How to Buy Thermal Underwear
What you put against your skin has a lot to do with your comfort and safety in the wilderness. Buy wisely.
- Difficulty:
- Moderately Easy
Instructions
Things You'll Need
- Thermal Underwear
- Waterproof Hats
- Waterproof Hiking Boots
- Waterproof Jackets
- Waterproof Pants
- Waterproof Gloves
- Waterproof jackets
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Determine what thickness or "weight" to buy, depending on conditions and activity: the colder the temperature and the less activity you'll be engaged in, the thicker the underwear.
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Look for "wicking" underwear - material that spreads out moisture and dries quickly.
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Ask about odor retention. Older materials such as polypropylene tend to get stinky; several newer materials hardly retain any odor.
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Find materials that are easy to care for - that is, those that are machine-washable and, preferably, machine-dryable.
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Tips & Warnings
Spend generously. You'll thank yourself the night after that cold front that wasn't in the forecast sweeps through. Plus, a quality piece of thermal underwear will last for years.
Avoid cotton at all costs. It's a terrible insulator when wet.
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Comments
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MAD
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I want to thermal models.
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natashapatel83
May 25, 2010
I like to wear thermals and I have bought many differnet brands over the years. I find that the thermals with 50% viscose and 50% polyester is the best material composition. In terms of price and warmth. -
Nov 22, 2005
Be aware that neoprene thermals can give some people a rash. Make sure your thermals are tight but breathable and comfortable. You should be able to move in any direction easily.
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Nov 22, 2005
I bought some thermals which are 50% Viscose and 50% Polyester. I highly recommend the material ratio, they are light weight and absorbent, but very warm (and yes, go for a tight fit). I found the review in WHICH magazine. And I found a site on the net that sells them very cheap. Definitely worth it.
