Layering Like a PRO while on trail.

[@shellbell2065]

“Be bold, start cold” is the tip I heard at once

[@SeniorHiker77]

I love that tip. I'll remember my next camping trip. Lol

[@KrizAkoni]

I’m glad you find it warm! I’m liking mine as well. I like mine so far.

[@SeniorHiker77]

I only had it out that one time. It seems to be an answer to laying. I'm going out this weekend, but the temperature is in the 70°F. I don't think I'll be wearing it.

[@KrizAkoni]

@@SeniorHiker77 it got a bit warm here too! 🤣

[@HuntingFarmerOfficial]

Glad you found a layer that works well for you. Saffron or not, you won’t be missed walking in the woods 🍌 👍

[@SeniorHiker77]

You can't be too careful with all those deer hunters out there. Lol

[@HuntingFarmerOfficial]

@@SeniorHiker77 😂

[@BryanDeLay]

Last fall I purchased the Senchi Designs Alpha 60 Hoodie in orange, but a couple of weeks ago I gave it to my son, because I purchased the Senchi Designs Alpha 90 Half Zip Hoodie in dark sage, which I like much better. The half zip is really nice and the Alpha 90 is a little heavier material. Although the material is amazingly warm for the weight, the material can snag very easy so I never wear it as an outer layer and always wear a wind jacket over the hoodie.

[@SeniorHiker77]

Good advice Bryan. I'm still trying to figure out my hiking layering.

[@FOLLOWINGWALKERSWORLD]

Great advice. I bite the bullet on cold mornings & hike that cold out of me. 👍

[@SeniorHiker77]

One of my commenters suggested to 'be bold start cold'. Lol

[@RobinT-treehugger]

Good video. I agree... as a hike group leader for many years, I always told people that you need to start a hike "chilly". Never bundle up too much as you will start to sweat within minutes. Not everyone would listen and sure enough, a mile into the hike we would have to stop for people to de-layer.

[@SeniorHiker77]

I'm still not following my own advice. Just can't resist wearing too much when starting a hike. Lol

[@HikeCamp]

I like that 77 Looks like big bird! But if it does the job I am all for it..

[@SeniorHiker77]

Saffron works for hunting season. Lol

[@HikeCamp]

It would indeed.. 😳@@SeniorHiker77

[@SeniorHiker77]

😀

[@NicoleHikesalot]

Love it. Saffron is the new yellow 😅

[@SeniorHiker77]

Just got your text message. Lol

[@Packsalot]

Nice tips and cool gear highlights for layering. I also hike hot, so I usually start out in just a t-shirt even on the coldest of days. I usually put something extra on when not hiking though. Looked like a nice hoodie. Take care and have a great day.

[@SeniorHiker77]

Nice of you to comment, Steven. It's always good to hear your input.

[@BackcountryPilgrim]

Outdoor vitals is making some great layers. There's a super lightweight windbreaker and a shirt is usually all I need and i'm a pretty hot hiker.

[@SeniorHiker77]

Thanks Doug. I'll check into Outdoor Vitals layers.

[@GoneFeralWithSquidly]

I like that, John. Looks warm and breathable. 🦑

[@SeniorHiker77]

I'm still trying to develop my layering technique. Thanks Keith, miss you last nights live with the gang.

[@OurNationalAdventure]

With this cold weather layers are def important at night but you are right, you warm up fast moving on the trail. Glad you and Andy connected to find the best sweaters...its like a cozy big bird cover! Different material than anything I have seen. Glad you find something that works!

[@SeniorHiker77]

I'm not that sure because it warmed up and not tested it enough.

[@halabujioutdoors]

That's a mighty good find!

[@SeniorHiker77]

감사함니다 하라부지.

[@NaomisAdventures]

Thanks for sharing

[@SeniorHiker77]

You are welcome

[@NatureAndOther]

Fully watched and 👍

[@SeniorHiker77]

Thanksqnd that's really appreciated. 🫰

[@LetsGoLiz]

I will have to check out senchi - looks great and I love that it is light!

[@SeniorHiker77]

It is light but pricey.

[@Shastavalleyoutdoorsman]

That is really cool I will have to check it out. One of the things I did is went to a pair of army surplus wool pants in the winter. Just a thin Finish trousers. They breathe really well.

[@SeniorHiker77]

I like the senchi but not the price. Thanks Travis.

[@vs123]

Very goods

[@SeniorHiker77]

Thanks hope you found this video informative.

[@JohnAmes]

Great video my friend 👍

[@SeniorHiker77]

Thanks John, glad you enjoyed it.

[@MtnWanderer-TieDye-]

It's another Big Bird! KrizAkoni has the same color. I'm intrigued.

[@SeniorHiker77]

Big bird is yellow. This is Saffron. Lol

[@roselee_explores]

I love the Alpha fleece! I’ve got a 90gsm hoody that’s been fantastic… the only downside is that it snags really easily on briars & limbs - so not great if you’re bushwhacking! But it’s my go-to layer for most of my trips! I even got the matching pants & socks for an entire alpha camp pj set 😁. So comfy/cozy! Love the saffron 😊

[@SeniorHiker77]

That's great to hear, but I was warned about snaging being an issue.

[@tangenttrails]

Thanks to your video, I ordered one of these. It arrived the other day and I like it. I’ll be incorporating it into my layering system on my thru hike of the Ouachita Trail next month.

[@SeniorHiker77]

I'll be watching to see what color you ordered. I ordered saffron. Lol

[@tangenttrails]

@@SeniorHiker77 I got the grey and tan color.👍

[@donnybryan6762]

Don’t forget you old and metro young.😂

[@SeniorHiker77]

Metro thinks he's old. Lol

[@rodoutdoors]

I end up hiking with my base layers bottoms and getting overheated too hah. I love the Senchi Designs Wren which I guess they renamed Alpha 60 Hoodie. Nice 'Saffron' color hah. It pretty much replaced my puffy on most occasions. The washbag is great. I'll use it as clothes bag or pillow. When I first got it, I tried using it as a base layer and the sun hoodie as a wind breaker. It was comfy, but it would still get me overheated quick. I'll usually have it on the top of my pack so I can put it on or take it off quickly.

[@SeniorHiker77]

I forgot to mention the wash bag. It has other uses, like you said. Thanks Rod.

[@rodoutdoors]

@@SeniorHiker77 I've been taking it on every trip to protect the fleece, but the mesh is fine enough to filter out particles too. I'll keep bringing it in case I need to filter water from a muddy pond. 😁

[@DaveOffGrid]

Welcome to the Senchi gang John! 🙌🙌🙌 You got the Big Bird color! Mine makes me look like an Ewok 🤣 These definitely work and are crazy light! They're also super delicate, I've felt a couple of stitches pull already trying t put it on so you need to be careful.

[@SeniorHiker77]

I did sense it was going to be delicate. I going out tomorrow but we have 72°F. Seems like spring this January. Lol

[@DaveOffGrid]

@@SeniorHiker77 yes a heat wave is blowin through! enjoy the warm weather in Jan!

[@SeniorHiker77]

I did see Kriz Akoni with a Senchi with a Brynje thermo shirt. That looked interesting but pricey.

[@Caveman_OS_Hiking]

I saw that in one of your last videos and was thinking that was a Senchi. I have been looking at those for a while now, just trying to save up the $$$. I like the color!

[@SeniorHiker77]

It was a little pricey

[@sulj3373]

My vest or body warmer is my lifesaver. Keeps my core warm but doesn’t get too hot. I did daily short walks not long diet but it really helps since I overheat quickly.

[@SeniorHiker77]

Very good. Overheating is very uncomfortable. I'm still trying to figure it out.

[@ExpeditionaryJonny]

Really good tip! I wear very little when hiking when the weather is around freezing and then have to dig out some clothes when I stop moving. I am so grateful that compressible coats and the like. LOL! Saffron! 40s? A light long sleeve shirt & hiking shirt would keep me warm as long as I kept moving. That looks plenty warm! How is the wicking properties?

[@SeniorHiker77]

I can't give a full review because it warmed up here. January had some crazy weather. Some days, it's like spring. I hope to experiment with it again before spring comes. Thanks Jonny for stopping by.👍

[@agesadventures]

I need to start cold as well or I need to shed layers pretty quickly into the hike.

[@SeniorHiker77]

It seems to work that way for me too. Cold then hot, I'm trying to find a good answer, still looking.

[@StepsbyKaatje]

The safrane color looks good on you! 😁 It sure looks like an interesting piece of gear. I'm glad I can't buy it here, otherwise I would spend too much money again! 😂😅 Have a great day! Kaat

[@SeniorHiker77]

It does seem like there is something new to buy. Never-ending. Maybe at trail days, Damascus, you can spend all your savings. Lol

[@StepsbyKaatje]

@@SeniorHiker77 haha, I'll already spend all my savings just to get there! 🤣😂 But I hope I'll make it. Still looking into the options...

[@atrampinthehills.841]

Some sound advice there John.

[@SeniorHiker77]

Thanks for taking time out your busy schedule to make that comment.

[@oak589]

They only have the yellow left on the site but I don’t want to be call big bird

[@SeniorHiker77]

True, I've been calling Big Bird on occasions. Lol

[@WanderingMonkHikes]

John, sounds like you're prepping for politics. "I didn't lie. I just didn't tell the truth." 😂 I never really layer up in the tent. I wear my base layer and a fresh pair of socks just for sleeping. Anything more, like a puffy, and I sweat. That defeats the R-factor of the bag or quilt. I never wear my base layer on the trail. Like you said, it's too hot. I do start (if it's 20 or below) with my puffy and gloves. After a mile or so, the puffy goes in my pack. Another 2 miles and my shirt goes in my pack too. I can hike in my t-shirt, but when I stop my puffy goes on during the break. Everyone of us develop our routine to stay as comfortable as possible. Good for you with your Senchi hoodie.

[@SeniorHiker77]

I'm trying to develop my routine but haven't quite found it yet.

[@WanderingMonkHikes]

@@SeniorHiker77 my routine changes every time I go out. 🤣

[@user-no2ei6dp2q]

Well, if you like looking like a monk heading up to the monastery. I'm sure it's a fine product, but a 32 degree top from Costco for $12 will work equally . That's for two. You're going down the rabbit hole which I am also guilty of. CHEERS!

[@SeniorHiker77]

You are so right. Guilty of going down a rabbit hole.

[@WyeExplorer]

'O can't believe that's hoping to work.' You can be forgiven for that John it looks feather weight. Great to gear the result though. Hey, you might want to wear a tank top under there. Well, good going. Mark

[@SeniorHiker77]

I'm going to wear something a little smaller. Tank top, maybe. I'm still trying to put it together. Thanks Mark.

[@WyeExplorer]

@@SeniorHiker77 Yeah, a tank top would do it John. A good direction with the clothing there.

[@TheMccluref]

You misled him. You didn't lie

[@SeniorHiker77]

That's right Fred. Just a little politics. Lol