base layers 2011-2012 - Snowboarding Forum

snowman123456 · 12-23-2011, 11:10 PM

Who do you think makes the best base layers for 2012?

Last year was my first time snowboarding so I bought some Burton base layers. *Burton is a pretty safe default for newbies since most Burton merchandise is reasonable quality at worst.

I don't remember the model name of the Burton base layers I purchased. The warmth was good but the fit and feel seemed low tech.

This year I bought some Patagonia Capilene base layers. I have to say the Patagonia base layers seem really high tech and awesome. I'll post a followup review after I actually snowboard in them. Base layers are really Patagonia's specialty and they've been specializing in them for decades.

So which base layer make/models are you a fan of?

Snownad · 12-24-2011, 01:37 AM

Love my under armor cold gear mock turtle. That plus a shell is all I need to get me through Southwest Winters. In fact it's often too hot and I end up with just a T and shell.

MistahTaki · 12-24-2011, 02:29 AM

I recently got an airblaster ninja suit and rode in it for the first time. I wasn't too amused by it. The torso is oddly long and fits akwardly. (Maybe its just me). Kept me warm though. I might just have to get more days in with it before it gets comfortable.

NWBoarder · 12-24-2011, 11:42 AM

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Originally Posted by MistahTaki

I recently got an airblaster ninja suit and rode in it for the first time. I wasn't too amused by it. The torso is oddly long and fits akwardly. (Maybe its just me). Kept me warm though. I might just have to get more days in with it before it gets comfortable.

I just recently got one of the Ninja Suits as well. I haven't ridden in it yet, but I put it on the other night to go walk the dog in the 20 degree weather and I was roasty toasty.

This thing should be great for riding. Oh, and maybe you just need a different size, cause the one I got fits great.

Extremo · 12-24-2011, 02:45 PM

Patagonia makes some good shit. I find that of all the baselayers I've used in the past the cheapo Paradox baselayer I found in a liquidation outlet is the best (compared to my Sessions, Dakine, and Bakoda). But it's all about layering, and for warmth I make sure I have quality mid-layer fleece.

Planespotting · 12-24-2011, 03:14 PM

Merino wool all the way. Best base layer period. I tend to buy from Icebreaker. I'll use 250 or 320 weight in the winter and 150 in the summer under my leather motorcycle jacket.

KIRKRIDER · 12-24-2011, 04:44 PM

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Originally Posted by Planespotting

Merino wool all the way. Best base layer period. I tend to buy from Icebreaker. I'll use 250 or 320 weight in the winter and 150 in the summer under my leather motorcycle jacket.

Merino is way $$...Great for sure.
Patagonia works perfectly. 3 years and counting, I use them for climbing too..or just cold days.

oskar · 12-24-2011, 05:12 PM

If money is no object then ->

Men's Base Layer, winter outerwear for men, outdoor gear & clothing

All I would ever use, top quality products.

Planespotting · 12-24-2011, 06:17 PM

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Originally Posted by oskar

If money is no object then ->

Men's Base Layer, winter outerwear for men, outdoor gear & clothing

All I would ever use, top quality products.

I've always been curious about 66 North but no dealers anywhere I've been. Really want to see them/try 'em on first.

A Nearby Tree · 12-24-2011, 08:03 PM

I love my evo under armour. By far the warmest most comfortable thing I've worn.

12-23-2011, 11:10 PM	#1 (permalink)
snowman123456 Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Posts: 176	base layers 2011-2012 Who do you think makes the best base layers for 2012? Last year was my first time snowboarding so I bought some Burton base layers. *Burton is a pretty safe default for newbies since most Burton merchandise is reasonable quality at worst. I don't remember the model name of the Burton base layers I purchased. The warmth was good but the fit and feel seemed low tech. This year I bought some Patagonia Capilene base layers. I have to say the Patagonia base layers seem really high tech and awesome. I'll post a followup review after I actually snowboard in them. Base layers are really Patagonia's specialty and they've been specializing in them for decades. So which base layer make/models are you a fan of?

12-24-2011, 05:12 PM	#8 (permalink)
oskar Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Reykjavik Posts: 87	If money is no object then -> Men's Base Layer, winter outerwear for men, outdoor gear & clothing All I would ever use, top quality products. Last edited by oskar; 12-24-2011 at 05:18 PM.

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12-24-2011, 01:37 AM	#2 (permalink)
Snownad Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2011 Posts: 189	Love my under armor cold gear mock turtle. That plus a shell is all I need to get me through Southwest Winters. In fact it's often too hot and I end up with just a T and shell.

12-24-2011, 02:29 AM	#3 (permalink)
MistahTaki Veteran Member Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: New Mexico Posts: 1,362	I recently got an airblaster ninja suit and rode in it for the first time. I wasn't too amused by it. The torso is oddly long and fits akwardly. (Maybe its just me). Kept me warm though. I might just have to get more days in with it before it gets comfortable.

12-24-2011, 02:45 PM	#5 (permalink)
Extremo -LIFETIME MEMBER- Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: NH Posts: 3,112	Patagonia makes some good shit. I find that of all the baselayers I've used in the past the cheapo Paradox baselayer I found in a liquidation outlet is the best (compared to my Sessions, Dakine, and Bakoda). But it's all about layering, and for warmth I make sure I have quality mid-layer fleece.

12-24-2011, 03:14 PM	#6 (permalink)
Planespotting Junior Member Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: Boyne, MI Posts: 8	Merino wool all the way. Best base layer period. I tend to buy from Icebreaker. I'll use 250 or 320 weight in the winter and 150 in the summer under my leather motorcycle jacket.

12-24-2011, 08:03 PM	#10 (permalink)
A Nearby Tree Junior Member Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: IceCoast Posts: 9	I love my evo under armour. By far the warmest most comfortable thing I've worn.