Hiking Shirts,Tops & Base Layers
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What is thermal underwear and do you really need it?
By Julia Clarke last updated
What is thermal underwear? We respond to all your questions about this winter essential, from what to look for and how to wear it to stay toasty and dry

Smartwool Women's Active Ultralite High Neck Tank review: stay fresh and dry all day
By Julia Clarke published
With a relaxed fit and the magic of merino, you can stay cool and dry on the hottest of runs and hikes

The North Face Trailjammer T-shirt review: optimal airflow while you're working up a sweat
By Julia Clarke published
A technical tee designed to keep you cool on the trail, in the saddle and at the crag

Jack Wolfskin Seamless Wool Long Sleeve review: a light yet warm base layer you'll forget you're even wearing
By Julia Clarke published
This merino wool blend layer is one of the lightest we've tested on the mountain

The best base layers: the foundation of your hiking garb
By Pat Kinsella last updated
The best base layers, from merino and bamboo to synthetic and hybrid tops, to keep you warm on your adventures – tested by experts

Inov-8 Graphic T-Shirt review: feels great, especially for the price
By Pat Kinsella published
Beautifully cool and comfortable, the Inov-8 Graphic T-Shirt is a hardwearing hiking top for dry days on the trails and at the crag

The best hiking shirts: choose one of these great fitting active tops with bags of technical clout
By Dan Hobson last updated
We've found the best hiking shirts with moisture-wicking, breathable, insulating super powers, to keep you comfortable when you're out on the trails

Smartwool Men's Classic All-Season Merino Base Layer Long Sleeve review: pricey but worth it
By Pat Kinsella published
A luxuriously comfortable year-round-useful merino base layer

Smartwool Men’s Active Mesh Short Sleeve T-shirt review: you get what you pay for, and you pay a lot
By Pat Kinsella published
The super-comfortable, high-stretch Smartwool Men’s Active Mesh Short Sleeve T-shirt boasts mesh vents and environmentally friendly materials

Saxx Roast Master Mid-Weight Long Sleeve base layer review: the cozy warmth of recycled fibers
By Pat Kinsella published
A super-comfortable base layer, the Saxx Roast Master Mid-Weight is made from a mix of recycled plastic and wood fibers, which offers decent thermal protection
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