Helly Hansen Base Layer Review

By using a clothing layering system which can be adapted to the conditions, all day comfort when in the hills can be easily found.

A good layering system is: a base-layer, followed by a layer of insulation(s) and then a shell. For example, in the summer you wear just a base-layer;as  it gets colder you could add a fleece; if it starts to rain (you must be in the Lakes...) you add your waterproof jacket; when you’re working hard to get up hill, take the fleece off ( more information on what to wear in the hills).

The Helly Hansen range of base-layers is unique on the market as they use 100% polypropylene which is far more 'wicking' and breathable than regular polyester or other synthetics.

Helly Hansen call this Lifa® Stay Dry Technology™. By keeping dry at skin level, you will keep much warmer and comfortable. Added to this is: stretch for ease of movement, odour resistance, easy care, quick drying and various designs to allow for individual preference, and you’ve got a fantastic garment.

It all sounds great, but does it work? In use the polypropylene in Helly base layers wicks much better than polyester, especially when undertaking high-energy activities such as running or mountain biking. They also feel more comfortable next to the skin and are less itchy than the polyester base-layers that I’m used to. Also, Helly Hansen base layers are light and packable, so you can easily pack spares into your rucksack.
All-in-all, a great piece of essential kit.

Helly Hansen Dry is the ideal base layer to wear all year-round for , running, hiking, ski-ing, biking and  climbing,  etc They keep you cool when you're hot and stop you getting cold when it's cooler.

 Helly Hansen Dry Baselayer include:  Men's:

•  HH Lifa Crew Long Sleeve Base layer;
• Lifa Short Sleeve Tee
• Women's Lifa Crew Long Sleeve Base Layer;

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