Finding the right base layers

Tips for finding the right base layer

What's on your agenda? - Hot Chillys are made to handle a wide range of temperatures and our tech is built to withstand different levels of moisture and activity without skipping a beat.

What are you getting into? - Sporty type? More action (try a body fit) means you'll need less warmth from your base layer. Laid back? Chiller vibes and less movement may require warmer layers.

How chilly do you get? - Whether you're the one huddling by the fire fully bundled (try Warmth 10) or the bold spirit sporting shorts when it's 40 (try Warmth 7), it's good to know your cold tolerance.

What's your comfort fit? - Do you like a snug body fit that moves with you, or maybe a chillaxed relaxed fit is your thing. Either way, we've got your back... and the rest of you!

What is gsm? - GSM, or grams per square meter, is the weight, in grams of a meter of material. A typical thought is that the more a material weighs, the warmer it will be. This is partially true, a heavier fleece will feel warmer than it's lighter cousin since it has more room to trap warm air.

If you think about it in extremes, a pound of feathers would keep your warmer than a pound of rocks.

Your garment is keeping you warm by keeping warm air near your body and by wicking moisture away from your skin, not only by weighing more on a scale.

In fact, you will feel warmer in our Bi-Ply, since it has two layers of material that trap warm air, than in our Pepper Skins, which is heavier by weight.

100% Polyester Fleece

La Montana features:

  • Micro-denier polyester fibers for lighter weight, luxurious drape, breathability, warmth without added bulk, strength and durability
  • MTF polyester moisture transfer fibers for increased moisture management
  • Micro-Elite Chamois panels with Bio-Silver® for freshness
  • Micro-Elite Chamois panels provide an active fit design with freedom of movement
  • UPF 40 +
  • Active Fit
  • 200 gsm
  • In Adult and Youth Sizing
90% Nylon, 10% Spandex

Micro-Elite XT features:

  • Durable outer with soft, brushed fleece backing
  • 4-way stretch fabric for a next to skin body fit
  • MTF nylon moisture transfer fiber for increased moisture management
  • Highly breathable knit
  • Smooth face for easy layering
  • Wind resistant
  • UPF 40 +
  • Active Fit
  • 260 gsm
  • In Adult Sizing
89% Polyester, 11% Spandex

Micro-Elite Chamois features:

  • Intimate blend of enhanced polyester and spandex fibers
  • Moisture Transfer Fibers to move moisture away from the skin
  • 4-way stretch for unlimited movement
  • UPF 30 +
  • Body Fit
  • 265 gsm
  • In Adult and Youth Sizing
69% Nylon, 25% Polyester, 6% Spandex

3D Knit features:

  • MTF polyester with Silvadur antimicrobial yarns
  • Soft, comfortable, body conforming fit
  • UPF 40+
  • Body Fit
  • In Adult Sizing
86% Polyester, 14% Spandex

Clima-Tek features:

  • Ultimate high-flexibility and casual comfort
  • Moisture Transfer Fibers to move moisture away from the skin
  • 4-way stretch for unlimited movement
  • Antimicrobial properties for odor control
  • UPF 30 +
  • Relaxed Fit
  • 180 gsm
  • In Adult Sizing
84% Merino Wool, 12% Nylon, 4% Spandex

Clima-Wool features:

  • Soft, comfortable MTF Nylon/spandex blend
  • 4-way stretch for unlimited movement
  • Mulesing free
  • Odor Blocking
  • UPF 30+
  • Relaxed Fit
  • 150 gsm
  • In Adult sizing
92% Polyester, 8% Spandex

Originals features:

  • Moisture Transfer Fibers to keep you dry
  • Body fit design for next to skin performance fit
  • Easy, comfortable feeling
  • UPF 30+
  • Body Fit
  • 220 gsm
  • In Youth Sizing
100% Polyester

Pepper Bi-Ply features:

  • MTF Moisture Transfer Fibers for moisture management
  • Spun polyester is slightly brushed for extra softness
  • Double layer traps air between layers for extra warmth
  • Flat seam construction for seam strength and longevity
  • Versatile for sports or everyday warmth needs
  • UPF 30+
  • 160 gsm
  • In Adult and Youth Sizing
100% Polyester

Peach Skins features:

  • 100% Microfiber Polyester makes it light for layering
  • Moisture Transfer Fibers to move moisture away from the skin
  • Antimicrobial treatment to inhibit bacteria growth
  • Anatomically designed shape with room to move
  • Soft, silky hand feel makes it easy to layer over
  • UPF 30 +
  • 110 gm
  • In Adult and Youth Sizing
100% Polyester

Pepper Skins features:

  • MTF Moisture Transfer Fibers for moisture management
  • Spun polyester is slightly brushed for extra softness
  • Flat seam construction for seam strength and longevity
  • Versatile for sports or everyday warmth needs
  • UPF 30+
  • 175 gsm
  • In Adult and Youth Sizing