"I sat in 15-degree temps…stayed warm, comfortable, and dry." ...

Baselayers are the hidden workhorses of winter apparel. But out of sight doesn’t mean they should be out of mind—getting them right is important. A bad baselayer can ruin what would otherwise be a ...

A case can be made that base layers are the most important and underappreciated piece of a layering kit. Because it’s the layer that sits on your skin, it’s also the first line of discomfort should it ...

The outer shell gets all the glory, but the piece that decides whether your day goes well is the one you pull on first. A base layer is the next-to-skin part of the system, the thing that sits closest ...

Superb quality and performance, Rapha's usual high standards (and price) Merino wool has fast become the material of choice in high performance base layers from brands such as Howies, Sugoi, Ground ...

The Sportful Sottozero winter base layer isn’t the warmest option on the market and it won’t be for everyone. If you are someone who needs warmth but also builds up a sweat when climbing, this base ...

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The range of base layer clothing is enormous and competing manufacturers will make all sorts of claims about what their garments offer. But whichever base layer you choose, you shouldn’t assume any ...

I’d need all my fingers and toes to count the number of times I’ve reminded friends and family visiting Colorado to wear an extra sweatshirt or toss a spare jacket in their pack. Relatives visiting ...