The Art of Layering
By choosing the right combination of layers to suit your needs you’ll be able to pack less, perform better and go further.
Combining the right garments and materials in layers with different functions will make your outdoor adventures much warmer, drier and more enjoyable. Whether you're bike commuting to work in unpredictable spring weather or ice climbing in the freezing cold, a good layering system is invaluable. We'll help you master the basics of the art of layering.
It all starts with the base layer
The idea of a great base layer is to wick moisture away from your body to keep you warm and dry. All our base layers are warm, super-soft and made entirely from technical natural materials like Merino wool and Tencel Lyocell. The base layer helps regulate your body temperature, has natural antibacterial properties and keeps you warm even when it gets damp.
Merino Wool
Available Sizes True Black:
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Light and soft 100% merino wool base layer with high collar and half zip that will keep you warm and comfy all year around. Perfect for high pulse activities like running, hiking, climbing or ski touring when you need warmth but want to avoid overheating.
$ 125.00
Merino Wool
Available Sizes True Black:
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Light and soft 100% merino wool base layer with high collar and half zip that will keep you warm and comfy all year around. Perfect for high pulse activities like running, hiking, climbing or ski touring when you need warmth but want to avoid overheating.
$ 125.00
Merino Wool
Available Sizes Blue Illusion:
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Light and soft women's base layer tights in 100% merino wool that will keep you warm and comfy all year around. Perfect for high pulse activities like running, hiking or ski touring when you need warmth but want to avoid overheating.
$ 115.00
Merino Wool
Available Sizes Blue Illusion:
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Light and soft men's base layer tights in 100% merino wool that will keep you warm and comfy all year around. Perfect for high pulse activities like running, hiking or ski touring when you need warmth but want to avoid overheating.
$ 115.00
Add warmth with a midlayer
The primary purpose of a midlayer is to provide heat, regardless of what you’re doing or how the weather turns out. Since the start 30 years ago we have specialized in warm, functional and smart mid layers that will enhance the experience of every adventure.
Available Sizes True Black:
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Smooth, warm and stretchy fleece jacket with over 20 years on the market. Exceptional performance and durability, made with Polartec® Power Stretch® Pro™.
$ 240.00
New Color
Available Sizes A Touch Of Gray:
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Smooth, warm and stretchy fleece jacket with over 20 years on the market. Exceptional performance and durability, made with Polartec® Power Stretch® Pro™.
$ 240.00
New Fit
Available Sizes True Black:
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Highly versatile, relaxed fit technical mid-layer jacket made with Polartec® Power Stretch® Pro. Exceptional comfort and durability for every outdoor adventure.
$ 250.00
New Fit
Available Sizes Greenish Gold:
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Highly versatile, relaxed fit technical mid-layer jacket made with Polartec® Power Stretch® Pro. Exceptional comfort and durability for every outdoor adventure.
$ 250.00
Find a shell layer for your needs
The outer shell layer should protect you from all kinds of weather — wind, water, snow and dirt. Our selection of shells range from softshells and light running jackets to fully waterproof rain jackets, skiing and mountaineering shells and winter coats that will protect you from any blizzard or downpour. All our shells are 100% PFAS-free.
New Color
Available Sizes Dusk Purple:
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Fully featured women's freeride and ski touring shell jacket. Waterproof and breathable with all the smart details and functionality that you need for long days on the mountain. Made in circular performance fabrics and completely free from PFAS.
$ 700.00
New Color
Available Sizes Sandstorm:
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Fully featured men's freeride and ski touring shell jacket. Waterproof and breathable with all the smart details and functionality that you need for long days on the mountain. Made in circular performance fabrics and completely free from PFAS.
$ 700.00
New Color
Available Sizes True Black:
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Freeride and ski touring women’s shell pants with bib and suspenders. Waterproof and breathable with all the smart details and functionality that you need for long days on the mountain. Made in circular performance fabrics and completely free from PFAS.
$ 650.00
New Color
Available Sizes Greenish Gold:
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XXL
Freeride and ski touring men’s shell pants with bib and suspenders. Waterproof and breathable with all the smart details and functionality that you need for long days on the mountain. Made in circular performance fabrics and completely free from PFAS.
$ 650.00
Spot insulation
Smart warmth where you need it the most. Build from the inside or on top of your outer layer. This category of garments is often overlooked when talking about layering systems, but don’t underestimate the difference it can make.
New
Available Sizes True Black:
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Light, lofty women's insulation shorts padded with Primaloft®. Over-the-knee fit and full side zippers, designed to be worn over or underneath shell pants.
$ 265.00
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Available Sizes True Black:
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Slight, lofty men's insulation shorts padded with Primaloft®. Over-the-knee fit and full side zippers, designed to be worn over or underneath shell pants.
$ 265.00
New Color
Available Sizes Greenish Gold:
One Size
Light and warm unisex insulation skirt. Stay warm in this wraparound onesize insulation garment made in tough Switch Woven and padded with Primaloft Black.
$ 180.00
New Color
Available Sizes A Touch Of Gray:
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Stay warm in chilly weather with this versatile unisex insulation skirt. Sleepwalker is light as a feather and padded with warm, breathable Primaloft® Black Eco.
$ 180.00
Never underestimate accessories
Smart accessories can be the difference between turning back and powering on. Always bring some extra warmth, sun protection and shelter from the wind.
New
Available Sizes Foggy Mountain:
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Next generation technical knitted insulation. Neck Gaiter featuring a seamless, airy knit construction providing exceptional breathability and comfort.
$ 60.00
New
Available Sizes True Black:
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Next generation technical knitted insulation. Balaclava featuring a seamless, airy knit construction providing exceptional breathability and comfort.
$ 90.00
Available Sizes True Black:
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Warm, lightweight mittens padded with Primaloft. Perfect for outdoor sports like skiing or just to stay warm in your everyday life.
$ 65.00
Merino Wool
Available Sizes True Black:
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Light gloves in a soft and warm merino wool and Tencel blend. Can be used as glove liners or alone as a light wool glove.
$ 45.00
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