Daytime temperatures vary greatly by nighttime temperatures in many locations; therefore, packaging layer clothing is important to keep you comfortable.
Depending on my area, I carry 4 main layers with me. One baseline, 2 mid-layers and a waterproof and windproof “shell” outer layer.
Grassroots
The base layer is the layer closest to the body. Importantly, this layer is made of wicking material to remove moisture from the body while keeping the skin dry. Typically, the base layer is made of synthetic materials, including polyester and nylon or merino wool and silk.
The base layer has different thicknesses or weights. Thicker or heavier, warmer rating.
In warm areas, the top of the synthetic vest should be enough, but when it’s cool, long sleeves are a good choice, offering UPF sunscreen even in hot zones. My favorite mountain hardware crater lake sun hoodie.
Merino wool is an excellent choice for cold weather. It is one of the warmest materials for comfort and weight. I like anything made in the smart circle. I suggest a thermal layer with a rated 250 times. Men should check the tops of these smart shoes, and women should check it.
Middle level
The middle layer is important to provide an insulating material that increases body heat. I usually bring two, a puffy layer and a wool layer. These layers have both synthetic and natural materials, both with advantages and disadvantages.
First, wool is one of your mid-layer options. Wool made from wool is great because it dries quickly if it is wet and can still keep you warm. It is also breathable and can prevent you from overheating. However, since it is breathable, the wind can easily blow through it, so you still need the wind layer.
On wool, I usually wear fluffy insulated jackets. Both the base layer and synthetic materials of Puffy appear. The thicker the fluffy, the heavier the warmer the warmer it is.
The smallest jacket provides minimal warmth. Its fill power range is 450 to 900, and 900 is the warmest and most compact. Unfortunately, if wet, the decline will lose its efficacy and it will take some time to dry out. Check out men and women Arc’teryx cerium lt hoodies.
A synthetic fluffy jacket does not compress and lower, but it still isolates well when wet. Patagonia’s Nanopuffs are a good synthetic option.
Case layer
Your outer layer is the shell. It needs to be waterproof and windproof. I recommend buying a waterproof jacket. Although they are more expensive than waterproof jackets, waterproof jackets will keep you drier, but it is worth it.
Arc’teryx’s Beta SL Jackets for Women are a great choice. The REI Xerodry GTX is another option, and it’s more affordable for both men and women.
