Reddit mentions: The best thermal underwear bottoms for men

Welcome to the frozen north and brace yourself - winter straight up sucks. Here are some things that will make it better!!:

These bad boys will keep you from falling on your butt when you're walking on icy roads and parking lots.
A heated mattress pad will keep your bed nice and toasty warm! Sanctuary!!!!
In a similar vein, a heated throw blanket will keep you warm while you're on the couch. The great thing about heated mattress pads/throw blankets/etc. is that it keeps you warm without you needing to turn the heat up, using less heating oil. And using less heating oil is a GOOD THING!
They aren't sexy, but long underwear are effective at keeping the cold at bay.
Chintzy cotton socks aren't gonna cut it anymore. Invest in some solid wool socks. Yes, they cost a lot, but they are worth their weight in gold!

Don't worry - you'll make it :)

https://www.amazon.com/MERIWOOL-Merino-Midweight-Baselayer-Bottom/dp/B01MZWP936/

I like 250g vs something heavier like 400g because I can double up when it's cold or go single layer when it's less cold. And when I'm single layer I have a spare set if I roll my neck seal. Also get wool socks. The costco ones are good or some on amazon. Just be careful as the amazon search results for wool socks have a lot of socks that are like 50% wool but the good ones are like 90+% wool with just a little rayon for stretching. Single socks is ok, double socks is amazing.

Rain pants are OK, but for many days where it's not very cold but quite wet, one can get really uncomfortable and sweaty underneath them. They also get stuck in my chain sometimes, and are baggy and annoying to take on and off.

I've switched away from rain pants and wear some cheap long johns [https://www.amazon.com/Duofold-Weight-Wicking-Thermal-Medium/dp/B006SRTGC2/ref=sr_1_1?s=apparel&ie=UTF8&qid=1487982787&sr=1-1&nodeID=1040658] under some loose but stretchy synthetic shorts. I pack my pants in my bag and change when I get there. I also leave a pair of nicer shoes at work and usually wear my cycling cleats. I leave everything sitting out (not just wadded up in a bag) all day and they are typically completely dry by the time I head home. I've found this arrangement to be much more comfortable than rain pants.

When the weather's nicer I just ride in on my jeans I wear at work. When it's dry and cold I wear the long johns under whatever pants I wear in. As far as my upper body goes, I've found that an undershirt and multiple layers really help keep me warm when it's very cold out.

Gloves are also important. I wear a pair of glove liners under cotton gloves. They both dry out pretty quickly at work.

pack layers and you can shed as needed: heres my layout

Base Layer:

I try to avoid cotton stuff cause of chafing, highly recommend exofficio if thats an issue.

runner leggings/thermal leggings

long sleeve work out material shirt/ thermal shirt

smartwool socks! smartwool is the best. I use it for backpacking too.

Second Layer:

arctix snow bibs from amazon : 40 (You want snow pants/bibs. getting snow all down your pants/up your back is awful.)

A flannel or other heavy shirt type

Third:

I have wantando jacket (70 from amazon) reeeealy warm. Hardly have worn it out and its been like 10-15 on the mountain. Id imagine I could wear it down to zero.

A lighter waterproof jacket incase the heavy jacket is too much.

Gloves: Get some nice waterproof insulated gloves and glove liners.

https://www.amazon.com/Arctix-Essential-Overall-3X-Large-Regular/dp/B003OIRLC0/

https://www.amazon.com/Wantdo-Waterproof-Mountain-Jacket-Windproof/dp/B00OA1B0Z4/

https://www.amazon.com/TM-YUT32-BLK_Medium-Tesla-WinterGear-Compression-Baselayer/dp/B076LW59GF/

https://www.amazon.com/Duofold-Weight-Wicking-Thermal-Medium/dp/B006SRTGC2/

https://www.amazon.com/OZERO-Winter-Gloves-30%C2%B0F-Coldproof/dp/B073191H74/

https://www.amazon.com/SmartWool-Trekking-Heavy-Socks-Medium/dp/B000UZDAZC/

If you got all of those youd be fine an any resort park

I agree with most of this information, but for all of the people from warm climates that will see this, the winters are absolutely manageable, and the way this person wrote the winter segment almost seems like a joke. Suggesting a windbreaker over a thick winter jacket? Perhaps just bad wording, but bad advice. Over-the-ear headphones as protective winter gear? You've got to be kidding.

But yes, if you don't dress for the weather, it's gonna suck. Coming from someone who grew up in upper midwest winters and comfortably biked through the winter for all four years at the U, here's what I think you should get to be comfortable:

• A solid over-ear winter hat
  
• 1-2 beanie winter hats (should cover your ears, good for layering, and you'll lose one)
  
• An absolutely reliable, wind-blocking scarf, cold weather mask, or other face covering
  
• Waterproof/windproof winter jacket (hood recommended)
  
• A nice mid-layer (like a sweatshirt or fleece)
  
• Long underwear/base layers (under armour, thermal leggings, etc)
  
• Skiing gloves (waterproof/windproof-- get two pairs because you'll lose one)
  
• Liner gloves (could be the crappy $2 ones from Target, but it doesn't hurt to spend a bit more)
  
• Wool socks (multiple pairs-- they're comfy and functional)
  
• Waterproof snowboots
  
  It's not hard to thrift for many of these items to get them cheap. Hit the thrift store before October to get your best selection-- heck, go this weekend!
  
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  Also, after being directly connected with more students than I can count from classes and extracurriculars, I didn't know anyone who preferred using the Gopher Way. I wouldn't count on using it unless you want to add 10-30 minutes through isolated tunnels to your commute. It's far easier to reliably bundle up and walk straight to wherever you're going, as long as you can navigate the often-plowed snow (wheelchairs, crutches, and other mobility obstacles might be an exception).

Couple things:

Underarmor "heatgear" is for wearing in the heat, not the cold. Their Coldgear stuff is for the cold.

That red and black suit looks... super sketch, ha. Something like this would work for tights under running shorts, and then wear some poly underwear beneath them. For up top, a long sleeve poly top will be good; doubt you'll need a coat.

You'll feel cold when you walk outside, but once you get going it should balance out. You don't want to be warm when you walk outside. If you're interested in more, I did a whole video on winter running gear which dives deeper.

I haven't turned up definitive information, but based on other types of "causal" pant, Croft & Barrow's "L Tall" and "XL Tall" sizing seems to be about right. See the comments on these, for example: https://www.kohls.com/product/prd-1236378/croft-barrow-solid-jersey-knit-lounge-pants-big-tall.jsp

Assuming the company uses the same sizing across products, these long underwear should be a good length: https://www.amazon.com/Croft-Barrow-Solid-Thermal-Underwear/dp/B01MG2HHCD?th=1&psc=1

So, I'll try to hit each of your points.

As far as organization goes, I typically tried to line up the boxes near the front side cooler where they are stored. It minimizes distance you have to move to stock the shelves.

As your work into the shift, you'll get used to the schedule. Make sure you maintain your schedule though. Try to get to bed at the same time every night and wake up at roughly the same time.

Cheap thermal underwear are great. Like https://www.amazon.com/Duofold-Mens-Mid-Weight-Wicking-Thermal/dp/B006SRT02I/ref=zg_bs_5888822011_2?_encoding=UTF8&refRID=X500F5WM0BX6DTVG2CBD# they make tops too.

Go for healthy drinks, I usually went with just water, or some matcha green tea.

Stretch stretch stretch, before during and after. For really bad aches, I go with bio freeze. The most important thing however is proper lifting. Lift with your legs, keep loads close to the body. Don't twist with the load, move your feet.

Condense when possible, reorganize your stacks to float the empty ones to the top.

Pay debts first

2015 and 2016 were rough for me during winter since I hadn't been diagnosed yet. I spend a considerable amount of time outside at work. And I didn't want to crank the heat in my home and toast friends/family so here's what I used to cope:

I got a nice warm down comforter for my bed.

A heated throw blanket to use around the house.

Zippo hand warmer for times outside.

And thermal under garments. Top. Bottom.

I've also had a Presto heat dish for a number of years. I think I paid $60 at Costco but the going rate seems to be double that now. It's nice because it directs the heat at you rather than warming an entire room.

Thin weatheproof hiking pants + warm layer = 40$ more or less, and as comfortable as a king would want.


edit: quick example (1 minute search and I'm not US based)


https://www.amazon.com/Duofold-Weight-Wicking-Thermal-XX-Large/dp/B006SRTGC2/ref=sr_1_11?ie=UTF8&qid=1539209134&sr=8-11&keywords=warm%2Bunder%2Bclothes%2Bfor%2Bmen&th=1&psc=1
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https://www.amazon.com/Jessie-Kidden-Windproof-Waterproof-5088-Army/dp/B075193NGW/ref=sr_1_6?ie=UTF8&qid=1539209179&sr=8-6&keywords=waterproof+pants

waterproof socks

waterproof shoes

gators

rain pants

bicycle rain jacket (longer sleeves not too baggy) have back pocket for towels.

extra towels

for me its about comfort you wont play well wet and/or cold

ever tried wool over silk its best combo ever from freezing to hot

you stay dry and same temperature inside rain gear no joke. I never wear cotton in the rain.

I don't do what? Wear thermals around the house? I am rocking them right now as a matter of fact and it feels GREAT. Fitextreme brand. Here, I'll toss in an amazon link so you can even experience them for yourself

https://www.amazon.com/MAXHEAT-Fleece-Johns-Thermal-Underwear/dp/B017SJKBY0/ref=sr_1_5?ie=UTF8&qid=1493717425&sr=8-5&keywords=mens+thermal+underwear

Fuck yeah

It's not. You're gonna have to layer.

You want merinowool inners. example. And a really good midlayer as well. A thick fleece can work, but I prefer wool. Example.

And then I would suggest a solid parka. Amazon has TNF McMurdo Parka for 329 dollars, but you would be hardpressed to find anything decent quality at a lower price than that unless you got an outlet near you.

I personally would go for Fjallraven, but from what I gather, those are hard to find in the US and they're usually very expensive. Carhartt has a good cheap parka, but I can't say how warm it is.

I would also need insulated pants at -20, but I run cold.

I'm pretty sure you're a dude, but I bought these ages ago. We haven't had a super cold winter that I've been running for yet, but they're too hot to run in at 30º, so I think they're probably totally up your alley. They definitely have them for men too.

Edit: Men's link.

https://www.amazon.com/MERIWOOL-Merino-Midweight-Baselayer-Bottom/dp/B01N990WLE/

$8 Charcoal color, medium and large sizes, free international shipping. 4 left in stock.

Just ordered 3 myself.

Edit: aaand those are gone

I'd just buy some more long underwear if I were you. You don't have to buy the old white ones, you could buy a more modern version, like these

Duofold makes very similar gear to Under Armor for a lot cheaper. These are usually what I wear as a base layer. For me, these are good for temps in the 20's- 30's F. When it dips down into the teens or single digits I throw a Smartwool shirt and a pair of jogging pants on over the top

https://www.amazon.com/Duofold-Weight-Wicking-Thermal-Medium/dp/B006SRTEZ6/ref=sr_1_fkmr0_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1481984151&sr=8-2-fkmr0&keywords=duofold+thermal+running

https://www.amazon.com/Duofold-Mid-Weight-Moisture-Wicking-Ankle-Length-Layering/dp/B003XRF0IE/ref=pd_sim_193_2?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1&refRID=9JW2S9VNF5R9KC48SJZ1

They also make them in heavy weight, but that would be overkill for the temps here.

Same here, got these and as Long as you get the right size they should be fine. Duofold Men's Thermal Mid Weight Wicking Bottom, Black, Small https://www.amazon.com/dp/B006SRTFYG/ref=cm_sw_r_awd_50PUub1GZMP09

Edit* I ride my bike daily in Montana, and these keep me warm.

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B006SRT17M?psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=oh_aui_detailpage_o09_s00

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B006SRT1WC?psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=oh_aui_detailpage_o07_s00

Throw a light jacket or sweatshirt over the top.

You'll also want some thin wool gloves and possibly a hat.

they're legit like some kind of long john underwear. i wear shit like that under my snow pants to keep me warm when i'm snowboarding.

Your solution is pouch underwear (like obviously) -- or a dance belt like the others are suggesting -- and tights that are actually designed for male anatomy (like this). That way you don't have to precommit to a side for every move -- the silks/bar can go on either side of your equipment. I use this method, and yes you may get looks, but this isn't the sport to hide or 'work around' the fact that you have different equipment than the majority of players.

1. Either Express or HM. Zara you will have to wait a sale.
   
   
2. For top, layering is my go to (t-shirt, oxford / long sleeve , sweater, jacket)
   For bottom, I purchased these thermal pants to wear under my jeans
   
   
3. Almost joggers will do (Adidas,Nike, A&F) with a pair of thermal pants.

https://www.amazon.com/HEROBIKER-Thermal-Underwear-Winter-X-Large/dp/B07VJ2J4LH/

https://www.amazon.com/Rocky-Womens-Thermal-Underwear-Bottom/dp/B01LYGOOOZ/

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B07PXK6BSP?ref=ppx_pt2_mob_b_prod_image

Causal:

Underwear, 4 packs of $30 briefs. 8 pairs total
Dress Socks($15) and White thick socks($15).
Sneakers ($100)
White T-shirt, undershirt ($25, 4 of them)
Jeans ($70 each) (2 pairs. One "normal color", one darker)
Belts ($15) (2 of them, 1 is a spare)
Thermal Underwear ($21 each) (3 pairs)
Affordable no logo T-Shirts (5, $20 each), Button Shirts casual ($30 each, 1), Thicker wool shirts (3, $40 each)
A winter coat ($200)
A windbreaker or other light coat ($70)
gloves, hat, scarf ($150 together)

Total: $1250
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Buy quality, not crap. This is going onto your body and is a direct part of YOU.

If you want to get under $1000, only 3 white shirts, less affordable T-shirts, no button shirt, 2 thicker shirts, no scarf, no dress socks.

Everyone, feel free to criticize and improve on this.