Check out our reviews of man's base layers under £40
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Country walking magazine
Gear news
24 March 2009 16:23
Want a great base-layer but don't want to pay the earth?
Our tech experts compare the market for base layer tops under £40.
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THE NORTH FACE SEAMLESS LONG-SLEEVED ZIP-NECK 2009 £40.00
The polyester/elastane fabric is wonderfully stretchy so it doesn’t feel at all restrictive, making it about perfect for performance if a little figure-hugging for casual wear. This top worked... Click here to see Country walking's full review and star rating
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HELLY HANSEN ICE CREW
£40.00
Merino/polypropylene fabric is good and the crew-neck is comfortable and stylish, but it lacks the versatility of zip-neck rivals. It performed well, though, wicking... Click here to see Country walking's full review and star rating
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PATAGONIA CAPILENE 2 ZIP
£32.00
The lightweight fabric, made from 54% recycled polyester, is soft and stretchy. Works best as a base-layer rather than on its own. Wicks well, and... Click here to see Country walking's full review and star rating
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TECHNICALS MEN’S BASE-LAYER £25.00
A close-fitting top cut from a lovely soft, stretchy, lightweight fabric. As a base-layer it performed impeccably, offering useful insulation and superb... Click here to see Country walking's full review and star rating
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KEELA ADS LONG-SLEEVED £20.00
Not the softest fabric, but it stretched easily enough to allow unrestricted movement. The seams were more noticeable than most. The Ads felt dry... Click here to see Country walking's full review and star rating
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REGATTA X-ERT PERFORMANCE BASE ZIP-NECK
£16.00
The fabric is soft and has enough stretch to make movement easy. Lovely snug collar, too. As a base-layer it feels soft and warm and copes... Click here to see Country walking's full review and star rating
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LOWE ALPINE LIGHTWEIGHT DRYFLO ZIP-NECK
£30.00
The Dryflo fabric is wonderfully soft and stretchy, making it a real pleasure to wear. With a high neck, which provided plenty of warmth, and a deep zip to help cool down, the Dryflo proved very... Click here to see Country walking's full review and star rating
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PARAMO CAMBIA ZIP-NECK £35.00
Good length sleeves and hem, and the double-sided fabric feels soft and has plenty of give in it. Cuffs are a bit baggy, though. A reversible top with one side providing more warmth and the other better... Click here to see Country walking's full review and star rating
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ICEBREAKER ATLAS HALF-ZIP £40.00
The midweight merino wool feels soft and comfortable against the skin and offers plenty of stretch for easy movement. Collar feels snug, warm and very cosy. However, while the body is ideal for moisture management and warmth... Click here to see Country walking's full review and star rating |
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