How to Layer Outdoor Clothing
Please note that this guide is focused on the generalisation of layering regardless of the season and weather conditions. Clothing is designed to protect the body from the elements and maintain comfort and func...
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5.11 Daybreaker Sunglasses
5.11 Tactical is well known for developing branded tactical clothing and accessories which include backpacks and plate carriers. It’s become a statement to have the 5.11 logo branding on clothing for both urban and tactical uses. Good branding is normally gained from quality product design and performance which definitely has been proven over the past few years. Amongst all the branded clothing and accessories are the 5.11 Daybreaker Sunglasses with a classic design and subtle but visible branding.
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BE-X FronTier One Hard Shell Trousers
One of these many products is the BE-X FronTier One Hardshell Trousers which is designed for military and civilian use in all season use. The trousers are part of a combination of products which use the same technologies and are designed to be used together.
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BE-X FronTier One Hard Shell Jacket
The hard shell jacket is only available in Alpha Green and uses a very high quality laminate to address both the requirements of water resistance and breathability. Unlike most general laminates, the laminate used by BE-X is more breathable and provides good heat insulation without creating sweat build up on the body.
How To Choose Gloves
Gloves are basically socks for the hands. Although this is not necessarily wrong, it is a bit more involved as the hands require dexterity and protection from physical interaction with outdoor elements (yes it’s obvious). It is very important for the right size of gloves to be used at their full potential dexterity.
How To Choose Headwear
Headwear is a very useful item of clothing that helps protect the head and face from the cold, rain and is also for UV protection against prolonged exposure to the sun. Many mid layer and outer layer jackets al...
How To Choose Footwear
Shoes generally need to be very durable and comfortable regardless of the activity. Some shoes are available in somewhat waterproof form, but it’s better to invest in overshoes if not expecting to get wet as they can be slipped on and off much like clothes. In cases where the climate is mostly wet or snow, it is worth getting specific footwear for those environments as overshoes would only work in temporary scenarios.
How To Choose Outer Layer Clothing
The outer layer is the most familiar layer for both the amateur and the most outdoor savvy of enthusiasts. Otherwise known as the protective layer against the elements (snow, rain, wind, mud), the outer layer comprises of a mixture of different types of clothes which are focused on providing a balance between breathability and protection.
How To Choose Mid Layer Clothing
Mid layers are focused on heat insulation and breathability for function and is most commonly known as a soft shell or fleece (although not limited to these types of clothes). In a way, you can consider the mid layer to be similar to the base layer, however it does not need to be as comfortable as it doesn’t touch the skin as much.
How To Choose Base Layer Clothing
The base layer is the first item of clothing that should be considered for comfort and function. The comfort is to ensure that the clothing does not irritate the skin for a long period of time. The function is to move moisture away from the body and ensure that humidity does not irritate the skin as well.