How to Choose Base Layers

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The REI Co-op lightweight base layer zip-neck top in men's tall sizes knows how to keep you comfortable through a whole day of changes from cold to warm to sweaty and back to cold again.
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View all REI Co-op Men's Base Layer TopsBest Use | Multisport |
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Shirt Type | Partial-zip |
Fabric | 92% polyester/8% spandex |
Sun-Protective Fabric | Yes |
UPF Rating | 50 |
Moisture Wicking | Yes |
Quick Drying | Yes |
Underwear Weight | Lightweight |
Sleeve Length | Long Sleeve |
Gender | Men's |
Sustainability | 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.
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I wore this shirt for the first time o. A 20 mile hile in 85F temp blue skies. I left the sleeves down to cover my arms and this was a really great shirt. It wicked the moisture great and as the slight breeze blew it evaporated the moisture making me feel cool. This is a really nice shirt to wear even on warm days.
Nice breathable, comfortable garments but they forgot to add 2" knit cuffs on the pants. I bought a large tall and it fits well.
Fit is true to size, and a nice soft material. Wore on a recent cold weather thru-hike for 6 days continuiously. A little smelly at the end of the week, but still kept me warm, and breathed well.
Nice light weight shirt, we ordered the tall size and it fit perfectly. Slim but not tight.
Great light to mid base layer. Fits well and has good construction. I’m 6’3” 205 lbs and the Large/tall fits me well. I have long arms but don’t have a big midsection, so I’m glad the cut isn’t too baggy. It breathes well, but I can’t comment on how it responds in activities outside of jogging yet, but I assume it would work just as well for hiking, cycling, or snow sports.
This is a surprisingly warm layer for what it is. Since it dries quick, I like to use it as a little extra insulation on cold hikes when I'm active, and keep my other insulation layers dry.
This is just what I needed. It’s a quality and light weight quarter zip that I can where just about anywhere. I especially want to wear it during hot weather to block sunlight.
This was a Christmas present and the recipient loves the shirt.