Craft Extreme Zero Base Layer Short Sleeve vs Smartwool Merino 150 Base Layer Top
Weight and specs compared for 2026 — and which one to choose.
Ultralight merino blend base layer inspired by cycling design. Lightweight knit construction ideal for high-output activities. Excellent moisture management and...
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Craft Extreme Zero Base Layer Short Sleeve vs Smartwool Merino 150 Base Layer Top: which should you buy?
If saving weight is your priority, the Craft Extreme Zero Base Layer Short Sleeve wins — at 80 g it is 83 g (51%) lighter than the Smartwool Merino 150 Base Layer Top (163 g). That said, the heavier option may justify the extra grams with more capacity, durability or comfort, so weigh the trade-off against how you'll use it.
See where both rank against everything else in this category on the lightest clothing - base layer page, or browse the full gear weight database.