YMX by Yellowman Review and *Giveaway*

I was contacted a few months back about reviewing a shirt from a company I had never heard of.  I decided to go for it (because I personally believe there is some GREAT gear out there from little-known sources!)  So glad I did....

YMX by Yellowman was launched in 2009 to bring athletic clothing donned with "tattoo-like" works of art to adventurers everywhere.  Quite honestly, I am not a tattoo-loving gal.  It's just not my style.  However, I tend to wear my athletic clothes on a daily basis and am always looking for something that has a little more style than the typical base layers.

YMX sent me a Winter Flower Sport Jersey to test out.  Retailing for $119, the jersey boasts a UPF of 50+ and has three back pockets for keeping things safe.  I personally didn't find that a water bottle was secure enough in the pockets, but keys and a cell phone would be held in easily with the elastic top.

I tested the jersey both XC skiing and running (and then would wear it the rest of the day....shhhhh - don't tell!)  I like the flower design and feel it adds a little bit to my normal active wear.

What I liked:
- The jersey is thin enough to provide an extra layer of warmth while still remaining light enough for warmer days.

- The zip top allows some flexibility with coverage.  I preferred to wear mine not zipped to the top, but I do think it is comfortable either way (especially depending on conditions.)

- It is nice to have pockets sometimes out on a run!

- It breathes well and wicks sweat.

Not so crazy about:
- It is nice to have a design on the shirt, but as it stretches, the design obviously fades a bit with the extension of the fibers and tends to not be as flattering.  I thought that fading made it look like it was less of a quality shirt than it actually is.

- I like that the top is thin, but find that I use it as a base layer and usually the design is hidden.  YMX does state that it is sized to be fitted, so if you want to wear it on top of other layers, sizing up is a must.

You can find YMX by Yellowman on their facebook page and on twitter.  They also sell their products in stores around the country (just not in WY!)

YMX has been generous in the fact that they have offered to send one of you a Winter Flower Sport Jersey of your own (keep it or pass it on to a friend/family member!)  Use the rafflecopter below to enter (if you can't see it, just refresh your page!)  As always, make sure you do the task and then click the button to show you have done it!  Questions?  Feel free to email me at mountainmamatales@gmail.com a Rafflecopter giveaway