Terrific website for no nonsense advice from a professional guide who has experienced a wide range of conditions especially in the fickle Tasmanian climate. Excellent advice on layering your clothing when hiking. The Brynje long sleeve mesh base layer works really well.
Fantastic resource and great advice for anyone interested in hiking safely, especially in Tasmania where the weather gets nasty very quickly (even during summer). Terrific information on layering systems while hiking. I brought a Brynje mesh vest based on the mighty Mowser's advice. Works really well as a base layer. Now hitting the trails with more confidence. Plus the fitness training plan is perfect for a returning hiker like me. The training plan is perfect and the checklist means nothing gets forgotten.
I found Mowser's engaging, well-informed videos on YouTube and have learned a great deal from them—not to mention enjoying some beautiful Tasmanian scenery along the way. As someone with a long-standing interest in outdoor systems and clothing, I especially appreciated the Layering Guide. It takes what can be a complex, highly technical topic and presents it in a way that's both accessible and practical. That's difficult to do, and I think it reflects years of real experience in the field. The Layering Guide prompted me to rethink how the mid-layers function—particularly how they regulate warm air while managing moisture within the clothing system. It also encouraged me to simplify the way I think about and explain layering while clarifying the underlying principles. I also came away impressed with several of the clothing systems, materials, and garments Mowser recommends, and I've already added a number of them to my list for future purchases.
I am from Norway and it seems we have similar climate to what you have down in Tasmania. I have been skiing and hiking here for most of my life and the layering guide matches well with what I have used like Brynje baselayers. I found the tip about the waterproof gloves to be really good. And have bought two pairs of those. Easily available here in Norway as it seems they are used a bit in the fishing industry. Br Ivar Nygard I finally found the perfect gloves for Spring and Autumn outings. May even work in winter, and perhaps for exposed summer outings as well. (although perhaps a bit heavy for summer)