mid layer
Between base, shell
A mid layer is a garment worn between a base layer and outer shell, designed to provide insulation while allowing moisture to escape.
In outdoor and athletic clothing systems, the mid layer traps body heat: I added a fleece mid layer when the temperature dropped.
Common mid layers include fleece jackets, down vests, and lightweight puffers.
- insulationThermal transfer prevention
- fleeceWool still on sheep
- thermalPertaining to warmth
- body heatThermal energy from metabolism
- baseSupporting bottom structure
outer · warmth · temperature regulation · hiking · backcountry skiing · cold weather · breathable · moisture-wicking · jacket · vest · quarter zip · zip · lightweight · core · sandwich · membrane · puffer · merino
layering position in clothing systems
mid layerbase layer
Innermost worn garment
outer layer · baselayer · shell · inner layer · underlayer
mid, layer, middle, midway, midst, midpoint, midland, midnight, midday