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 ...

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, ...

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.

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 ...

If you know what to look for, the best base layers for cold weather will keep you warm, dry, and comfortable in even the most frigid temperatures. Before you buy, the first thing to consider is which ...

If you don’t already ski in three-quarter-length (a.k.a. boot cut) base-layer bottoms, I highly recommend it. Your ski socks and leggings shouldn’t overlap on your calves beneath your ski pants or, ...