Top Performance Midlayers for Men in 2021
Midlayers, often overlooked yet one of the most do it all pieces of outerwear you can own. These performance midlayers can be worn as an outerlayer or midlayer and don’t take up much space in your backpack. The best midlayers for skiing, hiking and hunting can be found below.
Best Midlayers
Black Diamond First Light Pullover
This is the most breathable backcountry jacket from Black Diamond’s massive winter collection. Made for men who need breathable insulation for alpine climbs, backcountry tours and fast lines in the powder, the Black Diamond First Light Pullover is ideal for use as a winter mid-layer. Integrate your favorite tech easily with 2 zippered pockets on the outside and 1 zippered pocket on the inside at the chest. Designed to keep you warm no matter where you wear it, this snow jacket for men sheds moisture, slush and snowflakes. Features of the Black Diamond First Light Pullover include the most breathable insulator for backcountry touring, Primaloft Silver Active insulation breathes for performance warmth, water-resistant Schoeller softshell fabric, freedom of movement in underarm gussets, hem adjustments.
Price: $258.95
Club Ride Blaze Vest
When it comes to mid-layers you have to have a vest that locks your essential warmth inside. Make the most of cold days in any short-sleeved, long sleeved shirt or under a bigger jacket. Made specifically for cycling, the Club Ride Blaze Vest includes a wind and water-resistant outer where it matters most. Insulation in your midsection prevents vital heat loss from your body. Features of the Club Ride Blaze Vest include Woven ripstop polyester face fabric, lightweight insulated front synthetic fill, 2 zippered front pockets and 1 internal pocket, Ridelight™ reflective accents with a sport fit. Ideal for cyclists or any S3who wants to find just-the-right vest to work as a base layer or mid-layer.
Price: $109.95
Outdoor Research Baritone
A multi-purpose jacket made to wick away moisture so you can stay comfortable in any blend of conditions. Ideal for a protective mid-layer with additional sun protection for compatibility in any weather condition. Take the Outdoor Research Baritone hoody is soft with flex so you can wear it any place you enjoy casual outdoor sports, hiking, snow skiing, snowboarding and more. The perfect base layer, or comfy mid-layer the Outdoor Research Baritone hoody gives you the lux treatment no matter where you are outside, you can count on being toasty warm inside, where it matters the most. Features of the Outdoor Research Baritone include wicking, quick-drying and breathable, movement mirroring stretch, thermo-regulating active temp treatment, UPF 30, flat seams, set-in sleeves, right hip security sip pocket plus thumbs holes for easy access to your tech.
Price: $109.95
Patagonia DAS Light Hoody
This winter mid-layer is exclusively designed with innovative quilting construction for comfort and warmth. The Patagonia DAS Light Hoody insulated hood also includes a single-pull cord adjustment in the back and stretchy binding at the front is for helmet compatibility. You can feel good about wearing this mid-layer made from Patagonia because it is made with 83% Fair Trade Certified sewn styles. Patagonia DAS Light Hoody is made with more recycled materials than any other apparel brand! Features of the include ultra-light nylon ripstop face fabric, water-resistant endurance coating, revolutionary lightweight 100% recycled polyester PlumaFill insulation, two-way center-front Vislon® zipper backed, external left-chest pocket and two hand warmer pockets all made to store any tech you take along.
Price: $329.00
The North Face L5 Ventrix Jacket
The L5 Ventrix jacket is the right combination of The NorthFace FUTURELIGHT™ and Ventrix™ technologies. Made to fit snugly into a stuff sack you can tuck away water resistant, wind protection in a small package. If you grab this jacket for yourself or a loved one you can also tag @thenorthface on social media and maybe get featured on the website in your L5 Ventrix jacket from The North Face. The lightweight men’s jacket is lightweight, waterproof and breathable so you can enjoy flexible performance in a stretch material. More than enough for you to rip, The North Face L5 Ventrix jacket is ready for any challenge you are. Features of the men’s Summit L5 Ventrix Jacket by The North Face include 25 g Ventrix™ stretch synthetic insulation, perforated back panel for dynamic venting, adjustable, internal hem cinch-cord, breathable-waterproof, seam-sealed FUTURELIGHT™ 3L shell, plus Hook-and-loop cuff tabs for easy access to any type of tech you brought along.
Price: $550.00
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