Base layer and thermals reviews

A beautifully constructed piece of clothing with sustainability at its core

By Michelle Arthurs-Brennan Published 25 March 21

An excellent base layer which kept me warm in deep winter conditions - though the price tag represents the performance

By Michelle Arthurs-Brennan Published 26 February 20

The B’Twin 700 Warm Weather Mesh baselayer does a great job of keeping you riding in hot weather, but the one size fits all approach won't be good for all.

By Oliver Bridgewood Published 1 July 16

The Castelli Flanders Warm is a quality baselayer for cold conditions, although a bit prone to odour

By Paul Norman Published 11 March 16

We test the merino baselayer from Chainreaction's in-house brand Oneten. It's got all the benefits of merino at a really good price.

By Paul Norman Published 2 February 16

The Icebreaker Oasis long sleeve crewe is made of 200 weight merino wool. For most cycling-specific baselayers, this would be classified as medium weight.

By Paul Norman Published 10 February 18

By Mike Hawkins Published 13 May 14

Bamboo base layers have everything going for them – not only great performance but also impeccable eco credentials

By Simon Smythe Published 27 April 21

It may look tiny, but the Le Col base layer packs a punch performance-wise

By Paul Norman Published 20 May 19

Billed as Altura’s most technical base layer, the Thermocool boasts a boatload of performance technology, but does it do the job?

By Rupert Radley Published 11 February 17

Café du Cycliste's Cosette Ceramic base layer is the French brand's most technical base layer, but does it live up to the claim?

By Rupert Radley Published 17 February 17

Kurio's compression leggings are made to measure. We evaluate the advantages of bespoke compression garments over buying off the shelf.

By Paul Norman Published 23 November 16

Castelli’s top spec base layer is comfortable and bright, but expensive

By Paul Norman Published 20 July 18

The long sleeved Pearl Izumi Transfer wool base layer is a great option for cold weather rides, being warm, breathable and very comfortable

By Oliver Bridgewood Published 10 January 16

Megmeister’s sleeveless base layer is comfortable and effective

By Paul Norman Published 1 August 19

A quality option from Trek's clothing brand

By Paul Norman Published 13 May 19

There are 330 pages of user reviews of the Cool Mesh Superlight baselayer on Wiggle. Save yourself some time by reading ours instead

By Paul Norman Published 16 May 18

Sportful Second Skin Deluxe crew base layer £53

By Cycling Weekly Published 8 January 13

We've tested the Icebreaker Sphere top. Although billed as a tee shirt it serves well as a cycling baselayer too and works very well with its merino fabric.

By Paul Norman Published 8 June 16

Warmer weather ahead? We’ve tested the dhb lightweight merino blend baselayer to see how comfortable it is in the British spring.

By Paul Norman Published 24 April 17

We test the Ekoi Morpho Senza Unisize sleeveless baselayer - is it good for waker conditions?

By Paul Norman Published 2 November 16

This Mavic base layer seeks to provide top quality thermal insulation under jerseys and jackets, to keep you comfortable whilst riding on colder days.

By Oliver Bridgewood Published 23 December 14

Assos Early Winter Interactive Body Insulator £98.99

By Cycling Weekly Published 21 January 13

The Caratti Thermal Base Layer provides good foundation protection at a very competitive choice, but could be offered in more sizes.

By Henry Robertshaw Published 10 December 14

GripGrab moves into base layers with two winter weight long sleeved options

By Paul Norman Published 28 January 19

Does road cycling need motorcycle standard impact resistance?

By Stefan Abram Published 17 February 21

Endura uses a seamless open weave for good airflow, so is it a good option for the summer months?

By Paul Norman Published 11 May 19