Backcountry BGA Cedars RWS Merino Mid-Wt Baselayer 1/4-Zip Top - Women's

Midweight merino comfort that adapts to movement with the Cedars RWS Merino 1/4-Zip Baselayer Top

What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:

"This baselayer top is my favorite for my active winter days. The midweight knit is warm enough to relax in without being so warm that I'm uncomfortable while hiking or skiing, and the zip cools me off quick."

Our Backcountry Cedars RWS Merino Midweight 1/4-Zip Baselayer Top delivers technical warmth and performance for our full repertoire of winter adventures. Responsible Wool Standard-certified merino wool lends its insulating, thermoregulating, and odor-resisting properties to keep us comfortable and fresh during active outings, and it's sourced from farms that consider the welfare of their animals and their land.

Details

Midweight baselayer top for a variety of winter activities
RWS-certified wool selected for eco-consciousness and animal stewardship
Merino wool fibers offer natural odor-resistance and thermoregulation
Recycled nylon fibers enhance durability and structure
Zip neckline allows ventilation during high-output exercise
Thumbhole cuffs keep sleeves in place while skiing and skinning
Set-in sleeves with underarm gussets for improved movement and relaxation
Fabric is OEKO-TEX® STANDARD 100 Certified
Item #BCCZ31X

Responsible Collection: Responsibly Sourced, Recycled/Repurposed
Material: 84% RWS merino wool (TE-99952623 certified by IDFL), 14% recycled nylon, 2% spandex
Insulation Weight: midweight (235gsm)
Fit: regular
Center Back Length: 24in
Style: 1/2-zip mock-neck
Thumbholes: yes
Anti-Odor: natural attribute of merino wool
Activity: skiing, snowboarding
Manufacturer Warranty: limited lifetime

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BGA

The Baselayer Collection

For Active Mountain Days

RWS Certified

Responsible Wool Standard for peace of mind

OEKO-TEK

OEKO-TEX Standard 100 Certified fabric

Partially Recycled

Uses partially recycled material

The Baselayer Collection

Pines Ultra-Light

For warmth without weight

Synthetic fabric built for snowy pursuits but versatile for all outdoors

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Cedars Light-Weight

For active mountain days

Soft, light merino long underwear for moisture management

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Cedars Mid-Weight

For the backcountry or skiing some trees

Mid-weight merino baselayer for warm, robust layers

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Meet Cedars Mid-Weight Tops

Responsible Wool Blend

Wool is Responsible Wool Standard certified with a recycled nylon blend for extra toughness

A torso shot of the Cedars RWS Merino crew top.

Crew Top For Layering

Crew style allows easy layering and flexible movement

1/4-Zip For Venting

Zipper lets you dump heat effectively or zip up against the chill

Midweight Warmth

Merino wool is naturally warm, breathable, and smell-resistant so you stay fresh from first tracks to last chair

Thoughtful, Hidden Details

Thumbhole cuffs keep sleeves in place when adding insulation or shells

Meet Cedars Mid-Weight Bottoms

Easy Layering

Midweight blend delivers low-bulk insulation for extra-cold conditions and easy layering

Merino Magic

Merino wool is naturally warm, breathable, and smell-resistant; Responsible Wool Standard certified with nylon for toughness

A closeup of the flat infinity drawcord inside the waistband of the Cedars Mid-Weight Bottoms.

Comfortable, Flat Drawstring

Drawstring pulls flat so you don't notice it, or pull the drawstring out anywhere along the tunnel for a more customized fit

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About The BGA Brand

In 1996, Backcountry's founders set out to make the backcountry more accessible. That same spirit drives BGA today. Built on decades of gear experience, BGA delivers the quality, design, and durability you need to get where you're going. Our goal is simple: build reliable, responsibly made gear for people who actually get out there. From weekend missions to dawn patrol sessions, every piece is designed to perform, last, and earn a permanent spot in your kit.

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Built By Gearheads

We live and breathe the outdoors, so every stitch of BGA gear is made with a mission in mind. Designed in Park City at the foot of Utah’s Wasatch mountains—and tested by our Gearhead® Experts who use it every day—BGA styles are built to perform wherever the snow lands, trail leads or adventure calls.