{"id":11551,"date":"2020-10-14T09:33:01","date_gmt":"2020-10-14T07:33:01","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/travesiapirenaica.com\/?p=11551"},"modified":"2020-11-20T09:58:02","modified_gmt":"2020-11-20T08:58:02","slug":"second-layer-montana","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/travesiapirenaica.com\/en\/segunda-capa-montana\/","title":{"rendered":"How to choose your second mountain layer"},"content":{"rendered":"

When you go out in the mountains, or do any outdoor activity, to prevent the body from getting cold and wet, it is essential to follow the three-layer system<\/a><\/strong>. This system allows the body to stay dry and warm. The second layer, or mid-layer, takes care of the latter function. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Wearing a second layer garment is essential to keep the body warm in cold or winter situations. In addition, today's mid-layers are designed to maintain the best body temperature while offering good breathability. Below, we will show you the types of midlayers that exist, which vary in material and fabric. Nowadays, the best mountain clothing brands divide midlayers into three general categories: the fleece linings, down jackets, and jackets with padding, and jackets <\/strong>softshell<\/strong><\/em>. The great progress that has been made in fabrics means that all three types of jackets fulfil their functions perfectly. However, there are differentiating characteristics of each type, which can guide and influence you during the purchase.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Polar fleece linings<\/a><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Top brands of specialised mountain clothing choose fibre Polartec<\/strong><\/em>. Fleece liners are garments created as a substitute for woollen jumpers. They are made from PET, which is a type of plastic that is very common in both clothing and packaging. As the material is not patented, you can find a wide variety of fleece linings, varying in price and also in quality. When you go to buy one, look at the label to see what type of fibre it is made of. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

In this regard it should be noted that merino wool as a textile has the characteristics that make it suitable for use at the same level, and even with particularities that make it very interesting. In the following article we will tell you everything about the merino wool clothing in the mountains<\/a><\/strong>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Like any item of clothing, fleeces have their pros and cons. Some of the positives are as follows:<\/p>\n\n\n\n