Cool Base Layers

[DC]

http://https://www.decathlon.co.uk/browse/c0-shop-in-shop/c1-keepdry-base-layers/_/N-1j7u0wv

strangely enough I called into the Liverpool Decathlon store yesterday while I was heading to the Eurovision village. some nice base layers and at a great price too

 

[GS2022]

You’ve mentioned that you wear leather trousers, they might be supple and comfortable to wear but I can’t see them being breathable in same way as say pair of riding jeans would.

Leathers vary considerably. My perforated kangaroo leathers – superb in spring and summer – are light, breathable and even comfier than my single-layer jeans. I reach for the ‘roo at the first ray of sunshine.

In contrast, my BMW Atlantis leathers are neither ventilated nor the nicest in the heat. But they’re brilliant when it’s cool or wet.

 

[adm1]

Try Klim Aggressor "CoolCore" base layers. They do long and short tops and bottoms. Motolegends stock them.

I also use the Mountain Warhorse "IsoCool" tops and they are very good. And cheap.

 

[casbar]

Another pro skins user. Wear them all the time and they control temp very well. BSB riders were using them a few years ago.

 

[steve hughes]

Merino wool, it’s for a reason…

Thanks for that , I use merino wool for cycling base layers and wondered how it worked.

 

[GS2022]

Resurrection! Has anyone tried the RST CoolMax stuff or ZeroFit Ice Weave base layers?

Also, Under Armour launched Iso-Chill base layers and clothing—though I’m unsure how well they’d fit under leathers.

 

[RedRick Esq.]

For summer / hot weather i use a pair of Rab Merino/ bamboo blend and they are just the job

 

[the woodster]

Zerofit have a new product called 'Cold Skin'.

Cold Skin Baselayer

Cold Skin Baselayer Marking a ground-breaking moment in the history of performance apparel, the new Cold Skin Baselayer that has been independently tested and proven to be three times colder than a standard competitor product. Designed for the height of the warm summer months, the new Zerofit...

zerofit.co.uk

 

[wessie]

Mountain Warehouse have 20% off at the moment. Isocool shirts for £8 after the discount are good value https://www.mountainwarehouse.com/endurance-mens-t-shirt-p12580.aspx/black/
Code: May20

 

[theoneandonly]

What were you wearing on top of the base layers to prevent them from breathing properly?

this ^^^^^^

merino works both ways

Merino II Mens Pants With Fly | Mountain Warehouse GB

www.mountainwarehouse.com

watch the content of wool , some has only 10%
i normally buy when they have a sale , have a hunt around .

 

[GS2022]

While I love merino base layers wear them most of the year, I find them too warm for very hot weather

 

[DJ123]

While I love merino base layers wear them most of the year, I find them too warm for very hot weather

It depends on the thickness/weight. there are various options to ensure you have the right ones for the right season.

 

[wessie]

watch the content of wool , some has only 10%
i normally buy when they have a sale , have a hunt around .

I find those with 15% polyester wear better

pure merino seems to cling more to velcro on knee & Hip pockets and then unpick to leave a hole

 

[GS2022]

It depends on the thickness/weight. there are various options to ensure you have the right ones for the right season.

I have some ultra-lightweight merino with an open mesh structure. But even they are too warm for the hottest days in the saddle.

 

[GS2022]

Zerofit have a new product called 'Cold Skin'.

Cold Skin Baselayer

Cold Skin Baselayer Marking a ground-breaking moment in the history of performance apparel, the new Cold Skin Baselayer that has been independently tested and proven to be three times colder than a standard competitor product. Designed for the height of the warm summer months, the new Zerofit...

zerofit.co.uk

Thanks. I may try their latest tech to feel if it lives up to the hype.