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What to Wear? Layering Guide for Winter Hiking and Adventuring

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Overdressing in the winter has led to some of the worst chills in my life. When I wait too long to take off my down jacket, I inevitably sweat through my base layer, and then struggle with a damp layer next to my skin the whole rest of the day. In this article, I share the clothing I wear and the layering system I use for a variety of different conditions during the winter months — figured out, in large part, through trial and error. It’s organized by temperature range, with some tips for precipitation as well as especially cold adventures. It’s important to note, these suggestions are dependent on individual activities. If you’re doing a high-output activity, like trail running, you may be able to go up a temperature category. Conversely, a leisurely activity, like a meandering snowshoe, may
Overdressing in the winter has led to some of the worst chills in my life. When I wait too long to take off my down