Soft and ultra-lightLöffler Merino Light underwear for spring/summer 2026

Matthias Borchers

 · 30.01.2026

Löffler Merino Light sports underwear
Photo: Löffler
Austrian sportswear specialist Löffler presents its new Highlights Underwear collection for spring/summer 2026. The Merino Light series includes particularly lightweight functional underwear made from mulesing-free merino wool weighing just 129 g/m². The collection consists of singlets (RRP 59.99 euros) and T-shirts (RRP 69.99 euros) for men and women and is produced in the company's own knitting mill in Ried.

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The new highlights Underwear collection from Löffler for the spring/summer 2026 season relies on ultra-lightweight Merino wool materialsspecially designed for warm days. The Merino Light range includes singlets and T-shirts, which are produced in the company's own knitting mill at its headquarters in Ried im Innkreis, Austria. With a basis weight of just 129 g/m², the material is particularly light and thin, making it ideal for summer temperatures, according to the manufacturer. The underwear consists of 95 per cent merino wool and 5 per cent elastane, whereby Löffler only uses mulesing-free wool that is certified in accordance with the Responsible Wool Standard (RWS). This emphasises the company's ethical commitment to animal welfare.

The collection is available in different colours: the women's models are available in Bordeaux, Dark Blue and Black, while the men's models are available in Pine, Dark Blue and Black. Sizes range from 34 to 46 for women and 44 to 56 for men. The singlet is priced at 59.99 euros, while the T-shirt costs 69.99 euros.

Functional properties for athletes

The Merino Light underwear is characterised by several functional properties that make it ideal for sporting activities in warm temperatures. The lightweight single knit is elasticated and therefore offers freedom of movement for all types of sport. Thanks to the temperature-regulating properties of merino wool, the underwear should ensure a pleasant body climate even at higher outside temperatures. The fibres feel soft on the skin and, according to the manufacturer, are low-pill, which should increase the longevity of the products.

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Another advantage of the Merino wool is its odour-inhibiting effect. This is particularly beneficial for intensive sporting activities, as the underwear is less likely to develop unpleasant odours than synthetic materials, even after prolonged use. The Merino Light collection also bears the OEKO-TEX MADE IN GREEN certificate, which confirms that the products are made from materials that have been tested for harmful substances and are manufactured in environmentally friendly factories under socially responsible working conditions.

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Technical specifications of the Merino Light collection

The Merino Light underwear collection from Löffler for spring/summer 2026 offers the following technical features:

  • Material: 95 % merino wool (WO), 5 % elastane (EL)
  • Weight: 129 g/m²
  • Product types: Singlet and T-shirt
  • Prices: Singlet 59.99 Euro RRP, T-shirt 69.99 Euro RRP
  • Sizes: Women 34-46, Men 44-56
  • Women's colours: bordeaux, dark blue, black
  • Men's colours: pine, dark blue, black
  • Certification: OEKO-TEX MADE IN GREEN, mulesing-free merino wool (RWS)
  • Manufacture: Knitted in Ried, Austria

Sustainable production in Austria and Europe

Löffler consistently favours regional production in the manufacture of its sportswear. Around 70 per cent of the fabrics used are produced in-house at the headquarters in Ried im Innkreis. Most of the other production steps such as product development, cutting, sewing, quality control, warehousing and dispatch also take place at the Austrian site. The company only relies on its own subsidiary in Bulgaria and partner companies exclusively within Europe for additional sewing capacity.

The sportswear specialist specialises in the bike, Nordic sports, mountain sports and underwear sectors and produces around 1.1 million textiles every year. With its claim "MADE FOR BETTER", Löffler emphasises its claim to not only manufacture high-quality products for endurance athletes, but also to take responsibility for people and the environment. This includes the choice of location in Austria and Europe as well as social responsibility towards employees and ecological aspects in production.

Matthias Borchers is an expert for clothing and accessories in the test department of TOUR. As an amateur cyclist, he has completed the TOUR-Transalp and the TOUR-Trans Austria. His reportage trips from San Francisco to Sakai and 17 trips to the Tour de France with around 30,000 motorhome kilometres are also formative.

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