Baselayer Reviews
Good baselayers are not only essential for backpacking excursions, they are just as practical for a run in the park or an outdoor market trip. Backpacker tests a wide range of styles and fabrics to find out which baselayers perform best in different active and everyday life situations. We check for comfort, durability, moisture wicking, and other vital performance features.
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From a precision-engineered jacket with a built-in mask to a titanium fire pit to a rollicking adventure book, our writers pick their favorite backpacking gifts of the year.
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Gear of the Week: Smartwool Intraknit Merino 200 Baselayers
Unique design makes these layers extra-breathable.
Marmot Lightweight Kestrel/Lana Crew
Best value baselayer from the Fall/Winter 2018 Gear Guide.
Columbia Titanium Omni-Heat 3D Knit Crew & Tight
Warmest baselayer from the Fall/Winter 2018 Gear Guide.
Ortovox 120 Merino Competition Ls Crew
Best wicking baselayer from the Fall/Winter 2018 Gear Guide.