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[Kentirir]

I was in one of the norwegian armys recon units. We could ski with netting and goretex uniforms in 20-30 minus. No problem at all. Its all about having good rutines, and do the right things correclty. Im stil using this method today while hunting grouse and moose in the highlands.
The idea of fishnetts comes from norwegian fishermen, and it is adopted by most of the nordic countrys military today.

[jamesbridges]

Brynje has mesh top " with inlay" that has solid shoulders and may help with the cheese- grater .

[calebguyton]

There’s one big thing with the base layer that Soldiers make mistakes on. Under Armor for the last 20 years has made people think that their base layer must be skin tight. If you need junk support, sure. BUT for cold weather application, that base layer needs to have a loose fit to it so that you have breathability between skin, base, and waffle. That way when you get where you’re going you may have some moisture in the garment but it will be minimal. Little tip I picked up in the Alpine Course here at Ft Drum.

[OldPackMule]

Yes! Many years of hiking and sweating in cold temps I've found much the same. Waffle or mesh next to skin, Merino Wool, loose fitting light Wool. Loose fitting allows air circulation. Polartec on the outside wicks and breaths.

[genecarrie]

I am glad to see that other people have finally caught on to the "fishnet" style base layers!! I have been using a brand called Alclima for a while and they are awesome. Used them for Wisconsin deer hunting and also when going on day hikes when it's really cold -20°F and such. I sweat easily and this style breathes fantastically. Great video!!

[tombryant]

Wiggy makes great stuff. It may not be the lightest or the most compact but it works. He has been in the business for a long time and knows his stuff. I was in Grand Junction Colorado this summer and made a visit to his store and factory. Had a great conversation with Jerry and he gave me the tour. His stuff works. Physics does not change. I try a lot of different gear and his stuff just works. And many props and thanks to a guy who builds his stuff in the US and employees US workers. Top quality stuff.

[AndrewWisler]

I have a Patagonia capilene hoodie which is similar to the waffle top, and it’s indispensable in the backcountry. Weight to warmth is incredible, and that layer under a gore tex shell is good for high activity down to mid teens easily.

[oamonen]

Brynje is top notch, used it a bunch when i was in the norwegian armed forces. A cheaper vertion of it is also a part of their issued gear. Did you know Brynje actually translates to Chainmail in norwegian😉

[StefanHufner-sdie]

I can only agree with you. In my 30 years of service experience as an infantryman, I can highly recommend the Brijne netzshirt as a base layer. Nothing works better for me.

[rythmicwarrior]

Hell yah Randall! I'm stoked to see you plugging Wiggys! His gear is the shit! I have multiple pieces of his kit that I use for hunting and camping. His single person bivy shelter is clutch for moto-camping. His gear is built to last too. Definitely grunt proof. Best of all, you call Wiggys...he answers the phone and will take the time to answer all your dumb questions. I have his fishnet underwear and also a few pieces of Brynje thermowool. I tend to run hotter with Wiggys so I primarily use it for late season hunting. Probably the most versatile of the fishnet imo, is the Brynje A-shirt. Not only is it awesome for cold weather, but you can wear it as an undershirt in warmer weather and it won't get sweat logged, unlike a common cotton A-shirt. The most versatile combo I've found for high output activity is a thermowool fishnet top under Polartec Alpha, with a windshirt for a shell. It's all about that breathability!

[jluvnklee]

A large majority of people just have no idea about proper layering in winter and especially in regards to material selected and the difference it can make. I grew up in the Midwest and have been in some God awful cold weather in my days. I now live in Tennessee and the weather is milder, but still some pretty cold days in winter. I am a big fan of the merino/spandex blended base layers offered by Firstlite. I think they are 90% Merino wool. I wear the mid weight bottoms all winter and the mid weight tops (Kiln) are pretty much a staple for me as well. I work outside, so you learn real quick what works and what doesn’t. I ordered the Armadillo Lynx top on your recommendation and am looking forward to adding it to my daily use winter wear system. Thanks for your excellent videos and keep ‘em coming!

[Lightandlovetoyou]

Wiggys is number one

Thanks for giving him the props he deserves

[My_Alchemical_Romance]

I love when you cover this this shit never gets old.

[AShooter]

Brynje is the best!!!! They have a Brynje USA in Idaho.

[michaeldumas]

Brynje is the best base layer I have ever worn for cold weather active wear in 60 years...I can not believe how it works....over that I also wear special forces mid-layer... Alpha by polar tech..this alpha or alpha direct blows away all mid layers worn over the base...over that a soft shell breathable hoodie...I'm good down to 10F...no more sweat!..breathability for days!.it's unreal!...just my take..I Live in the Adirondacks and winter backpack..

[NickFrom]

Oh man. I could go off on bad clothing and sleeping bags. I was introduced to Wiggy's a while back so this was foremost on my mind when watching this video. When the fish net came out I was like "Wow he knows about fishnet." then Wiggys was mentioned and I was like "Ok, now I know where he learned it. This video should help a lot of people".

[michaelw]

The String Vest as worn by Wallace ( and Grommit) is the original high performance tech base layer.

[Stoney_AKA_James]

Good information Randall!
Wiggy's makes great sleeping bags, I keep one as part of my winter emergency truck kit!
FYI: We are issued undershirts that are mesh and ribbed to provide airflow under our body armor, yes they do help but in Texas you still sweat!

[edwinmondragon]

I love it. I don't get outside in the mountains in the winter as much as I would like to, but work outside in the cold all winter. You do a great job of showing alternatives to high priced work gear that make financial sense based on durability. Keep up the good work.

[Frogboxer]

Mesh will keep you cool in summer and warm in winter.

Summer: Next to skin + a loose smock or combat jacket/shirt on top that allows airflow....you may be too cool.

Winter: Next to skin + fleece shirt + Smock. The fleece shirt has to be a close fit to keep in the warm air and the smock cinched down. If rucking in winter: mesh + close fitting windproof from the start-line....people wear warm kit but have to strip off 2 minutes in....so suck it up at the start.


The Armadillo shirt is hugely expensive....much better option, my opinion, is the Woolpower Ullfrotte shirt....less than half the price and more effective. Wool/synthetic mix, lightweight meshy material with a towelling underside that transports moisture and allows in air. Comfortable, hardwearing and doesn't look at all odd worn on its own. Comes in different weights/thicknesses.