I am looking for a base layer that will wick moisture and, ideally, retain some heat. My back seizes when chilled. Does it work for that function?
435366
No. You should purchase an "Under Armour Men's UA ColdGear® Evo Compression Hybrid Mock". I am not kidding. I am 5'11" and have 170 lb. I've got a size M. It has very good compression and mesh panels under the armpits. The Heat in summer has bothered me at no time. It is the shirt for you, I promise. Tristran.
435367
It should work for that just fine as long as you wear something over it like a t-shirt, otherwise it will keep you cool wherever it's exposed to air
6897
The Frogg Togg is the only one I have used. As a footnote to my review, I left the wrap draped over a chair back (on top of a towel). This morning when I went to get it to put it away, I found that the last 13 or 14 inches were still damp, and VERY COLD! I am very, very satisfied with this item!
2222858
Would like to clear this up. This is not a product that causes 'heating or tingling or burning' of any kind. When you apply it, it will feel like the product is 'sitting' on your skin. It is done for a reason, so you don't have to use any cling wrap or any other props to make it work. Some people feel it more and some less. It's totally normal. When you put your clothes on, the areas of application will feel warmer and probably a little more sweat prone. This is just how it works. That's what we call a 'sauna' effect.
732248
good point. this will be my first summer using it. it did wonders for the winter. my bedroom and bathroom over the garage hit 80 degrees for the first time since I owned the house. I will definitely keep an eye on the temps this summer. Worst case I should delicately be able to remove the insulation for the summer. Shoot me a message in August. I will let you know if my house burned down. lol
954978
Microfiber= synthetic material good for wicking away moisture. I love it in workout clothing but in the pillows, they appear to be almost "lumpy". I am going to attempt to return them.
1716557
Manufacturer states you are not to sit or lay on it. But my doctor said it was fine for me to lay on it as long as I don't program temperature too high and DONT FALL ASLEEP. The pad needs to CONFORM to your body. I find laying on my foam mattress topper is perfect for my back. Manufacturer wants you to lay it on TOP of your body. My doctor told me they have to say that or people, if they fell asleep could get burned if the digital control malfunctioned for instance. I've been using this pad regularly and it produces very good moisture! I'm happy with this pad. I prefer the control to Thermophore. I own both. I prefer BodyMed controller.
119153
You can but it's not suggested, it is a slow absorber which means you would want something on top to wick away the moisture, we use charcoal bamboo on top, you could use a prefold as well
275118
Absolutely not. I would send it back if I could. No consistency in it. We live 4200 elevation and have been testing this unit in the house where it does cool. It doesn't stay cold when we take it camping.
45295
It is able to be used as an outer layer in warm weather and an under layer in cold weather. It does not have any real warming qualities. It does however work and I don't go in the woods without it.
1800565
I have no idea. I have never used it at times I would be sweating. Not sure that would work but I've not used it for that.
1556205
It work great for me, but I only wear for workouts. I think with a couple layers it would be very discreet and slimming for daily use. Keep in mind this will make you sweat concentrated at waistline so you back and waistline will get damp!
1355839
The chill thing works by the evaporation of air from the material. If you - or a baby - sit on it, there is no evaporation and all you get is damp. Something actually cool already, like a gel pack that you put into the freezer or fridge, would be better for cooling something where there is no air circulation.
151599
That is pretty much what it is. You wear cotton (head to toe) and lay in it to sweat. My unit did not work and I am in the process of sending it back to get a refund. My husband and I went and bought a better system sauna at Home Depot. Do notBuy this!
76615
I use this jacket in anything from 20-60 temps. I just add more layers underneath as necessary. For very cold rides, I use a couple of extra layers around my core (a-shirt, then a t-shirt) with a long-sleeve base layer and a long-sleeve fleece. The trick is to do the layering in a way that doesn't add too much bulk - especially in the arms. Otherwise, you'd need to buy a size up and then it'd be too flappy when you're using it in 60 weather. If money were no object, I'd buy a specialty jacket for really cold weather, but I can make this one work pretty well as long as I'm riding hard enough to generate some warmth. I wear a size medium in most of my shirts (5'8" 140lbs) and I'm happy that I bought a size small in this jacket. Fits close with just enough room for a thin fleece layer underneath. It's probably not 100% windproof (and definitely not waterproof) but it makes a good outer layer and cuts most of the wind.
374707
Yes, I use this for my hot yoga classes and it works wonderfully. I can't stand the feeling of microfiber so this alternate is ideal.
143553
I have never had any problems like that. If anything you might develop a little bit on condensation but your breath will keep it warm or at least above freezing. I used this while commuting to work and back on my bicycle and all I noticed was a small amount of air restriction from the mesh itself and hardly any condensation.
14762
It is not breathable...... it is meant to keep in your body warmth yet lose the bulkiness.