Kit List

Personal Clothing

The layered spproach to clothing Several thin layers of clothing that trap air between them will keep you much warmer than a single, thick garment.

If you get too hot, you can control your body temperature by removing layers or by ‘venting’ (opening zips or buttons) to allow warm air to escape and cool air to enter).

The comfort layer This first layer, which lies next to the skin, should consist of a thermal top and thermal leggings which should be close-fitting .

It should be made from a fabric that

‘wicks’ perspiration away from your skin and out through the next layer of clothing as perspiration drying on your skin can easily chill you. By keeping your body dry you will also keep it warm. The warmth or middle layer allows you to regulate your body temperature by putting on or taking off garments as necessary. It could be a light fleece jacket worn over a shirt which allows for plenty of insulation by trapping air.