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An ideal performance layer when the mercury drops, the men's REI Co-op Base Layer bottoms boast a smooth face and low-bulk seams for easy layering and a brushed back for added warmth and comfort.
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View all REI Co-op Men's Base Layer BottomsBest Use | Multisport |
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Fabric | Polyester |
Sun-Protective Fabric | Yes |
UPF Rating | 50 |
Moisture Wicking | Yes |
Quick Drying | Yes |
Fly Opening | Yes |
Underwear Weight | Midweight |
Inseam (in.) | 34 inches |
Gender | Men's |
Sustainability | Fair Trade Certified™ factory From a Climate Label Certified brand |
XS | S | M | L | XL | XXL | XXXL | 24 IN Waist | 26 IN Waist | 28 IN Waist | 30 IN Waist | 31 IN Waist | 32 IN Waist | 33 IN Waist | 34 IN Waist | 35 IN Waist | 36 IN Waist | 38 IN Waist | 40 IN Waist | 42 IN Waist | 44 IN Waist | 46 IN Waist | 48 IN Waist | 50 IN Waist | |
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Chest | 35 | 36 - 38 | 39 - 41 | 42 - 45 | 46 - 49 | 50 - 53 | 54 - 57 | |||||||||||||||||
Sleeve Length | 32 | 32.5 | 33 | 33.5 | 34 | 34.75 | 35.5 | |||||||||||||||||
Waist | 27.5 | 28 - 30 | 32 - 34 | 36 - 38 | 40 - 42 | 44 - 46 | 48 - 50 | 24 | 26 | 28 | 30 | 31 | 32 | 33 | 34 | 35 | 36 | 38 | 40 | 42 | 44 | 46 | 48 | 50 |
Hip | 33.5 | 34.5 - 36.5 | 37.5 - 39.5 | 41 - 43 | 44 - 46.5 | 47.5 - 50.5 | 51.5 - 54.5 | 32 | 33.5 | 34.5 | 36.5 | 37 | 37.5 | 38.5 | 39.5 | 40.25 | 41 | 43 | 44 | 46.5 | 47.5 | 50.5 | 52.5 | 54.5 |
Inseam | 32 | 32 | 32 | 32 | 32 | 32 | 32 | 32 | 32 | 32 | 32 | 32 | 32 | 32 | 32 | 32 | 32 | 32 | 32 | 32 | 32 | 32 | 32 | 32 |
Measurements are stated in inches unless otherwise indicated. Size chart values represent body measurements, not garment measurements.
SHORT: Some pants are available in short sizes, which generally means an inseam that is 2.5 inches shorter than regular sizes.
TALL: Some pants, shirts, jackets and parkas are available in tall sizes, which generally means an inseam that is 3 inches longer and a rise that is 1 inch longer, a shirt or jacket body that is 2 inches longer, a parka body that is 2.5 inches longer and sleeves that are 2.5 inches longer than regular sizes.
Capri or cropped pants have an intentionally shorter inseam—reference the technical specs instead of this chart.
Inseam is measured to the floor.
From feedback to field testing, all of our gear is dialed-in by REI Co-op members. Their adventures informed every stitch and detail—making for better, longer-lasting gear.
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Had these for about 60 days and have worn them a lot on cold days and in drafty cold house. They have been great, adding warmth under jeans. Very comfortable temperature, good fit and length. I am 6’3”. I am completely satisfied.
I have been using these under jeans or a light shell in Tahoe for 20 degree morning bike rides, skiing, etc and really like them. They're warm, soft and seem durable. I'm going to buy more and bought them for my son. Our inseam is about 36" and these are a good size for us.
Tall size fits me!! And these are cheaper than wool but still decently warm.
Warm and really long enough. I’m so tired of supposedly tall size long underwear that won’t even stay in my socks there so short. Thank you REI!
I use layers to stay warm and dry. These are comfortable and useful.
flexible fabric, comfortable and warm on colder evenings, mornings
Very long. I’m 6’3” and they go to my toes. At least 6” longer than the should be.
Bought these for my boyfriend who is always cold for Christmas a few years ago. He basically lives in them all winter. We wash in the machine on cold and hang dry. They're still going strong. Great quality.
Works well outdoors or indoors, can almost be used as an outer layer but not as practical. Warm but can be penetrated by wind without pants which is to be expected...
Exactly what I needed: a high-quality, warm (but not too warm) base layer that didn't make me feel like I was abandoning my principles of sustainable shopping.