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When you're chasing fresh tracks all day long, the women's Burton [ak] Helium Power Grid™ Pullover Fleece maximizes the fun by keeping you dry and comfy on the inside, no matter how hard you're working or relaxing. It's the breathable layer you can wear as a base or midlayer depending on the conditions.

Fun style and eco-friendly performance come together in the Kari Traa Lilja Long-Sleeve Shirt. This winter-time essential is made entirely from recycled polyester for moisture-wicking, quick-drying, and breathable comfort that lessens our impact on the planet we love.

What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying: "This is one of my favorite midlayers for cool-weather hiking and ski touring. The grid fleece traps heat without feeling stuffy, and the half-zip lets me dump heat fast on the climb. I also love that it’s fully recycled and mono-material—it’s warm, functional, and made responsibly." Designed for active days in the mountains or city alike, the Helly Hansen Evolved Air 1/2-Zip Midlayer balances warmth, breathability, and sustainability in one sleek package. Its grid fleece construction traps body heat while promoting airflow, ensuring we stay comfortable during high-output activity and quick temperature shifts. The recycled polyester fabric wicks moisture efficiently and feels soft against the skin, making this midlayer a reliable go-to in any layering system. A high protective collar and adjustable hem seal in warmth, while the YKK® half-zip adds easy ventilation and layering versatility. A zippered chest pocket secures small essentials, and the embroidered Helly Hansen logo nods to the brand’s alpine heritage. Built as a bluesign® certified mono-material garment, the Evolved Air 1/2-Zip is designed not only for performance in the outdoors but also for a cleaner, more circular future.

What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:"This base layer is my go-to for cold-weather adventures. The thick Drirelease fabric keeps me warm while wicking moisture, so I never feel clammy, even when pushing hard on the skin track. The half-zip helps regulate temperature, and the thumbholes keep my sleeves in place under layers. Whether I’m skiing, hiking, or just braving the cold, this top is an essential part of my layering system."Born for adventure, the Harebelly Heavy Base Layer Top locks in warmth while keeping breathability at its core. Thicker than the Moss base layer, this top is made for higher peaks, stronger winds, and more exhilarating days in the elements. The Drirelease fabric wicks moisture, dries quickly, and fights odors, so you stay comfortable from first chair to après. A half-zip design provides easy ventilation, while thumbholes keep sleeves in place and add extra warmth. Whether you're layering up for a backcountry tour or a frigid morning on the slopes, this base layer has you covered.

What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:"This piece hits the sweet spot between cozy and technical. It’s my go-to base layer on chilly days, and the pattern makes it stylish enough to wear straight to town after a ride or ski."Designed for the depths of winter and made to move with us through every cold-season adventure, the Anna Long Sleeve brings together performance-focused Merino and bold Scandinavian design. From powder runs to trail days, it’s the baselayer we turn to for comfort, warmth, and effortless layering. The 100% Merino wool build provides soft, next-to-skin insulation that regulates body temperature and resists odor naturally. Jacquard-knit styling adds visual appeal, while flattering seams and a slim fit make it easy to wear under a midlayer or on its own during milder moments. Whether we’re on the hill or lounging fireside, the Anna is always in rotation.

Ultimate warmth. Designed for the coldest days and the biggest adventure. Olympus is our warmest baselayer offering unrivalled warmth to weight ratio and strategically placed mesh panels to ensure breathability.

What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:"It's everything I could want in a first layer: it's soft, movement-matching, odor-resistant, and not to mention sustainable. Literally a perfect, basic baselayer."Our Backcountry Cedars RWS Merino Lightweight Crew Baselayer Top builds on the essential baselayer by boosting it with comfort features, sustainable materials, and a streamlined fit. Responsible Wool Standard-certified merino wool delivers all the anti-odor, temperature-regulating tech we love in a material that takes animal welfare into consideration. Recycled content increases eco-friendliness while enhancing durability, and stretchy spandex lets us fully utilize this articulated top's range of motion.

What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:"This is the kind of base layer I wear all day—on the hill and off. It’s warm, breathable, and the zip makes it super versatile. Plus, the knit pattern is classic without being too loud."From first chair to evening errands, the Anna 1/2-Zip delivers the cozy performance of 100% Merino wool in a style-forward Nordic design. With its slim silhouette, high collar, and bold knit pattern, this top is just as at home under a shell as it is paired with jeans for après. Naturally insulating and moisture-managing, the Anna’s Merino wool construction keeps us warm without overheating, while the half-zip offers temperature control on the move. Flatlock seams, a chin guard, and jacquard knit detailing round out the comfort-focused build. Whether on the trail, the slopes, or the street, Anna is always ready.

What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:"This is the kind of base layer I wear all day—on the hill and off. It’s warm, breathable, and the zip makes it super versatile. Plus, the knit pattern is classic without being too loud."From first chair to evening errands, the Anna 1/2-Zip delivers the cozy performance of 100% Merino wool in a style-forward Nordic design. With its slim silhouette, high collar, and bold knit pattern, this top is just as at home under a shell as it is paired with jeans for après. Naturally insulating and moisture-managing, the Anna’s Merino wool construction keeps us warm without overheating, while the half-zip offers temperature control on the move. Flatlock seams, a chin guard, and jacquard knit detailing round out the comfort-focused build. Whether on the trail, the slopes, or the street, Anna is always ready.

Lifa Merino Midweight Crew Top - Women's

What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:"It's a classic, but we made it better. The seaming is comfortable and sporty, and—of course—merino wool is the best."We built our Backcountry Cedars RWS Merino Midweight Crew Baselayer Top for cold-weather play. The Responsible Wool Standard-certified merino wool fibers are sourced from animal- and earth-friendly farms, and they deliver the anti-odor, temperature-regulating technology we love. With recycled nylon enhancing durability and spandex for stretch, this midweight material is sure to provide active comfort for winter hikes, skintrack ascents, and terrain park laps.

What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:"My new go-to baselayer! The stretchy, slim fit makes it easy to layer with and really comfortable."Whether we are pushing up the skin track or out for an early morning hike, wintertime adventures start with the Backcountry Pines Microgrid Ultra-Lt Baselayer 1/4-Zip Top. Through extensive Gearhead testing, we developed this top to regulate our temperature and wick away moisture from our skin to keep us more comfortable in cooler temperatures. The ultralight design ensures we aren't weighted down, while the brushed recycled polyester fleece interior keeps us warm and allows our bodies to breathe.

What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying: "I use this as my go-to midweight base layer in winter. The 250-weight merino feels warm without overheating, and the updated slim fit layers cleanly under a fleece or shell. The flatlock and offset seams make a noticeable difference when I’m carrying a pack or moving all day."When temperatures dip and the day’s objective calls for steady effort, the Merino 250 Baselayer Crew Boxed Top from Smartwool forms the foundation of our layering system. Built for skiing, hiking, climbing, and cold-weather rides, it delivers dependable warmth with natural performance benefits. Made from 100% merino wool in a soft interlock knit, this base layer manages moisture, regulates temperature, and resists odor through long days outside. The slim fit follows the body’s contours for efficient layering, while flatlock construction and offset shoulder and side seams help minimize chafing under pack straps. With forward-wrapped side seams and improved fit details, this crew is designed to move comfortably from first chair to final descent.

What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:"I wear this top constantly—from ski days to chilly morning hikes. The merino wool keeps me dry and warm without overheating, and the Snow Day print adds some personality under my layers. It’s soft enough to wear solo and functional enough to be my go-to base layer all season."We rely on the Merino 200 Oasis Long-Sleeve Snow Day Crewe from Icebreaker for its all-season versatility and next-level comfort. Crafted from soft, lightweight merino wool, this baselayer keeps us warm when the temps dip and cool when we're working hard. The fun allover print of skiers and snowboarders brings a playful spirit to an otherwise performance-driven piece. Offset shoulder seams and gusseted underarms help us move freely while eliminating pack rub during long tours or trail days. Flatlock seams keep hot spots at bay, and the drop-tail hem offers extra coverage where we want it. Whether we're spending the day at the resort or layering up for fall camping, this long sleeve crewe is a natural staple.

The Taiss Light ML Hooded Jacket from Mammut ensures we don't get to chilly when we're out checking off pitches with our partner. Its stretch material manages to block the breeze just enough while maintaining a breathable feel for any activity.

The Taiss Light ML Hooded Jacket from Mammut ensures we don't get to chilly when we're out checking off pitches with our partner. Its stretch material manages to block the breeze just enough while maintaining a breathable feel for any activity.

The Taiss Light ML Hooded Jacket from Mammut ensures we don't get to chilly when we're out checking off pitches with our partner. Its stretch material manages to block the breeze just enough while maintaining a breathable feel for any activity.

The Lifa Merino Midlayer Top uses a smart, two-layer design for adaptable warmth on our ski tours or chilly hikes. Helly Hansen's performance Lifa lining provides rapid moisture-wicking and quick-drying ability for close-to-skin comfort, while a thermoregulating and breathable merino wool exterior helps regulate our body temperature during high-output activity.

What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:"I wore the Haven Baselayer Top for a full weekend of storm skiing, and it held up great—wicked moisture away without overheating. The 4-way stretch made layering easy, and it stayed super comfortable all day. No chafing, no bunching, just a solid, breathable base."When the storm rolls in and the lift lines call, we count on the Haven Baselayer Top to keep us dry and dialed in. Built with recycled polyester and 4-way stretch, this technical crew delivers the comfort and mobility we need to charge hard from first chair to last lap. Armada’s moisture-wicking design keeps sweat from soaking through while chafe-free flat seams and soft fabric maintain next-to-skin comfort. With UPF 50+ sun protection and Bluesign®-approved materials, it’s built for performance on the mountain and responsibility off of it. Whether we’re layering up for powder missions or spring park laps, the Haven is our go-to foundation.

What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:"I reach for this top for chilly shoulder-season hikes or snowshoeing—it's light, wicks like a pro, and the stripes give it a bit of flair under a shell."Layering up for a crisp morning on the trail or a snowy day on the skintrack calls for a reliable baselayer—and the Lifa Active Stripe Crew Top is one we count on again and again. Helly Hansen’s Lifa Active technology pairs moisture-wicking fibers next to skin with an insulating outer layer to keep us dry and warm whether we’re moving fast or taking a breather at the summit. It’s designed for freedom and performance, with raglan sleeves that won’t bunch under pack straps and a fitted silhouette that layers seamlessly under a midlayer or shell. The bold performance stripes down the sleeves aren’t just iconic—they’re a nod to the brand’s deep heritage in alpine and marine environments.

When you're chasing fresh tracks all day long, the women's Burton [ak] Helium Power Grid™ Pullover Fleece maximizes the fun by keeping you dry and comfy on the inside, no matter how hard you're working or relaxing. It's the breathable layer you can wear as a base or midlayer depending on the conditions.