Editor's Personal Pick — Our editor wears this when it's cold.
The merino beanie Matt wears when it's cold: 40 grams, with a double layer over the ears.
Why we picked this
Matt Gehrmann wears the Icebreaker Merino 200 Oasis Beanie when it's cold.
Quick specs
| Category | Clothing |
| Brand | Icebreaker |
| Fabric | 100% merino wool, 18.9 micron |
| Warmth | 200 (Icebreaker's rating) |
| Weight | 40 g |
| Fit | Regular, with a double layer around the ears |
| Price | $30 at Icebreaker (checked Oct. 22, 2026) |
| Worn by | Matt Gehrmann |
| Editor's verdict | Matt's hat for cold days. |
The full review
The Oasis Beanie is 100% merino in an 18.9-micron fiber, with a double layer around the ears, and weighs 40 g, according to its product page. The 200 is Icebreaker's warmth rating.
At 40 grams it goes in a vest pocket once the sun is up.
What we love
- Matt's hat when it's cold.
- Merino, 100%.
- Light: 40 g.
- A double layer over the ears.
What to know before you buy
- For cold days, which is when Matt wears his.
- $30.
Where to buy
- Icebreaker Merino 200 Oasis Beanie (brand-direct)
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See also
- All clothing
- Icebreaker Merino 200 Oasis Long Sleeve Crewe — Matt's base layer
- Kuiu Gila Boonie — Matt's sun hat