What are some good warm base layers for hunting? I'm very cold natured and tend to get uncomfortably cold even in just cool weather.

Under Armour 2.0 works good for me.

those old down long johns are as good as you are gonna get just not good for wet though

i use minus 33 heavy weight top and bottoms, i really like them.

First Lite merino wool ....Light weight wicking layer next to skin when its cool add heavy weight layer when cold end of story great stuff, expensive yes worth every penny buy once cry once thing.

One can but the SAME material as Under Armor wear for 1/2 the price - just shop around.

TIP - When buying the top, but the tall size, even if not too tall ... you’ll thank me later.

Here’s some prices on the military ECWS extreme cold weather system gear: https://www.armysurplusworld.com/clothing/outerwear-cold-weather/thermal- underwear

One can but the SAME material as Under Armor wear for 1/2 the price - just shop around.

TIP - When buying the top, but the tall size, even if not too tall ... you’ll thank me later.

Here’s some prices on the military ECWS extreme cold weather system gear: https://www.armysurplusworld.com/clothing/outerwear-cold-weather/thermal- underwear

I like taking an old thermal top and cutting the sleeves off. Use this as a light 'under-vest' for added core warmth without bulking up at the sleeves.

I like both mid-weight and 'polar' or 'excursion' weight thermal layers for versatility.

I like my First Lite also but the best thermals I have for warmth are Thermax. Don't be afraid to put on multiple layers.

I have both First Lite and Minus 33 Merino wool. I really like the guys at Minus 33.

I have the Merino wool in different weights. This allows me to go light to heavy or add multiple layers depending on the conditions.

I also have a vest from Volt and several of my customers use either of two different vest or the base layer shirt to add warmth with out too many layers . . .

Also, use the Merino wool caps and socks from Minus 33.

I have some boot blankets I use over my boots and if needed can throw in a handwarmer into them if I need too.

Michael

I like merino next to skin but under armour cold gear works well and is almost as comfortable. Next later I like a grid fleece hoodie (patagonia R1, Sitka core heavyweight, First Lite Klamath, ASAT highwood). If I still need insulation under my outer layer I use a synthetic puffy jacket. I'm in West Central MN, for reference.

base layer wool power the best and minus 33 deg. all my layers are wool

I like and use the mid weight base layers from King's camo. It works great when chasing mules in minus 17 degrees without the bulk. If that's not warm enough, I can put on a set of compression bottoms and tops under it without adding bulk or lots of weight.

Light weight polypropylene, LL Bean wool shirt, Military sleep shirt(UA style), Asbell wool Pathfinder.

Just hit a local mountain equipment shop. That is their bread and butter.

DDave

First Lite Merino wool is really good. They have deep zippers on the chest so you can "regulate" your heat as well.

Depending on how cold it is as Andy Man said good old fashioned Goose Down or Thinsulate over a thin wicking layer is awfully hard to beat.

Shop around for deals on merino wool. Try Midway USA, Camofire, Sierra trading post and Black Ovis. Expensive even on sale, but well worth the money. Different weights to layer with.

First Lite is the best IMO, but any 100% merino is gonna be good stuff.

"Just hit a local mountain equipment shop. That is their bread and butter." True. Mountain sports gear offers a whole lot of options for layering. I like a thin turtleneck style synthetic (at the moment, Hot Chili's) and then wool as needed on top of that. Often topped off with a lined Carhart vest. The thinner base layer offers very good breathability, and being smooth lets the next layer slide over it freely. In very cold weather, I will sometimes go with an "expedition weight" base - these I prefer with a 1/4 zip neck. Heavy weight base with a really good wool sweater over it is good 'n warm, and minimal bulk. Some sort of light wind shell over the wool, under the vest, when called for.

I now use a great base layer made by cold pruf. These are 2 layer. 100% poly inner layer 70% poly 30% wool outer layer. The inner poly layer is a t shirt like poly, soft not that cold shiny type. Best thing is the price, $15 for shirt and $15 for pants. Look up Cold Pruf Platinum

omni wool from Sams club at Ryan Rothaar recommendation. I also have kuiu merino and peleton thats great.

I like Columbia Omni-Heat under some kind of wool. The Omni-Heat is very lightweight and works by itself unless it really gets way on down. But, noting else works like wool. If it's so cold that I need more than that I'm stayin' home!!! I did get a pair of really thin Sitka Gear gloves that I figured might be okay if it wasn't too cold, and in the 30's they about cooked my hands...I am surprised for as thin as they are.

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