Base layer - Appalachian Trail

imported
#1
									Should the base layer of polypropylene be skin tight or is it  just as effective if worn a little loose.?

									_Custer_
#2
									If your shirt is a little loose,you'll be fine.Your mid layer will hold your base layer down.Tighter fitting will always keep a more uniform dead air space and will wick a little faster,but I would not get rid of a shirt that is a little loose.





									_kneepaw_
#3
									I'm in the process of replacing most of my base layers with Merino wool.  Doesn't take up or hold odors like the synthetics do.

:tongue

									_Lady Di_
#4
									I'm a fan of UnderArmour and used a "compressed" (skin tight) Winter base layer on my thru-hike.  Even though very effective, I found it a bit restrictive (uncomfortable) after hiking in it all day.  I've since gone to a "fitted" (looser fitting) Winter base layer and found it just as effective and more comfortable after long wear.  For warmer weather I prefer the looser fitting. For me it's a matter of comfort during 10 hours of hiking. 

									_COB_
#5
									Merino wool is a little more confortable than polypro. but is heavier and takes longer to dry out.  I have found using wind gear instead of long underware during a traditional 3 season thru hike to be lighter and a bit more versitaile.  :pimp 

									_stealthblew_