Icebreaker Mens 260 Tech Leggings - Black S

I used to be a huge fan of North Face baselayers, until I tried Icebreaker. North Face bottoms are warm & comfy but run a bit short - they fit just above the ankle, which was one negative. Not only are Icebreaker bottoms the perfect length, but they're softer, fit more snug/form fitting than North Face, which is a positive bc it keeps your body temp warmer (but not too hot bc they do regulate my body temp nicely) & the fabric stretches w/movement so they remain form fitting (they don't stretch out over time - like around the knees like my North Face did). I've been wearing the 260 Icebreakers walking my dog throughout winter, snowshoeing, skiing & just playing in the snow & they keep me toasty when temps get into the 20s, teens & single digits. And as mentioned ... MoreI used to be a huge fan of North Face baselayers, until I tried Icebreaker. North Face bottoms are warm & comfy but run a bit short - they fit just above the ankle, which was one negative. Not only are Icebreaker bottoms the perfect length, but they're softer, fit more snug/form fitting than North Face, which is a positive bc it keeps your body temp warmer (but not too hot bc they do regulate my body temp nicely) & the fabric stretches w/movement so they remain form fitting (they don't stretch out over time - like around the knees like my North Face did). I've been wearing the 260 Icebreakers walking my dog throughout winter, snowshoeing, skiing & just playing in the snow & they keep me toasty when temps get into the 20s, teens & single digits. And as mentioned above, they regulate my body temp nicely so I don't feel overheated or sweat when active outdoors). I even like to wear them around the house in winter bc they're so comfy & soft. Best baselayer I've tried. Note: I'm 5'9" - 5'10" & weigh 165 w/a fit-slender build & size M is perfect.

These super thick base layer pants work for me in the negative temps. Anything above 0' and I usually choose a lighter weight base layer. The heavy weight is different than other lighter base layers. The lighter ones feel like a good base layer, these heavier ones make me feel like I have a layer of blubber around me, like a Arctic seal or something. It just feels different (better) than lighter weights base layers, including the ones made by icebreaker. Something about the thickness just makes it feel softer, warmer, better.

Always used thermals (synthetics) for skiing but these were initially recommended by my son for skiing in Canada at temps down to -20C. Ideal but in addition they felt must softer and more comfortable than synthetics plus didn't cause any skin irritation (has been a major problem for me in the past).Always want thermals 'with fly' as too difficult to use those without at lower temperatures or when using outer ski clothing.Highly recommended.PS: Pity some of your newer styles are not offered 'with fly'.