Layers are the instruments of keeping you dry, warm and using your energy efficiently.
Put into the right systems, a good sequence of layers provides you with weather protection, moves moisture away from your skin, conserves or dissipates heat, and does this in the least amount of time.
Learn more about layeringOUTER LAYER - SHELL JACKET
Shells are the most weather protective layer, most often worn on the outside of all other layers. Evaluate your environment, expected output level and typical conditions when making your selection.
GORE-TEX shells are fully waterproof, windproof and breathable.
MID LAYER - INSULATION
Insulation & fleece provide warmth while also dissipating heat during periods of high output. When selecting insulation type, consider weight and weather conditions.
Down provides the highest warmth-to-weight value and packs small, but it is best suited to cool and dry conditions.
Synthetic materials remain warm when damp, are more abrasion resistant but less compact and heavier than down.
BASE LAYER
Your first layer, worn next-to-skin to provide warmth and quickly move moisture away from your skin.
Lighter weights are best for warm conditions and/or high output levels. Heavier weights for cool conditions or lower output.
Wool retains its warmth when wet and has natural anti-odor properties.
Synthetics are lightweight, dry quickly and can be more abrasion resistant.
