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Brommers
@monkdagola
Everyone's approach to layering here just seems to simply mention 'baselayer' but not what type, synthetic or merino, long sleeve or short sleeve. Personally, I find this makes the key difference to the second and third layers and staying warm. I have three jackets: Brevet Insulated, Lightweight Shadow and a Race Cape which cover most of my needs (I almost never need the Race Cape). Also a two-way zip is imperative to heat management.
My baselayer approach goes roughly:
Hot summer: PT SL baselayer
Mild summer: PT SS baselayer
Spring / Autumn: Merino mesh / non mesh SS baselayer
Winter: Merino mesh / non mesh LS baselayer
F500 / Snow (Y R U EVN RDING): Merino deep winter / roll neck baselayer