Dunno how anyone can wear longjohns

Why? There's button/zipper type if you wanted to discharge. LOL

No wonder got holes lah.. LOL

Cannot spin them like normal clothes.

Set machine to wash at no spin if your machine doesn't have a handwash mode.

Use Woolite to wash instead of normal detergent.

Colding countries try not wear very syiok..

But all my Columbia omni heat base layer no problem wor. Has worn and wash them for a few years.

https://www.columbiasportswear.hk/item/AE6939

This post has been edited by OCMAX: Dec 10 2018, 02:26 PM

Its too tight and looks uncomfortable

Heattech is loose and still does its job

all bs la. what u need is spyder.

https://www.spyder.com/


all of my winter wear is from spyder. last me >10 years. no need all that crap long john shit wool dunno what 7 else.

errr! sub-zero strong winds you need to have tight base layer to prevent air going into your body.

You won't felt uncomfortable.

This post has been edited by OCMAX: Dec 10 2018, 02:47 PM

Travel boi here. My recommendation
1. Uniqlo heattech doesn't really work at the -5 - 5 C range. It barely works in the 5+C range anyway. This is due to the synthetic material used, usually some form of polyester that makes u retain heat but doesn't act fast enough in cold weather and doesn't dissipate heat fast enough when you enter a heated store. I would only recommend if there is nothing else u can get.
2. Try to find 100% merino inner layers. Kinda like a underwear cotton shirt but made of merino. It works super well in almost all conditions and to me, the best underlayer you can buy. It's expensive, ranging in the 40+ GBP for pure 100%. I think universal traveller has a merino/poly or cotton mix so go for that. Eventhough it is expensive, you'd only need 2-3 to rotate as pure merino doesn't stink compared to synthetics after a few uses.
3. With a good base/under layer, just put on more subsequent layers of clothes. A down jacket will keep you warm in sub 0C but not recommended for anything above 10C. If you move alot during the trip, don't layer more than under + thick shirt + jacket as you might get heated up. Even hoodies work fine if made of the thicker brush cotton.
4. For wet/snowy weather, I would recommend a hard outer shell from goretex or equivalent. Snow doesn't get you wet as fast but stand in it long enough and you'll still feel it. Be careful of getting wet at low temperatures, especially legs.

trust me, the most important thing is layering.

protect your ears and fingers as well. It really sucks when you dont have gloves in sub zero temperatures.

By right, these should be washed in delicate or handwash cycle in your washing machine, using cold water.

This brand ones surely more lasting than uniqlos.. Much more expensive also.. Nicer too. 👍

Actually if you compared the price with universal traveller /Winter Holiday wear's. Is not much different. Better quality some more.

This post has been edited by OCMAX: Dec 10 2018, 02:41 PM

Uniqlo got 1 is heat tech extra warm,
base on few trip to winder place like japan and china.
both work well unless there are foggy with moisture, wind blow or rain,
otherwise it's same like genting.
Better prepare wind blocking or rain coat if you're staying outdoor.

Park bcoz want to know will it work wonders when I go to London/Paris on Feb?

Uniqlo heat tech got extra warm, that works in colder weathers

But its not good for wind, you might need a wind breaker

also you need to get for your legs and toes, not just the top

Thank you!

Yes very warm = when you are in malaysia

the layer that matters, dont need to go for exp stuff like innerwear

Just to add on, when I was in -10C in Berlin this February and Edinburgh during studies, my experience is:
1. At sub 0, it doesn't really matter what the temperature is, the only difference is how fast u feel uncomfortably cold. Move around, maybe some jumping jacks to heat yourself up but go find shelter. Alternatively you can over layer but be prepared to carry your extra wear when it gets too hot.
2. Low temperature ambient is more comfortable than higher temperature but stronger wind. Windchill takes effect faster and usually only a windbreaker would be sufficient to slow down the chill. Be aware that some windbreaker type jackets are not waterproof.
3. Hands and feet get super cold super fast in low temperatures. Even good wool socks and gloves are not enough usually. I wear gloves at sub 0 but keep them in my pockets rather than out. Buy a wool glove liner to speed up the heating. Not much you can do for the feet and toes though.
4. You don't really need thermal pants. They make you bulkier and generally you move enough that your thighs and calves don't get cold enough.

Get extra warm, no need ultra warm

It's hard to find wool socks, never seen one in shopping mall.