too! Nothing else like it

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Adele Andrews (Kensington and Norwood, AU)
Mongrel hiking T-Shirt

Brilliant. I usually wear Icebreaker and I hike long tracks. Just completed Heysen Trail. You have converted me to this T-shirt To join my long sleeve iMerino gear.🐏

Great to hear Adele, its become a new favourite of ours!

DETAILS

Our Altitude range is designed to fit close to your body for maximum performance, so it’s tight but still soft, with plenty of give for extra comfort.

Our long sleeve Mongrel tops are some of our most popular, so it made sense we'd eventually get round to creating a Women’s Altitude ‘Mongrel’ Tee for when you want to strut your stuff in milder weather. Don’t let the fun name fool you, this is one seriously good, high performance Merino Tee. 

Wear this Merino T-shirt as part of our layering system for extra warmth, and when the temperature rises, you’ve got the perfect lightweight and breathable T-shirt that delivers the comfort and performance you need to go the distance.

Get in quick, all Mongrels are strictly limited edition and once they're gone, they're gone for good. 

Tag free, flatlock stitching, raglan sleeves eliminate chafe and maximize comfort. 

(For a more relaxed fit try our Ultra or Universal tops.)

Why you’d buy this: You like your stuff to fit nice and close to your body whether you wear it on its own, or under another layer and don’t want any extra bulk or bunching. You might also want a bit of extra length which this one gives you. It’s super soft and comfy, and 96% merino so it’s super natural which means almost no microplastic issues when you wash it or landfill when you’ve finished with it.

As with all our clothes, the merino delivers natural temperature regulation, breathability, moisture wicking and odour resistance.

SIZE & FIT

Designed to be worn as a body tight ‘contact fit’ layer. 

Regular body length, shorter than the Altitude long sleeve styles.

Brown-haired model wears size medium (as you can see the product sits loosely on her). Size down for a tight fit. Model specs - size 8-10, height 170cm, chest 80cm, waist 67cm, hips 93cm.

Blonde-haired model wears size small, height 161cm.

Size Guide. Contact Fit.

BEST FOR

Snow sports

Cycling

Running

FABRIC - ALTITUDE

170gsm lightweight

18.5 microns

96% superfine Australian Merino

4% Elastane - for an easy all-way stretch.

A MicroMerino® Fabric.