{"id":22495,"date":"2023-02-27T18:26:58","date_gmt":"2023-02-27T18:26:58","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.everest.com\/everestdigest\/\/how-to-stay-warm-and-comfortable-in-cold-conditions\/"},"modified":"2023-02-27T18:26:58","modified_gmt":"2023-02-27T18:26:58","slug":"how-to-stay-warm-and-comfortable-in-cold-conditions","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.everest.com\/everestdigest\/how-to-stay-warm-and-comfortable-in-cold-conditions\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Stay Warm and Comfortable in Cold Conditions"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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The insulating layer keeps cold air out and warm air in. <\/span><\/em><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

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Down jackets and fleece pullovers are some of the most common types of insulating layers, although synthetic materials \u2013\u2013 such as PrimaLoft or Thinsulate \u2013\u2013 can be highly effective, too, especially if you\u2019re facing wet-weather conditions. These types of layers come in a variety of weights as well, allowing the wearer to mix and match based on the current conditions. If temperatures aren\u2019t particularly cold, a thinner, lighter jacket can be used. But when the temperature dips into subzero territory, a heavier, warmer option can be worn instead.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n

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The insulating layer is the piece of clothing whose job it is to collect body heat as it escapes from the base layer, creating warm pockets of air that can keep us comfortable in cold weather over extended periods of time. This layer is designed to keep warm air in and cold air out, while still allowing moisture to escape. This means it must have a high level of breathability to go along with its thermal properties.\u00a0<\/p>\n

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