For -5'C ∼ 5'C temperature, Is it necessary to wear one as inner layer?

Does it work?

no

longjohn better

Tshirt sweater outer jacket that's all you need. No need to buy expensive things

Yes very warm
Generally uniqlo's item is gooding quality.

IMHO Heattech works wonders when its 3-10'C

below that, just layers and layers needed. Wear long johns and thick socks.
Cover yer head and tip of your ears and your fingers too.

real man go nekkid

yes, it will work

but don't last.

if last how to earn ur monehh

For 5c and above heat tech will work well together with a thin down jacket.

If u want cheaper, get declathon inner wear, works the same.

Works

But negative temperature you might need those warmer stuff

But it's comfortable compared to those

That's not the definition of good quality.

columbia omni heat base layer cost a little more much lasting and is breathable warming technology helps regulate your temperature with little silver dots that reflect and retain the warmth your body generates.

Bought 2 pairs of jeans wash everday still good 😁

Uniqlo HEATTECH compared to jeans are very much different lor. If you wash the base layer Uniqlo HEATTECH too many times. it has holes.

I bought more than half a dozen last time. all suffer the same fade. LOL

This post has been edited by OCMAX: Dec 10 2018, 01:17 PM

Yes. It works.

They also have thin and thicker type of material..

Tapi, always out of stock...

Ok noted 👍

How did you wash them? Hand wash or using machine?

I have my Heatechs in my washing machine now, on handwash mode... Haha...

My wife used washing machine lor. If use hand can last longer but nowadays where got women use hand to wash. Hand more important than the fabric. LOL

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.

If you are going to universal traveler to get the long john/base layers. they are selling the wool socks.

Most countries that do have a winter period will sell wool socks. I find decathlon in other countries to have decent cheap hiking wool socks.

Unfortunately Malaysia has really crappy options when it comes to winter wear. If you can, buy the minimum in Malaysia and go overseas to get the rest.

speaking for exp..

unless u know ur tolerance, it is better to bring multiple layers of thinner material than one thick one..

i was skipping along the river main with just a jacket n t-shirt even though the temp says 5 degrees.. becoz it was a windless day...

heat tech is not useful below 5 degrees

Google layering wear for winter. It is the air between each layer of clothings that traps heat effectively. You need 1 inner layer, 1 or 2 fleece long sleeves and one outer coat, for legs one inner thin and one outer (legs will feel cold) shoes get winter shoes or boots, not sports shoe. Remember your scaff too. You can strip down if you feel too warm, or use heater pad if too cold (those crumble and will generate heat for a few hours).

No.
Doesnt work at all.
Dont feel any difference with pasar malam quality.

Please leather shoes only. Hi cut please..

Hand Mittens.

2 Layers of long Johns.

Good down jackets.

Neck warmer.

Buffs for the ears and head.

These are what I endured last week

This post has been edited by jonn zee: Dec 10 2018, 05:45 PM


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agreed! even South Korea has cheaper winter wear than Malaysia.

welcome to uniqlooooooo

I am soooo confused.

Does it work or not?

Buy some good quality mesh basket and put your heattech clothes in it before put into washing machine, can protect the fiber from damage. Try it

not going to buy Uniqlo HEATTECH anymore. I have replaced with omni heat base layer few years back, worn it many times and still in very good condition. maybe to last longer can used the mesh basket to wash these cloth's. Will inform my wife. thx