Quick Dry Comfort: Technical Hiking Shirts for Ladies

Our range of quick-dry hiking shirts and trekking shirts for women's activities is built for high-output and fast-moving adventures. These technical fabrics are engineered to rapidly wick sweat away and dry quickly, preventing chilling when you stop. These hiking shirts maintain a lightweight feel, whether you choose short sleeves or a sling sleeve shirt for sun protection. 

Check out purpose-built technical hiking shirts for women from great brands like Kuhl and Mont at Paddy Pallin.

Essential Layers: Women's Long Sleeve Shirts and Thermal Gear

The foundation of any good layering system starts with next-to-skin comfort and insulation. Our selection of women's long sleeve shirts and long sleeve hiking shirts provides crucial warmth and UPF protection. For cold conditions, a dedicated women's thermal top made from Merino wool or synthetic blends is vital for regulating your core temperature during long days of trekking and hiking in cold environments. 

Performance Wear: Women's Running Tops

For high-output activities like trail running, our women's running tops prioritise lightweight material, breathability, and comfort. We've got the perfect kit, from tank tops to long sleeves, to keep you comfortable while running in any climate.

Shop More Outdoor Clothing for Women

To complete your full layering system, pair your new ladies hiking shirts with more of our ladies outdoor gear. At Paddy Pallin we have a range of Women’s Jackets, Fleeces, Hiking Pants, Footwear for ladies and much more from the world’s leading outdoor brands. 

Women's Tops FAQ's

Which brands of women’s tops does Paddy Pallin stock?

Paddy Pallin only stocks top quality outdoor and travel clothing from brands we believe in. Our extensive range features clothing options from The North Face, Rab, Kuhl,  Icebreaker, Patagonia, Mont, Marmot, Arc’teryx, Royal Robbins and Mons Royal.

Do you sell women’s long sleeve shirts with UV sun protection?

Yes, staying sun-safe in the outdoors is vital and all clothing offers some UV protection. If sun-safety is your priority, we recommend opting for long sleeve shirts with a UPF rating in the product description. We have garments with ratings as high as UPF 50, with long sleeves and high-collars providing ideal UV protection.

Can I buy thermals for women at Paddy Pallin? 

Thermals, or what we like to refer to as your ‘base layer’ form the foundation of an outdoor clothing layering system. This next-to-skin layer is vital for taking care of moisture management (wicking) and to help regulate your body's core temperature throughout the day. Our range of thermals for women includes Icebreaker merino base layers, along with several synthetic-based options from brands like Arc’teryx and Patagonia.

Should I choose a synthetic or merino based women’s thermal top?

Both synthetic and merino based fabrics are well suited to active outdoor use. Typically, people will find merino fabrics to be a little warmer and slower to dry. They’re also odour-resistant, which makes merino garments ideal for prolonged use. In comparison, synthetics will typically be a bit lighter, faster drying and cheaper than an equivalent merino garment. 

Can I try on the clothing at Paddy Pallin?

All Paddy Pallin stores have fitting rooms and we actively encourage customers to try on clothing before they purchase. From experience, we know that sizing varies between brands and styles too. If you’re buying clothing that is intended to be worn over or under other layers, we’d suggest trying this out in-store, to ensure the layers fit well when worn together.

Visit us at your local Paddy Pallin store today!  

Does Paddy Pallin sell moisture-wicking quick dry hiking shirts?

One of the most crucial functions of outdoor clothing is its ability to wick moisture away from your skin. Be it from sweat or rain, any moisture that is against your skin will quickly lead to your body's core temperature dropping. Almost all of our range of women's tops, base layers and underwear are constructed from moisture-wicking fabrics. Predominantly, this will be using various merino wool and synthetic blends.

Does Paddy Pallin stock fleece jackets, hoodies and pullovers?

Fleece tops have long been a staple outdoor layer. Traditionally made from synthetics, a fleece garment is usually used as a mid-layer. They’re warm, soft and a highly versatile layer for all types of outdoor activities and travel. Our range of women's fleece tops includes full-zip jackets, hoodies and half-zip pullovers.