Mountain Running Layers - Benji Wiederkehr

My personal favorites of clothing layers for high-alpine mountain running in all conditions.

Benji Wiederkehr's expert gear recommendations on Rendezvu

Products in this list

Wadi Tee 2.0 by PATH Projects — I really like this shirt, because it’s super light, wicks moisture quickly, and doesn’t sag when wet.
Norvan Downword Logo Shirt SS Men's by Arc'teryx — I’m using an earlier, discontinued shirt, called the Motus short-sleeve shirt, but I assume these two are fairly comparable.
Cormac Crew Neck Shirt LS Men's by Arc'teryx — When expecting lower temperatures or higher winds, I layer a longsleeve over a shortsleeve or go longsleeve only.
Wadi LS Hooded Tee 2.0 by Path Projects — When expecting a lot of direct sunlight and hot conditions, I’m using a sun hoodie for additional protection.
Norvan Windshell Hoody by Arc'teryx — I’m using an earlier version of this hoodie but I assume they are fairly comparable: breathable, lightweight, packs down super small, and yet very protective from higher winds on exposed ridges in mild to cool temperatures.
Norvan Jacket by Arc'teryx — I’m using an older version of this hoodie with the GORE-TEX membrane on the outside. It’s simply fantastic: bulletproof, packable, superlight.
Rho LT Hoody by Arc'teryx — I mostly use this as a baselayer in very cold conditions, but it works as a standalone in cool conditions as well (except for technical climbing and bushwacking).
A60 Hoodie by Senchi Designs — When expecting temperatures below freezing, I layer a Alpha Direct 60 hoodie between my baselayer and my outershell (wind or rain hoodie). Breathable, hydrophobic, ultralight insulation.
Cerium Hoody by Arc'teryx — When expecting temperatures below freezing on routes with downtime or sleep, I’m bringing this hoody against the cold. It’s typically too warm while moving, but excellent insulation at rest.
Sykes PX by PATH Projects — My all-time favorite running shorts with the perfect storage capacity and configuration (three zipper pockets and one internal key pocket).
Montane Unisex Minimus Nano Pull Over Waterproof Pants by Montane — The lightest waterproof pants around with a large enough zipper to put or take off without taking your shoes off.
Norvan Shell Pants by Arc'teryx — When I plan to run for extended periods in long pants in cold and wet conditions, I choosing these. The zipper and leg is not wide enough to fit over my shoes, but the pants are very comfortable and breath decently well.

Mountain Running Layers - Benji Wiederkehr

My personal favorites of clothing layers for high-alpine mountain running in all conditions.

Benji Wiederkehr's expert gear recommendations on Rendezvu

Products in this list

Wadi Tee 2.0 by PATH Projects — I really like this shirt, because it’s super light, wicks moisture quickly, and doesn’t sag when wet.
Norvan Downword Logo Shirt SS Men's by Arc'teryx — I’m using an earlier, discontinued shirt, called the Motus short-sleeve shirt, but I assume these two are fairly comparable.
Cormac Crew Neck Shirt LS Men's by Arc'teryx — When expecting lower temperatures or higher winds, I layer a longsleeve over a shortsleeve or go longsleeve only.
Wadi LS Hooded Tee 2.0 by Path Projects — When expecting a lot of direct sunlight and hot conditions, I’m using a sun hoodie for additional protection.
Norvan Windshell Hoody by Arc'teryx — I’m using an earlier version of this hoodie but I assume they are fairly comparable: breathable, lightweight, packs down super small, and yet very protective from higher winds on exposed ridges in mild to cool temperatures.
Norvan Jacket by Arc'teryx — I’m using an older version of this hoodie with the GORE-TEX membrane on the outside. It’s simply fantastic: bulletproof, packable, superlight.
Rho LT Hoody by Arc'teryx — I mostly use this as a baselayer in very cold conditions, but it works as a standalone in cool conditions as well (except for technical climbing and bushwacking).
A60 Hoodie by Senchi Designs — When expecting temperatures below freezing, I layer a Alpha Direct 60 hoodie between my baselayer and my outershell (wind or rain hoodie). Breathable, hydrophobic, ultralight insulation.
Cerium Hoody by Arc'teryx — When expecting temperatures below freezing on routes with downtime or sleep, I’m bringing this hoody against the cold. It’s typically too warm while moving, but excellent insulation at rest.
Sykes PX by PATH Projects — My all-time favorite running shorts with the perfect storage capacity and configuration (three zipper pockets and one internal key pocket).
Montane Unisex Minimus Nano Pull Over Waterproof Pants by Montane — The lightest waterproof pants around with a large enough zipper to put or take off without taking your shoes off.
Norvan Shell Pants by Arc'teryx — When I plan to run for extended periods in long pants in cold and wet conditions, I choosing these. The zipper and leg is not wide enough to fit over my shoes, but the pants are very comfortable and breath decently well.