Base layer pants – also known as long underwear, thermal underwear, leggings, and long johns – are an apparel item favored by construction workers when working jobs in cold temperatures. The pants are ...

"Very light and great for backpacking or other activities." ...

Joe Jackson, Outside online's Gear Guy, never thought that the ten years he spent as a raft guide, outdoor retail employee, and vagabond would turn into a career. Base layers are damned important.

A couple of weeks ago, I showed up in dusty pink Kari Traa thermals for a ski date with outdoor writer Stacy Gold and laughed as we tried to explain their appeal to her perplexed 70-year-old neighbor, ...

Smartwool established a reputation for its high-performance merino wool base layers — offering unbeatable warmth, breathability, and moisture-wicking properties. The brand has since built on the ...

"Very comfortable and has great temperature regulation." ...

Every item on this page was chosen by a Town & Country editor. We may earn commission on some of the items you choose to buy. Building that ski outfit begins, of course, with the base layer. You want ...

Warm, stretchy, durable, and under 50 bucks? Yes, these REI base layers deliver all of that and more. As soon as colder weather hits, base layers are essential. And as much as we love fancy wool ...

The cool days of winter are coming, which means it’s time to get ready to layer for your favorite outdoor activities. The best place to start with layering your clothes is with a high-quality base ...