Cold Weather Layering: Part 1 - How to Choose a Base Layer

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In this video, Kevin walks us through what a base layer is, and how it fits within the cold weather layering system.

0:00 Intro
0:25 Cold Weather Layering System
1:04 What is a Base Layer?
2:00 Fabric Introduction - Cotton
2:35 Synthetic
5:01 Wool
6:45 Blended Materials
8:29 Fabric Weights - Lightweight, Midweight, Heavyweight
11:22 Base Layer Bottoms
14:26 Wrap Up

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Hunting this year, my buddy sunk the boat we were in and we both went swimming. 3°c water. Quite the shock to the system and it was about 3 hours until we were able to get dry again. I will say 100% that my wool base layers did their job. Socks, long underwear top and bottom and a wool top kept me warm. Worth the investment. It could save your life.

Bushy_P

Another feature that I really like in base layers for skiing and snowshoeing is thumb loops. It helps to keep the sleeves from bunching under other layers as you're taking things off/on. It also helps to make sure that at least your base layer extends into your gloves, which is really nice if you're digging out snow caves, skiing in deep powder, etc...

charleshoward

Thank you for doing this, this is extremely helpful!!

brandandaniels

A grunts biggest philosophical dilemma is always “do I base layer or not ?”.
Thumb holes are actually for continued insulation between the sleeve of the base layer and a glove. Love the video

alexs

First Lite “Game Bag” boxers are a game changer. I got a couple pairs on sale this season, hunted with them from freezing temps up into the 80s, and found them incredibly comfortable across the entire temp range. And they’re “liberating” if you know what I mean for comfort around the family jewels. Bonus points: My wife loves the look when I wear them around the house. 😂 Highly recommended!

BillDay

I wasn't aware of the Kuiu bottoms, there are a few insulating layer pants(Helly-Hansen and Cold Skills) that work that way and I absolutely love them. Will have to try the Kuius, glad to see they have a higher Nylon content on the lightweights.

jamesbridges

We use a synthetic "fishnet" style shirt and bottoms (brynje), and throw a t-shirt over it (not cotton).
Then if you need more, wool top/bottom.
We dress for the expected activity. So if you are going for medium/high activity, you are going too freeze if there is no activity. And you throw on more layers if you know you are going nowhere in a while (like a 600gr wool sweater or a puffy jacket). 😉 🇧🇻

MrKakemann

Fan of Hill people gear, fan of spiritus, happy you guys are helping people with this type of info.

RunInTooAWall

Excellent! Really nicely done - Kevin knows his stuff and how to communicate it.

George-bbyi

Badlands has a Merino wool blend boxer short that is very comfortable and warm. And because they are a blend with cordura nylon they hold up good. They are usually 30-40 bucks, but if you catch a sale you can get them for 20.

americanpatriot

Outdoor Research also has a lot of good options for base layers. Merino/Poly/etc and if you’re .mil you can get a pro account and get everything for around 50% off.

cfgMC

Nice quarter zip, Kevin. Nice content, SS.

FIRSTSPEAR

Sitka Core Lightweight Hoody has been my next-to-skin layer for a few years now. It’s a very light synthetic that does an excellent job at wicking sweat. It does have a thumb loop option which is convenient when adding layers, a small pocket on the chest (great for ID, permits), and zipper about the length of my sternum. Two of my favorite features are that the hood is form fitting without feeling too snug, and the hood has a built in face cover that isn’t noticeable when not wearing but also serves as a lightweight neck gaiter when you put the face cover around the front of your neck, and drop the hood - this has been the perfect touch of heat retention for heavy activity in cold temps.

If you’re looking for an excellent next-to-skin layer, take a chance on the Sitka Core Lightweight Hoody.

colegholson

As I’m standing out in the pouring rain waiting for the train look what the algorithm has blessed me with !!!😁

maxbiggtluffy

As an LV119 owner and HPG Tarahumara, its great to see this video. I love both companies and base layers are something I really struggle with. I have horrible circulation despite my pretty decent fitness level and I'm almost always cold. For years I'd just wear thermals, get sweaty and then end up freezing. This was really informative.

markc