Your Winter 2016 Cold Weather Layering System
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Bushcraft version
Lundhags Husky boots
Merino or SubZero polyamide thermals
Woolpower 400 jacket
Woolpower 400 vest
Woolpower 600 jacket
Bergans Morgedal windproof
Ski touring version
Garmont Excursion boots
Merino or SubZero polyamide thermals
Paramo Aspira salopettes
Haglofs Triton II fleece hoodie
Paramo Aspira smock or jacket
Paramo Torres overlayering jacket
UK winter option
Lowa Scout boots
Brenig pertex/fleece salopettes
Buffalo Special 6 Shirt
Buffalo Alpine jacket
Buffalo Parka
Lundhags Husky boots
Merino or SubZero polyamide thermals
Woolpower 400 jacket
Woolpower 400 vest
Woolpower 600 jacket
Bergans Morgedal windproof
Ski touring version
Garmont Excursion boots
Merino or SubZero polyamide thermals
Paramo Aspira salopettes
Haglofs Triton II fleece hoodie
Paramo Aspira smock or jacket
Paramo Torres overlayering jacket
UK winter option
Lowa Scout boots
Brenig pertex/fleece salopettes
Buffalo Special 6 Shirt
Buffalo Alpine jacket
Buffalo Parka
Hi there
I've' gone for a budget set for winter here in France. Works well for everyday and fishing trips.
Base & mid layer options:
Coolmax T shirt base layer
Craghoppers or Condor under fleece
Highlander Army fleece
Craghoppers Winter lined trousers
Outer layers can also be:
British army MTP Windproof smock with added button in Alpha liner from an M65 or
Pile/Pertex smock or
Snugpak Sleeka jacket
Rainwear a couple of options:
British Army Goretex jacket & trousers set
or cheap Decathlon light weight rain jacket
Footwear:
Lowa Combat boots
Le Chameau wellies
Note: The pile/pertex is worn mostly over the base layer T shirt, but if its really cold I have a Damart long sleeve base layer that is very warm... and of course I can put the sleeka over it all if it's really cold.
Cheers
Gareth
I've' gone for a budget set for winter here in France. Works well for everyday and fishing trips.
Base & mid layer options:
Coolmax T shirt base layer
Craghoppers or Condor under fleece
Highlander Army fleece
Craghoppers Winter lined trousers
Outer layers can also be:
British army MTP Windproof smock with added button in Alpha liner from an M65 or
Pile/Pertex smock or
Snugpak Sleeka jacket
Rainwear a couple of options:
British Army Goretex jacket & trousers set
or cheap Decathlon light weight rain jacket
Footwear:
Lowa Combat boots
Le Chameau wellies
Note: The pile/pertex is worn mostly over the base layer T shirt, but if its really cold I have a Damart long sleeve base layer that is very warm... and of course I can put the sleeka over it all if it's really cold.
Cheers
Gareth
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For Wet West Wales
Base - Aldi Merino Long Johns and short sleeve T shirt, Smartwool socks OR Wool power LongJohns and long sleeve Tshirt and Darn Tough socks
Mid - Home made Merino blanket wool shirt, home made blanket wool gilets or Bush shirt, 5.11 trousers or Woolpower tops and Stormy Kromer woolen trousers
Outer - Snugpak Ventile or home made waxed cotton Jacket or Smock Snugpak Double Ventile overtrousers, wool repro M43 hat or sheepskin hat, home knitted gloves.Welsh Flannel scarf and or Wool Buffs
Boots - 5.11 or Magnum combat boots of some model or other, or Jack Pyke Wellies.
It looks this year that if I try wearing these combos I will melt into a sweaty pool of grease!
Current layering
Base Tshirt in either bamboo or Merino, cotton shreddies. Lt weight Smartwool or Darn Tough socks
Mid - 5.11 cotton or poly cotton shirt or Welsh Flannel shirt, home made gilet with blanket lining
Outer - Home made Waxed Cotton or Ventile-esque jacket
Repro M43 hat
Boots - 5.11 Evo 6"
and sometimes that is too warm on the farm!
Base - Aldi Merino Long Johns and short sleeve T shirt, Smartwool socks OR Wool power LongJohns and long sleeve Tshirt and Darn Tough socks
Mid - Home made Merino blanket wool shirt, home made blanket wool gilets or Bush shirt, 5.11 trousers or Woolpower tops and Stormy Kromer woolen trousers
Outer - Snugpak Ventile or home made waxed cotton Jacket or Smock Snugpak Double Ventile overtrousers, wool repro M43 hat or sheepskin hat, home knitted gloves.Welsh Flannel scarf and or Wool Buffs
Boots - 5.11 or Magnum combat boots of some model or other, or Jack Pyke Wellies.
It looks this year that if I try wearing these combos I will melt into a sweaty pool of grease!
Current layering
Base Tshirt in either bamboo or Merino, cotton shreddies. Lt weight Smartwool or Darn Tough socks
Mid - 5.11 cotton or poly cotton shirt or Welsh Flannel shirt, home made gilet with blanket lining
Outer - Home made Waxed Cotton or Ventile-esque jacket
Repro M43 hat
Boots - 5.11 Evo 6"
and sometimes that is too warm on the farm!
Working in Scotland
Merrel/M&S thermal longsleeve top
Craghoppers/Mountain Wearhouse insulated trousers
work polo with vee neck jumper depending on workload
Helly Hansen jacket for actual work, Snugpak Elite for skiving with brew
Lowe cap
snood or scarf
thin kid leather gloves
Scarpa boots with artic red stripe socks
Hi-Viz bomber jacket when i have to be seen
Outdoors
KSB ecw or Scarpas with gaiters
Nice fluffy socks from Salomon
cargo trousers
1/4 zip micro fleece
trusty Oz windbreaker or khaki softy
raincoat packed in bag
snood/scarf
lowe cap
liner gloves
The lowe cap has been copied yet still goes strong.
Merrel/M&S thermal longsleeve top
Craghoppers/Mountain Wearhouse insulated trousers
work polo with vee neck jumper depending on workload
Helly Hansen jacket for actual work, Snugpak Elite for skiving with brew
Lowe cap
snood or scarf
thin kid leather gloves
Scarpa boots with artic red stripe socks
Hi-Viz bomber jacket when i have to be seen
Outdoors
KSB ecw or Scarpas with gaiters
Nice fluffy socks from Salomon
cargo trousers
1/4 zip micro fleece
trusty Oz windbreaker or khaki softy
raincoat packed in bag
snood/scarf
lowe cap
liner gloves
The lowe cap has been copied yet still goes strong.
for here in Newcastle and Scottish trips
Grubs Snowline 8.5 boots
Base layer is Merino 260gsm long johns and merino 320gsm long sleeve top, merino 300gsm socks
Mid layer is German quilted tank onesie similar to this
Outer shell layer is Dickies 10000 mm HH waterproof work jacket and pants
Hands Sealskinz Extreme cold weather waterproof and windproof gloves
Head Sealskinz waterproof and windproof beanie hat as seen in my avatar
Plus full beard
Grubs Snowline 8.5 boots
Base layer is Merino 260gsm long johns and merino 320gsm long sleeve top, merino 300gsm socks
Mid layer is German quilted tank onesie similar to this
Outer shell layer is Dickies 10000 mm HH waterproof work jacket and pants
Hands Sealskinz Extreme cold weather waterproof and windproof gloves
Head Sealskinz waterproof and windproof beanie hat as seen in my avatar
Plus full beard
Woolpower 200 longjohns
Woolpower 200 or 800
Wool socks of Naturkompaniet (of which I always have an extra pair on me)
Fjällraven trousers
Buffalo Special Six
Woolpower Buff 200
Arktis B100 smock on top of all the above as an outer in case T****
Wool and fleece watchcap of Fjällraven for high intensity activities
Wool watchcap of Tinsulate for passive moments
On a snowscooter I wear a musher-fur hat of hare fur and cotton.
Hestra Field Guide gloves, excellent for all activities (even on a scooter)
Burton gloves
Lundhags Syncro Mids with felt insoles
Gaiters (forgot the brand)
Using this setup for the last 4 years, perfect blend of 'traditional' and modern materials.
In case you want some pics with that, I wrote an article on my blog some time ago:
https://rudecheers.wordpress.com/quest-for-kit/clothing-for-swedish-winter/
Woolpower 200 or 800
Wool socks of Naturkompaniet (of which I always have an extra pair on me)
Fjällraven trousers
Buffalo Special Six
Woolpower Buff 200
Arktis B100 smock on top of all the above as an outer in case T****
Wool and fleece watchcap of Fjällraven for high intensity activities
Wool watchcap of Tinsulate for passive moments
On a snowscooter I wear a musher-fur hat of hare fur and cotton.
Hestra Field Guide gloves, excellent for all activities (even on a scooter)
Burton gloves
Lundhags Syncro Mids with felt insoles
Gaiters (forgot the brand)
Using this setup for the last 4 years, perfect blend of 'traditional' and modern materials.
In case you want some pics with that, I wrote an article on my blog some time ago:
https://rudecheers.wordpress.com/quest-for-kit/clothing-for-swedish-winter/
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Outdoors in the hills:
Brinjie or Merino top
Paramo trousers
Paramo Aspira smock
Patagonia synthetic duvet as spare layer
OR Patagonia Mixmaster and Triolet Jacket instead of Aspira
Hang leather boots
Outdoor research gaiters
Bridgedale liners and Smartwool socks
Dachstein Gloves ( not mitts) or synthetic liners and Wintergear fleece/Goretex mitts
Brinjie or Merino top
Paramo trousers
Paramo Aspira smock
Patagonia synthetic duvet as spare layer
OR Patagonia Mixmaster and Triolet Jacket instead of Aspira
Hang leather boots
Outdoor research gaiters
Bridgedale liners and Smartwool socks
Dachstein Gloves ( not mitts) or synthetic liners and Wintergear fleece/Goretex mitts
For UK conditions:
Base layer:
RAB MeCo Base layer (250 LS top, 165 long johns) (Option of 165 LS top when conditions don't require the full 250)
Darn Tough Mountain socks (1906).
RAB MeCo 165 Gloves
Merino wool Buff
Mid Layer: (This is largely optional or for when conditions are really cold)
Páramo Bentu Fleece
Outer layer:
Páramo Quito Jacket
Páramo Cascada 1 Trousers
Mountain Equipment G2 Alpine Glove.
Páramo Beanie
Cold Avenger Pro Soft Shell face mask.
Insulation Layer:
Páramo Torres Jacket (insulation when not moving).
Footwear:
Salamon X Ultra Winter CS WP Boots (Insulated).
Traction:
Hillsound Trail Crampon Ultra or Kahtoola Nanospikes
I do appear to be a bit of a walking advert for Páramo, clad head to ankle in it. But for me it does work better than anything else I've used.
J
Base layer:
RAB MeCo Base layer (250 LS top, 165 long johns) (Option of 165 LS top when conditions don't require the full 250)
Darn Tough Mountain socks (1906).
RAB MeCo 165 Gloves
Merino wool Buff
Mid Layer: (This is largely optional or for when conditions are really cold)
Páramo Bentu Fleece
Outer layer:
Páramo Quito Jacket
Páramo Cascada 1 Trousers
Mountain Equipment G2 Alpine Glove.
Páramo Beanie
Cold Avenger Pro Soft Shell face mask.
Insulation Layer:
Páramo Torres Jacket (insulation when not moving).
Footwear:
Salamon X Ultra Winter CS WP Boots (Insulated).
Traction:
Hillsound Trail Crampon Ultra or Kahtoola Nanospikes
I do appear to be a bit of a walking advert for Páramo, clad head to ankle in it. But for me it does work better than anything else I've used.
J
Hillwalks or Woods :
Dachstein Mitts or any wool gloves
Lowe cap, North Face fleese beanie
snood or scarf
wristovers
Baselayer - Aldi Merino Long Johns Long sleeve Top, Craghopper micro fleese pullover
Army issue 65% wool socks STILL my favourite
Midlayer Lambswool jumber If needed
Bear Grylls Survivor Trs or 5.11 trousers
Outerlayer Buffalo SP6 or Helly Hanson Fibre Pile Jacket or Snugpak Elite
Boots Hanwag SF boots still using nearly worn out through replacing with Altbergs, Yorkshire trading cheap Wellies.
Dachstein Mitts or any wool gloves
Lowe cap, North Face fleese beanie
snood or scarf
wristovers
Baselayer - Aldi Merino Long Johns Long sleeve Top, Craghopper micro fleese pullover
Army issue 65% wool socks STILL my favourite
Midlayer Lambswool jumber If needed
Bear Grylls Survivor Trs or 5.11 trousers
Outerlayer Buffalo SP6 or Helly Hanson Fibre Pile Jacket or Snugpak Elite
Boots Hanwag SF boots still using nearly worn out through replacing with Altbergs, Yorkshire trading cheap Wellies.
Hillwalking/ Mountaineering:
Generally Paramo system, Aspira salopettes, Torres gilet, Mountain Shirt and Aspira smock.
Woods: Buffalo shirt under an Artist Smock.
Merino baselayer, I'm not fussed on branding.
Socks: good quality wool mix, I usually look At well made branded socks, Bridgedale etc.
Gloves: I have several pairs of Hestra gloves which are fantastic but over the last couple of years I've started using French 'bin man gloves' made by Venitex. Excellent quality, very tough, good insulation and a lot cheaper than Hestra. A lot of Alpine guides and ski workers wear them and with good reason, they're bombproof and very good quality.
Boots: Scarva Delta Sl, flexible but tiff enough to take crampons. Scarva Fitzroy boots for winter climbing.
Arctic/ Scandinavia:
All of the above in varying layers, either Alico or Lowa Mountain boots depending on whether I'm using skis or not and a variety of handwear, I use Mountain Equipment Pro Tough mitts which I picked up from their factory shop in Stalybridge for £15. Or I use Dachsteins under the shell. For working I'll use either my Hestra guide gloves or my Army leather gauntlets.
For a hat, I have lots of beanies and I always have at least two Buffs.
Generally Paramo system, Aspira salopettes, Torres gilet, Mountain Shirt and Aspira smock.
Woods: Buffalo shirt under an Artist Smock.
Merino baselayer, I'm not fussed on branding.
Socks: good quality wool mix, I usually look At well made branded socks, Bridgedale etc.
Gloves: I have several pairs of Hestra gloves which are fantastic but over the last couple of years I've started using French 'bin man gloves' made by Venitex. Excellent quality, very tough, good insulation and a lot cheaper than Hestra. A lot of Alpine guides and ski workers wear them and with good reason, they're bombproof and very good quality.
Boots: Scarva Delta Sl, flexible but tiff enough to take crampons. Scarva Fitzroy boots for winter climbing.
Arctic/ Scandinavia:
All of the above in varying layers, either Alico or Lowa Mountain boots depending on whether I'm using skis or not and a variety of handwear, I use Mountain Equipment Pro Tough mitts which I picked up from their factory shop in Stalybridge for £15. Or I use Dachsteins under the shell. For working I'll use either my Hestra guide gloves or my Army leather gauntlets.
For a hat, I have lots of beanies and I always have at least two Buffs.
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Top half:
Base layer: icebreaker Oasis Long Sleeve Half Zip (http://www.cotswoldoutdoor.com/icebreaker-mens-oasis-long-sleeve-half-zip-top-a1922527?id_colour=107)
Mid layer: Mountain Hardwear Microchill Zip Top (http://www.cotswoldoutdoor.com/mountain-hardwear-mens-microchill-zip-top-a1732213?id_colour=103)
Outer layer: Rab Inferno Jacket (http://www.cotswoldoutdoor.com/rab-mens-inferno-jacket-a1212649?id_colour=108)
Rain layer: Arc’teryx Alpha SV Jacket (http://www.snowandrock.com/1/1/17030-arcteryx-mens-alpha-sv-jacket-black.html)
Bottom half:
Base layer: Icebreaker Oasis Leggings with Fly (http://www.cotswoldoutdoor.com/icebreaker-mens-oasis-leggings-with-fly-a1942322?id_colour=124)
Outer layer: Fjallraven Vidda Trousers (http://www.cotswoldoutdoor.com/fjallraven-mens-vidda-pro-trousers-a1b13115)
Rain layer: Berghaus Deluge Overtrousers (http://www.cotswoldoutdoor.com/berghaus-mens-deluge-overtrousers-a1a12080?id_colour=124)
Head: Lowe Alpine Mountain Cap (http://www.cotswoldoutdoor.com/lowe-alpine-mountain-cap-a1e12535?id_colour=133)
Hands: I haven't used any in years but am considering buying some Arc’teryx Rivet Gloves (http://www.snowandrock.com/arcteryx...outdoor-sports/fcp-product/68710?listing=true)
Feet:
Base layer: Bridgedale Merino Hiker Sock (http://www.cotswoldoutdoor.com/bridgedale-mens-merino-hiker-sock-b1612272?id_colour=90)
Outer layer: Lowa Renegade GTX Mid Boot (http://www.cotswoldoutdoor.com/lowa-mens-renegade-gtx-mid-boot-b1122360?id_colour=143)
In my tent I also have some Montane Fireball Footies which are a dirty luxury but I love 'em (http://www.ultralightoutdoorgear.co...es-c10/hut-booties-c73/fireball-footies-p4765)
It all works very well for me, most of the things pack into very small dry bags and with the pit zips on the jacket open I can be comfy in warm rain and with everything on, I can be warm in a blizzard. I generally aim for comfortably cold though and avoid sweat if I can. I'd rather be just a tiny bit cold all day but not enough to affect my mood.
Base layer: icebreaker Oasis Long Sleeve Half Zip (http://www.cotswoldoutdoor.com/icebreaker-mens-oasis-long-sleeve-half-zip-top-a1922527?id_colour=107)
Mid layer: Mountain Hardwear Microchill Zip Top (http://www.cotswoldoutdoor.com/mountain-hardwear-mens-microchill-zip-top-a1732213?id_colour=103)
Outer layer: Rab Inferno Jacket (http://www.cotswoldoutdoor.com/rab-mens-inferno-jacket-a1212649?id_colour=108)
Rain layer: Arc’teryx Alpha SV Jacket (http://www.snowandrock.com/1/1/17030-arcteryx-mens-alpha-sv-jacket-black.html)
Bottom half:
Base layer: Icebreaker Oasis Leggings with Fly (http://www.cotswoldoutdoor.com/icebreaker-mens-oasis-leggings-with-fly-a1942322?id_colour=124)
Outer layer: Fjallraven Vidda Trousers (http://www.cotswoldoutdoor.com/fjallraven-mens-vidda-pro-trousers-a1b13115)
Rain layer: Berghaus Deluge Overtrousers (http://www.cotswoldoutdoor.com/berghaus-mens-deluge-overtrousers-a1a12080?id_colour=124)
Head: Lowe Alpine Mountain Cap (http://www.cotswoldoutdoor.com/lowe-alpine-mountain-cap-a1e12535?id_colour=133)
Hands: I haven't used any in years but am considering buying some Arc’teryx Rivet Gloves (http://www.snowandrock.com/arcteryx...outdoor-sports/fcp-product/68710?listing=true)
Feet:
Base layer: Bridgedale Merino Hiker Sock (http://www.cotswoldoutdoor.com/bridgedale-mens-merino-hiker-sock-b1612272?id_colour=90)
Outer layer: Lowa Renegade GTX Mid Boot (http://www.cotswoldoutdoor.com/lowa-mens-renegade-gtx-mid-boot-b1122360?id_colour=143)
In my tent I also have some Montane Fireball Footies which are a dirty luxury but I love 'em (http://www.ultralightoutdoorgear.co...es-c10/hut-booties-c73/fireball-footies-p4765)
It all works very well for me, most of the things pack into very small dry bags and with the pit zips on the jacket open I can be comfy in warm rain and with everything on, I can be warm in a blizzard. I generally aim for comfortably cold though and avoid sweat if I can. I'd rather be just a tiny bit cold all day but not enough to affect my mood.
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One variation, there are others.
For instance, I'll be taking a lot of different kit to Ontario.
One variation, there are others.
For instance, I'll be taking a lot of different kit to Ontario.
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Base Layer Top - Odlo Revolution Warm w/ Hoodie
Base Layer Bot - HH Merino Wool Long Johns
Mid Layer Top - North Face Fleece
Mid Layer Bot - Fjallraven Vidda Pro
Outer Layer Top - North face Gore Tex Summit Series jacket or Swedish M90 parka
Outer Layer Bot - Fjallraven Forest Padded trousers
Gloves - Army Issue 95 w/ lining
Socks - Heat Holders Thermal socks
Boots - Adidas Terrex Fast R Mid GTX boots
Hat - Trekmates Thermal Beanie / Trekmates Gore Tex mountain cap
Very happy with this set up so far. Only used for UK conditions and tbf hasnt even been that cold yet, so looking forward to some proper chill in the new year to get a good indication of their effectiveness.
Base Layer Bot - HH Merino Wool Long Johns
Mid Layer Top - North Face Fleece
Mid Layer Bot - Fjallraven Vidda Pro
Outer Layer Top - North face Gore Tex Summit Series jacket or Swedish M90 parka
Outer Layer Bot - Fjallraven Forest Padded trousers
Gloves - Army Issue 95 w/ lining
Socks - Heat Holders Thermal socks
Boots - Adidas Terrex Fast R Mid GTX boots
Hat - Trekmates Thermal Beanie / Trekmates Gore Tex mountain cap
Very happy with this set up so far. Only used for UK conditions and tbf hasnt even been that cold yet, so looking forward to some proper chill in the new year to get a good indication of their effectiveness.
Currently in the heart of the southern Cairngorms, wearing for the last two days:
sealskinz socks
slaomon speedcross trainers
Altura cycling bib
merino wool top
paramo smock
It is warm and windy !
so much for the crampons, axes, duvet jackets etc we lugged up here.
Thanks be for mountain bikes.......
sealskinz socks
slaomon speedcross trainers
Altura cycling bib
merino wool top
paramo smock
It is warm and windy !
so much for the crampons, axes, duvet jackets etc we lugged up here.
Thanks be for mountain bikes.......
Wearing today in work;
Champion compression fit sports base-layer,
Long sleeved grey cotton shirt,
Waterproof fleece lined decathalon jacket outer.
Dickies brand work trousers
Issue black socks with steelies.
Its 8c up here and with that lot on i'm sweating (even with the jacket off). I'm looking forward to having a chance to break out the proper cold weather clothing later in the year, picked up a few merino baselayers from TK Maxx the other day, but they would be far too warm at the moment.
Tonyuk
Champion compression fit sports base-layer,
Long sleeved grey cotton shirt,
Waterproof fleece lined decathalon jacket outer.
Dickies brand work trousers
Issue black socks with steelies.
Its 8c up here and with that lot on i'm sweating (even with the jacket off). I'm looking forward to having a chance to break out the proper cold weather clothing later in the year, picked up a few merino baselayers from TK Maxx the other day, but they would be far too warm at the moment.
Tonyuk
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