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?
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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.
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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
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Other waterproof mattress covers have a heavy plastic on the back causing excessive sweating.the cool shield protects but does not cause sweating. My husband is bed ridden and really sweats but with the cool shield you get the protection without the sweating. Great product. We love it.
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It only keeps it lukewarm and that is all. In my opinion, it is not insulated enough for that. I should have sent mine back but I didn't. I would not rebuy this product myself. Hope this helps.
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I sent mine back, I did not trust that the thick clear coating would hold up to constant moisture exposure. Simple fact is, it will be impossible to maintain with teak oil, and it looked cheesy. Spend more, I went to a $300 unit that is vastly better and it folds down, not up like this one.
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Temp wise, it doesn't hold a ton of heat like I have seen complaints with other brands. You should look into ones with the cooling gel if you like being cold.
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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 not Buy this!
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It's big enough to use it in any position. The directions say you're not supposed to lay on it and lay it on yourself instead, but I've used it both ways (under and on top of me). This is the best heating pad I've ever had. I don't know how it makes moisture, but it does. It has lasted me longer than the cheaper ones too!
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This product states that it "insulates against heat, cold, noise and moisture. I've sold lots and have had no complaints about moisture.
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I think if you heat the Hot/Cold pack you might not get condensation but I would do a test run first. Good luck!
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It is not breathable and yes it holds your body heat. I am thinking of returning it? It does NOT disperse your body heat.
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That's probably at the edge of it, if you're talking about jacket and bibs. I sat in an ice hut with good heat in my bibs and a sweatshirt and I was fine, but I wouldn't want to have kept the jacket on. Obviously personal tolerance comes into play. It's definitely the best deep cold suit for the money - worth every penny.
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For that temp range mid-weight would be way too much for me. I would go for several light layers. Your insulation needs will vary widely during hiking, resting etc. so it will be the old story of layer up and layer down.
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Therapeutic Support Base: 2lb Ventilated Cool Airflow Layer: 2lb Memory Foam Comfort Layer: 4lbs I emailed them and got this information. It should be reliable :)
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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.
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I am using a slatted base and it works fine. I was worried about the foam bending through the slats, but it has not. I should also mention that I kept a clean piece of cardboard from the interior of the box that the mattress shipped in, and put this piece of cardboard under where our bodies go. It seems to have done the trick - and for free!
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It's not soft, it's tarp like material. It just better made and thinker. Plus has the reflective material to help you body retain more heat. You could use it to put under a tent to keep the floor of the tent dry. This wouldn't be good for a soft warmth post polar bear plunge.
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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.