Ibex GOAT Tank

Review by Erin Trail

Technical Details

The Ibex GOAT Tank is made with Weightless Wool, a fiber technology that wraps ultra-thin merino fibers around a nylon filament to make this 150gsm fabric both lightweight and durable. The resulting fabric offers excellent thermoregulation, odor control, and breathability without any itch.

Fit and Function

I ordered a size medium (in accordance with the Ibex size guide) and feel that the Ibex GOAT Tank fits true to size.  The tank top is on the long side and is flowy which makes it feel a bit big, but across the chest is true to size and fits well. I like the length of the tank top and think it provides a nice style differentiator from the current onslaught of crop tops.

The neck of the Ibex GOAT Tank is high, but comfortable, hitting me at the collarbone.  The arm openings are just right with seams that don’t chafe or irritate. There’s also a seam along the center of the back (going from top to bottom) that gives the tank top a little, subtle design flair.

Testing Conditions

• Several medium runs with temperatures ranging from 65 to 85 degrees
• Hot yoga
• Weight lifting sessions
• Spectating at Ironman 70.3 Boulder

The Ibex GOAT Tank is the perfect weight for a summer active tank top.  I like the higher neck, which gives my chest a little sun protection. The merino wool is also really light and soft – this tank top just feels good to wear.   And while being light and soft, it doesn’t feel delicate, like some merino summer shirts can feel.

I especially like that the Ibex GOAT Tank doesn’t specifically look like a performance tank top.  I can wear this shirt for a variety of functions, knowing that it will look good no matter where I wear it.  Most recently, I brought it with me on a trip to Spain, because of it’s versatility. The longer hem can be tucked in, half tucked, completely untucked, giving the bottom hemline of the shirt some variety in how you wear and style it.

I’ve worn the Ibex GOAT Tank the most while running.  I usually wear a hydration vest when I run.  The tank top works well with my hydration vest.  I especially like that the arm holes are pretty high and close to my armpit, as this reduces chances of chafing from my pack.  I get sweaty, but the shirt dries really fast. 

The Ibex GOAT Tank moves with my body nicely.  With the longer hem, I really like this tank top for upper body weight lifting, where I may not want my shirt to creep up and expose my super-white belly.

The Ibex GOAT Tank was also great in my hot yoga class.  The shirt was saturated with sweat, but I never felt hot.  The tank dried quickly once class was over, making this a nice option for those who do some active sweating and then need to be presentable, but in the same shirt, later on.

The odor controlling qualities of the merino wool was thoroughly tested as well. I wore this shirt nearly daily for a week (2 runs, weight lifting, hot yoga) without washing between uses.  The shirt looked and smelled fresh.  

The Ibex GOAT Tank was my shirt of choice while spectating at Ironman 70.3 Boulder. The shirt looks neat when you wear it, with clean lines and a nice, but natural looking color to the merino. It was a hot day and I managed to feel comfortable as the morning turned into a scorching afternoon.

I’ve also worn the Ibex GOAT Tank on a long, hot run, where my shirt was SOAKED with sweat.  I went straight from my run to my local farmer’s market, and by the time I was halfway through my lap around the market, the shirt was already dry and looking fresh.

Closing Thoughts

The Ibex GOAT Tank is a fantastic summer weight active shirt option that utilizes merino wool for it’s performance and odor minimizing capabilities. The clean lines and simple styling make this a versatile option for nearly any summer activity.  Due to the quick drying and anti-odor properties of Merino, this tank is a great option for going from a run to a casual social outing, performing and looking great for both activities.

The Ibex GOAT Tank is available in 3 colorways and in women’s sizes ranging from XS to XXL.

Erin Trail