Best Base Layers for Skiing & Snowboarding
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 12 พ.ย. 2022
- Base layers don't keep you warm; they keep you dry. So, I tested three of the best base layers for winter and put them to the ultimate test in a sauna, followed by a cryotherapy chamber to test which of them had the best moisture-wicking properties. These base layers will help keep you warm and prevent you from getting wet and cold while you're out adventuring this winter. These base layers for snowboarding are great options to use for all of your favorite winter sports. You can even wear these base layers for skiing while you're snowshoeing or even just
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There are 3 things to consider when purchasing winter base layers for snowboarding or other adventures.
1. Material
2. Weight
3. Fit
I tested 3 different baselayers, including wool and synthetic, lightweight and midweight.
1ST BASELAYER:
Smartwool Classic All-Season Merino Base Layer
Light Gray Heather
IntraKnit: 150
$85
SHOP TOP - Women's XS
REI: alnk.to/gKMTzua
SHOP BOTTOMS - Women's M
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FABRIC: 87% merino wool/13% nylon
WEIGHT: Lightweight
A lot of people think you’re supposed to have a light, mid, or heavy weight base layer for each of the different weather conditions, but my preference is to always use a lightweight base layer and add additional warming layers on top of it, as needed.
Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned winter resident, this video is a great way to find the best base layer for your needs. I tested three different base layers and explained which one is the best for you. So if you're looking for a winter layer that will keep you warm and comfortable, check out this video!
2ND BASELAYER:
Smartwool Intraknit Thermal Merino Crew Base Layer
Black Cherry
IntraKnit: 200
$125
SHOP TOP - WOMEN'S XS
REI: alnk.to/cwOI1XH
SHOP BOTTOMS - WOMEN'S M
REI: alnk.to/3y840nJ
FABRIC: 53% wool/45% polyester/2% elastane
WEIGHT: Midweight
3RD BASELAYER:
Kari Traa Fryd Long-Sleeve Base Layer
Murk
$50
SHOP TOP - Women's S
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SHOP BOTTOMS - Women's M
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FABRIC: 90% polyester/10% elastane
WEIGHT: Lightweight - แนวปฏิบัติและการใช้ชีวิต
Gear Lady! You popped back up in my feed today! I remember watching your "Beginner Snowboarding Gear on a Budget" video two years ago. Happy to see you're still making content. I havent hit the slopes yet, since being excited about it two years ago.. life happens.. But thanks for the insight on the base layers!
What?! That’s the best news ever! Thanks for watching then and for watching again now! I hope you make it out on the slopes this year, I promise you’ll love it! ❤️
I love riding in the winter.This was very helpful.Thank you!
It’s the best! Thanks so much for watching!!!
That was fun! Thanks for suffering to help me learn. 👍🏻 . Happy to find your channel.
This is a great video! Doing this experiment is speaking my love language! Super fun and informative.
Yay! Jaime, what an excellent comment, thank you so much for the kind compliment! I’m glad you enjoyed it! Thanks so much for watching!
What a great expeiment! I find the polyester baselayers to be super warm, and are great if you are just standing around, not doing an activity where you are sweating. I always use the wool baselayers (merino tech, meriwool) for skiing or hiking, much better at wicking.
Thank you so much for your kind comment! That’s such great insight, I can totally see what you’re saying! Thanks so much for watching!
Great idea! Loved the video
Thank you so much, that means the world to me! I really appreciate you watching!
Well done, thanks for testing that out :)
Thank you so much!!!
Super helpful, thanks!
Glad it was helpful! Thank you for watching!
Awesome video!
Thanks so much!
Nice little test haha.
A note about “Intraknit”. This is the name for a different design that smartwool makes all together; an offshoot from the classic merino 150 and 250 designs. (The normal 150 is the one you tested). Intraknit models have less merino (53%) and were hyped for having all of this new paneling tech etc.. but like you I dislike the way they feel lol. My guess is they’re less apt to stretch out; they also have a more snug fit than usual smartwool on most people. Some reviews say they’re amazing during activity and the roughness softens out but I haven’t tried them.
The normal smartwool 250 that’s not Intraknit but heavier than the 1st you test is amazingly comfortable if you ever get a chance to try it. :)
Ohhhh. That’s super helpful information, thanks so much for sharing! That makes perfect sense, I’ll have to try the 250 smart wool! Thanks so much for watching and for your excellent comment!
Awesome!!!!
Thank you so much! ☺️
Can you wear viscose as a base layer?
Dang this was a super interesting video
That’s so kind of you! I had an absolute blast making it, glad you enjoyed it!
The thickness of the fibre, measured in microns, affects the feeling on your skin. Thicker is more scratchy, thinner is more expensive! Thanks for going through the pain for science!
HA! Hilarious and super helpful comment. 😂 Thanks for shedding the light behind why it feels more scratchy; super helpful! I appreciate you watching and commenting!
smile is nice.
Thanks so much! 4 years of braces for this grill! 🤓😂
I was just wondering, did you get sick afterwards?
Hey! No, not at all! The cryotherapy chamber is used to help speed up the recovery process, reduce inflammation, etc. Typically, you do it with as little clothing as possible to get the full benefits, I figure three times wearing base layers is probably close to the equivalent of doing it once in shorts and a sports bra! Thanks for watching!
How much were you shivering?
It decreased bc you sweat which cooled you off
Oh my, duh! That literally didn’t occur to me but makes so much sense! 🤦♀️😂 Thanks so much for watching and helping to set me straight!
Ohhhh no face diaper!
Ha ha ha! I know, right?! Gotta protect those lungs, I guess! 🤪😂 Thanks so much for watching!