Brynje
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Pros
- Maybe you could get some brynje here as baselayer / souveneir, you could order on fjellsport and ship it somehwere.
- I have a Finetrack but I prefer a Brynje or an Alpha Direct as my first layer. They seem to evacuate sweat quicker than the Finetrack.
- For someone that does both, no way Brynje is redundant with AD. Its different. AD holds more water and is warmer. Brynje is more flexible and easier to fine tune around for sweaters.
- Brynje is nice, but I'd call it an "optional add-on". It doesn't really replace anything in my wardrobe, although it enhances other layers in cold weather.
- Brynje on the skin, merino layer over that, and your other layers over. I work outside and have no issues staying warm with this system.
Cons
- when I try to go to the Brynje store for USA or Svala, etc. (even distributor sites) I am repeatedly finding that they are out of stock except for XS and very large sizes.
- if you’re using Brynje, do not wear socks over the mesh. I made that mistake, I ended up with some nasty blisters in the exact pattern of the mesh—on my leading leg just at the highback area.
- Parent context: Cycling companies like Craft, Pactimo, OrNot, Pearl Izumi, etc make mesh base layers that fit under a rider's bib shorts that pull moisture away from the skin. If worn without a jersey, shirt, or shell... It definitely ke...
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What redditors said (10 of 12)
Maybe you could get some brynje here as baselayer / souveneir, you could order on fjellsport and ship it somehwere.
I have a Finetrack but I prefer a Brynje or an Alpha Direct as my first layer. They seem to evacuate sweat quicker than the Finetrack.
For someone that does both, no way Brynje is redundant with AD. Its different. AD holds more water and is warmer. Brynje is more flexible and easier to fine tune around for sweaters.
Brynje is nice, but I'd call it an "optional add-on". It doesn't really replace anything in my wardrobe, although it enhances other layers in cold weather.
Brynje on the skin, merino layer over that, and your other layers over. I work outside and have no issues staying warm with this system.
Mesh next-to-skin (Brynje, finetrack, etc.) are so great because they act as a barrier between your wet-with-sweat base layer and your skin. They keep your damp base layer from touching your skin which keeps you from feeling chilled.
when I try to go to the Brynje store for USA or Svala, etc. (even distributor sites) I am repeatedly finding that they are out of stock except for XS and very large sizes.
If you need a bit of extra warmth, layer a Brynje. Over personally used this setup, along with a windbreaker, down to 19F. Amazingly warm and versatile, and all this will be about the same weight as just the half zip.
Just wore mine for the first time trail running in snow and wind and it’s the greatest base layer I’ve used. I sweat a ton. Stayed dry and warm.
I gave it a try while snowboarding today, and as someone who sweats a lot, I was pretty impressed. It kept me dry and comfortable, so on that front, it’s definitely a win.
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