16th June 2023
Rab Syncrino Base LS Tee baselayer
The Syncrino Base layer LS Tee is made from 53% polyester and 47% merino 125 wool. It doesn’t feel quite so warm as the tops I tested that were composed of a higher proportion of…
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16th June 2023
Helly Hansen LIFA Stripe Crew baselayer
At 135g, this LIFA Stripe Crew base layer weighs a little more than the 114g that Helly Hansen claim (according to my scales), but it is still a very lightweight option. However, I found that…
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16th June 2023
Craghoppers Merino Crew Neck baselayer II
Craghoppers have been active in adopting sustainable practices. This Merino Crew Neck base layer is 80% merino wool, and 20% recycled polyester – Craghoppers claim that approximately 7 bottles were recycled to make this product.…
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16th June 2023
Smartwool Classic All-Season Merino baselayer
Smartwool specialise in merino wool products and have done a great job with the Classic All-Season Merino base layer. The material is 88% Merino 150 wrapped around a nylon core – the intention being that…
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16th June 2023
BAM Women’s Novea Crew Neck Base Layer
BAM’s newest fabric, NOVEA, is a blend of bamboo and Naia™, which the brand claim is faster to dry than previous iterations and is used in the Novea Crew Neck. The heavier fabric isn’t as…
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16th June 2023
Páramo Women’s Cambia Zip Neck
The Cambia Zip Neck base layer is reversible, with two face fabrics using Nikwax directional Parameta T+ technology. One keeps water close to skin for maximum cooling while the other wicks it away. I have…
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16th June 2023
Craft of Scandinavia Active Extreme X Crew Neck
If you’re looking for a tight-fitting, active base layer for moving fast outdoors, the Craft Active Extreme X Crew Neck is an excellent choice. The fit – dubbed ‘supertight’ by Craft – might seem more…
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16th June 2023
Jack Wolfskin Kammweg base layer
The KAMMWEG base layer was designed for multi-day trekking trips and the lightweight combination of durable polyester and merino wool is perfect for chucking in a pack – although it does crease quite badly whereas…
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29th August 2022
Helly Hansen Lifa Active Solen Long Sleeve Base Layer : Full Review
Helly Hansen designed this base layer for sunny weather. It has UPF 50+ sun protection and is made of a fast wicking, fast drying fabric. To provide the UPF without the use of chemicals the…
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17th August 2022
BAM Kagu Half-Zip Training T-Shirt
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14th December 2021
BAM Bearah Thermo Bamboo Base Layer: Full Review
Chris Townsend find this to be a very stretchy, very comfortable bamboo top - but it's slightly let down by the collar.
