At the time of this writing, it’s officially 106 degrees outside – not exactly long-sleeve weather. However, we recently received some sample items from Kora and I have been wearing their Neema Long Sleeved Crew. However, we have taken a few trips to the Oregon Coast recently, as well as some mountain camping, so this top has come in a lot more handy than I would have thought in the middle of summer.
If you follow our Run Oregon Road Trip features, you will realize we often travel and run in different places across the state, region, and country. So, when I pack for non-running-specific trips like camping or work, I always come prepared with gear and shoes for when the time is right. The time has definitely been right and the Neema Long Sleeve has proven comfortable and valuable on the trips mentioned above. It is super lightweight and I utilized it both as a base layer on a chilly, early morning run in the mountains (as well as when trekking to go to the bathroom in the middle of the night), and also as a standalone option for a windy run on the beach.
It fits close to the body by design, and I feel it’s pretty true to size at least for me. Please note that Kora has a Body Measurement Chart to determine your size before ordering. I received a size one size up than I usually wear and felt if I was going to use it solely as a base layer, I would get my normal sizing. However, if utilizing mostly as an overshirt or as a sweater, then sizing up is the way to go. Either way, there is enough stretch with the rib knit construction so I didn’t feel constricted even with a shirt underneath.
Merino wool, as we know, has great premium workout qualities like body temperature regulation and odor resistance, and the addition of yak to the equation brings this to the forefront even more. By mixing in recycled Coolmax polyester to create this Hima-Layer™ Neema fabric makes for a super quality item that keeps the body dry.
All of that said, this isn’t a light price tag, with the top coming in at $100. That being said, knowing how well the handful of yak items I have had for years in my closet, as well as the fit and construction from this top, have me feeling this may be worth the investment.
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- Neema Long Sleeved Crew ($95)
- 20% yak wool | 40% merino | 40% recycled Coolmax polyester
- Colors = Sky Blue (reviewed) & Light Grey
Thank you to Kora for providing us with samples. Please read our transparency page for info on how we do our reviews.
