5 TO CHOOSE FROM...
Highlander Bamboo Base Layer T-Shirt £25
In addition to being highly wicking and tough, bamboo also has a pleasantly soft feel, making this t-shirt extremely comfortable for long, warm days on the hill. It has a close, athletic fit for maximum performance when you’re working up a sweat.
Material 95% bamboo, 5% elastane
Zerofit Cold Skin Baselayer £40
Developed for heat and humidity, the Cold Skin tech absorbs heat and spreads it over the body, dispersing sweat rapidly and creating a cooling effect. V-neck or mockneck options, both with UPF50+ sun protection.
Material 77% nylon, 23% polyurethane (body); 82% polyester, 18% polyurethane (collar/ sleeve)
Rab Sonic LS Zip £45
This long-sleeved base layer features a zip neck, making it easy to adjust the venting depending on the temperature, along with being able to pull up the sleeves. The synthetic fabric is superbly wicking and has an antibacterial treatment for odour resistance.
Material 100% polyester
Montane PRIMINO 140 Long Sleeve T-Shirt £60
By blending the remarkable properties of merino wool and Primaloft yarns, this base layer offers the best of both worlds. The naturally odour-resistant merino wool draws sweat away from the body, while the wicking Primaloft fibres ensure it is fast drying.
Material 50% merino wool, 50% polyester
Woolpower Crewneck 200 £82
Woolpower is the master of merino and specialises in base layers. The circular knit fabric has no vertical seams for improved comfort. Internal terry loops provide excellent insulating and wicking properties, and its longer back and knitted cuffs help retain warmth.
Material 60% merino wool, 25% polyester, 13% polyamide, 2% elastane