Cold Weather System- Layer 2

By don bowie Ranked #19 - Men's Performance Shirts - Short Sleeve March 27, 2009

On the 2008-9 Broad Peak Winter expedition I used the Icebreaker GT 220 as a second layer over the Icebreaker Bodyfit 150 Atlas top. This was the first time I tried merino wool instead of my usual polypro base layer and fleece system. In short, I was impressed. Even after a good sweat-session in high winds and low temps, the wool seemed to maintain its warmth better than fleece/polypro combo- even though it is a bit heavier. As a second layer, the GT fit well with its athletic cut, but I think it's a little loose for a base layer. I used my non-hooded version more often than the hooded one, as too many hooded layers can bunch up behind the neck. The GT is my now my personal standard for cold weather second layer.

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