Hemp knit base layers
Postage included in price.
Size guide below.
We’ve all heard the remarkable attributes of hemp, not to mention it’s long history and heritage. With modern knitting technology, we’re able to mix organic cotton with the hemp to produce a fabric that is soft, flexible, strong, durable and naturally resistant to odorous bacteria.
Peak Oil Company has commissioned Hemp Clothing Australia to produce hemp / cotton knit garments, using a heavier weight double jersey knit in a yellow ocher colour. We’ve gone for a heavier weight, double jersey knit for higher absorbency, comfort and durability. We’ve chosen a yellow ocher colour that will still look good after sun fade, and that is a good base colour for echo dying.
The sleeveless shirt and shorts pack is for warmer months. The sleeveless shirt offers sun protection to the top of the shoulder, while ensuring maximum ventilation to the arm pits and freedom of movement. It can be worn as a singlet under garment, or as a shirt on its own. The shorts have plenty of room for movement and comfort, a wide waist band held with elastic and a longer tie cord. Both are great for hot summer days swimming.
The long sleeve shirt and pants pack is an option for additional sun protection, or as colder weather under garments that help with temperature and moisture control under wool knits and weaves.
Both packs come with a pair of hemp knit socks with extra padding in the foot bed.
The hemp / cotton knits are clothing that can be worn on their own, without looking like underwear, but are easily comfortable enough to use as underwear as well.
About our testing
The kids and I initially tested this idea in Japan, over a winter month of van camping and ski touring. Our access to clothes washing was limited and the climate was cold and snowy. We almost never removed our hemp cotton base layers. We slept in them with possum knit sweaters, then pulled on our wool pants and coats in the morning. Actually, I slept in my wool pants and coat too, but that’s because I often had to get up in the night to clear away snow or go to the toilet. We skied all day in the hemp cotton under layers with wool pants and coats over all. We visited the onsens (thermally heated bath houses), had dinner somewhere, then returned to the van to sleep in them again. The hemp / cotton base layers proved their value as a versatile and super comfortable garment that could be worn almost everywhere.
The idea of under garments that could be worn anywhere without looking like underwear was great, especially in Japan. More importantly though, the moisture absorbency and bacteria resistance of the hemp cotton knitted fabric was really evident and very surprising.
My personal transition to natural fibres, from a lifetime of outdoor clothing in synthetic blends, has really taught me many things. How body heat, circulation and moisture control works wearing naturals, what comfortable and breathable really feels like, how long we can go without getting smelly, many things.
Our outdoor industry and culture has a long way to go before we truly reconsider the use of synthetics and chemical treatments and start looking at our heritage in clothing and techniques again. I’m really happy I went down this path when I did, so I can enjoy a new relationship with the outdoors, with my tools in clothing and equipment consistent with my appreciation of nature. it all that feels somehow more fitting, more connected, more appropriate, more human.
Swimming in hemp / cotton knits on a hot day is the way. Evaporative cooling on a long hot day prolongs the cooling of the swim. No synthetic irritation while you sit around, plenty of give and flexibility inherent in the knit. Strong, natural yarns that can hold up to the stresses of water and body movement.
I hope through my text and videos you can see the virtue and reasoning for hemp / cotton knit as base layer garments. If you would like to read more of this reasoning, please see my article on the News page, Natural fibre clothes and equipment for the outdoors
Sizing
These measurements are as flexible as the garments, if you are in between sizes, choose the larger size for loose fit, or the smaller size for tight fit. We recommend a loose fit, to give yourself comfort, flexibility, ventilation and better moisture control.
Small
Chest: 90-100cm (32-39”)
Waist: 80-90cm (31-36”)
Medium
Chest: 100-110cm (39-43”)
Waist: 90-100cm (35-39”)
Large:
Chest :110-120cm (44-47”)
Waist: 100-110cm (39-43”)
Extra large:
Chest: 120-130cm (47-51”)
Waist: 110-120cm (43-47”)
Postage included in price.
Size guide below.
We’ve all heard the remarkable attributes of hemp, not to mention it’s long history and heritage. With modern knitting technology, we’re able to mix organic cotton with the hemp to produce a fabric that is soft, flexible, strong, durable and naturally resistant to odorous bacteria.
Peak Oil Company has commissioned Hemp Clothing Australia to produce hemp / cotton knit garments, using a heavier weight double jersey knit in a yellow ocher colour. We’ve gone for a heavier weight, double jersey knit for higher absorbency, comfort and durability. We’ve chosen a yellow ocher colour that will still look good after sun fade, and that is a good base colour for echo dying.
The sleeveless shirt and shorts pack is for warmer months. The sleeveless shirt offers sun protection to the top of the shoulder, while ensuring maximum ventilation to the arm pits and freedom of movement. It can be worn as a singlet under garment, or as a shirt on its own. The shorts have plenty of room for movement and comfort, a wide waist band held with elastic and a longer tie cord. Both are great for hot summer days swimming.
The long sleeve shirt and pants pack is an option for additional sun protection, or as colder weather under garments that help with temperature and moisture control under wool knits and weaves.
Both packs come with a pair of hemp knit socks with extra padding in the foot bed.
The hemp / cotton knits are clothing that can be worn on their own, without looking like underwear, but are easily comfortable enough to use as underwear as well.
About our testing
The kids and I initially tested this idea in Japan, over a winter month of van camping and ski touring. Our access to clothes washing was limited and the climate was cold and snowy. We almost never removed our hemp cotton base layers. We slept in them with possum knit sweaters, then pulled on our wool pants and coats in the morning. Actually, I slept in my wool pants and coat too, but that’s because I often had to get up in the night to clear away snow or go to the toilet. We skied all day in the hemp cotton under layers with wool pants and coats over all. We visited the onsens (thermally heated bath houses), had dinner somewhere, then returned to the van to sleep in them again. The hemp / cotton base layers proved their value as a versatile and super comfortable garment that could be worn almost everywhere.
The idea of under garments that could be worn anywhere without looking like underwear was great, especially in Japan. More importantly though, the moisture absorbency and bacteria resistance of the hemp cotton knitted fabric was really evident and very surprising.
My personal transition to natural fibres, from a lifetime of outdoor clothing in synthetic blends, has really taught me many things. How body heat, circulation and moisture control works wearing naturals, what comfortable and breathable really feels like, how long we can go without getting smelly, many things.
Our outdoor industry and culture has a long way to go before we truly reconsider the use of synthetics and chemical treatments and start looking at our heritage in clothing and techniques again. I’m really happy I went down this path when I did, so I can enjoy a new relationship with the outdoors, with my tools in clothing and equipment consistent with my appreciation of nature. it all that feels somehow more fitting, more connected, more appropriate, more human.
Swimming in hemp / cotton knits on a hot day is the way. Evaporative cooling on a long hot day prolongs the cooling of the swim. No synthetic irritation while you sit around, plenty of give and flexibility inherent in the knit. Strong, natural yarns that can hold up to the stresses of water and body movement.
I hope through my text and videos you can see the virtue and reasoning for hemp / cotton knit as base layer garments. If you would like to read more of this reasoning, please see my article on the News page, Natural fibre clothes and equipment for the outdoors
Sizing
These measurements are as flexible as the garments, if you are in between sizes, choose the larger size for loose fit, or the smaller size for tight fit. We recommend a loose fit, to give yourself comfort, flexibility, ventilation and better moisture control.
Small
Chest: 90-100cm (32-39”)
Waist: 80-90cm (31-36”)
Medium
Chest: 100-110cm (39-43”)
Waist: 90-100cm (35-39”)
Large:
Chest :110-120cm (44-47”)
Waist: 100-110cm (39-43”)
Extra large:
Chest: 120-130cm (47-51”)
Waist: 110-120cm (43-47”)
Postage included in price.
Size guide below.
We’ve all heard the remarkable attributes of hemp, not to mention it’s long history and heritage. With modern knitting technology, we’re able to mix organic cotton with the hemp to produce a fabric that is soft, flexible, strong, durable and naturally resistant to odorous bacteria.
Peak Oil Company has commissioned Hemp Clothing Australia to produce hemp / cotton knit garments, using a heavier weight double jersey knit in a yellow ocher colour. We’ve gone for a heavier weight, double jersey knit for higher absorbency, comfort and durability. We’ve chosen a yellow ocher colour that will still look good after sun fade, and that is a good base colour for echo dying.
The sleeveless shirt and shorts pack is for warmer months. The sleeveless shirt offers sun protection to the top of the shoulder, while ensuring maximum ventilation to the arm pits and freedom of movement. It can be worn as a singlet under garment, or as a shirt on its own. The shorts have plenty of room for movement and comfort, a wide waist band held with elastic and a longer tie cord. Both are great for hot summer days swimming.
The long sleeve shirt and pants pack is an option for additional sun protection, or as colder weather under garments that help with temperature and moisture control under wool knits and weaves.
Both packs come with a pair of hemp knit socks with extra padding in the foot bed.
The hemp / cotton knits are clothing that can be worn on their own, without looking like underwear, but are easily comfortable enough to use as underwear as well.
About our testing
The kids and I initially tested this idea in Japan, over a winter month of van camping and ski touring. Our access to clothes washing was limited and the climate was cold and snowy. We almost never removed our hemp cotton base layers. We slept in them with possum knit sweaters, then pulled on our wool pants and coats in the morning. Actually, I slept in my wool pants and coat too, but that’s because I often had to get up in the night to clear away snow or go to the toilet. We skied all day in the hemp cotton under layers with wool pants and coats over all. We visited the onsens (thermally heated bath houses), had dinner somewhere, then returned to the van to sleep in them again. The hemp / cotton base layers proved their value as a versatile and super comfortable garment that could be worn almost everywhere.
The idea of under garments that could be worn anywhere without looking like underwear was great, especially in Japan. More importantly though, the moisture absorbency and bacteria resistance of the hemp cotton knitted fabric was really evident and very surprising.
My personal transition to natural fibres, from a lifetime of outdoor clothing in synthetic blends, has really taught me many things. How body heat, circulation and moisture control works wearing naturals, what comfortable and breathable really feels like, how long we can go without getting smelly, many things.
Our outdoor industry and culture has a long way to go before we truly reconsider the use of synthetics and chemical treatments and start looking at our heritage in clothing and techniques again. I’m really happy I went down this path when I did, so I can enjoy a new relationship with the outdoors, with my tools in clothing and equipment consistent with my appreciation of nature. it all that feels somehow more fitting, more connected, more appropriate, more human.
Swimming in hemp / cotton knits on a hot day is the way. Evaporative cooling on a long hot day prolongs the cooling of the swim. No synthetic irritation while you sit around, plenty of give and flexibility inherent in the knit. Strong, natural yarns that can hold up to the stresses of water and body movement.
I hope through my text and videos you can see the virtue and reasoning for hemp / cotton knit as base layer garments. If you would like to read more of this reasoning, please see my article on the News page, Natural fibre clothes and equipment for the outdoors
Sizing
These measurements are as flexible as the garments, if you are in between sizes, choose the larger size for loose fit, or the smaller size for tight fit. We recommend a loose fit, to give yourself comfort, flexibility, ventilation and better moisture control.
Small
Chest: 90-100cm (32-39”)
Waist: 80-90cm (31-36”)
Medium
Chest: 100-110cm (39-43”)
Waist: 90-100cm (35-39”)
Large:
Chest :110-120cm (44-47”)
Waist: 100-110cm (39-43”)
Extra large:
Chest: 120-130cm (47-51”)
Waist: 110-120cm (43-47”)