System BUILDER

We approach builDing kits based ofF the enviroment breakdown.

*Click the tabs below to learn more about a specific environment.

HOT (ABOVE 75° F)

HOT

ABOVE 75° F

In Hot environments, your main concern is moisture management and breathability. Our L9's work directly next to the skin to wick up sweat and breathe it out, helping keep you dry and cool.

EXAMPLE KIT

ACTIVE

L9

Uniform

Equatorial mission shirt in mulitcam. #group_multicam

L9 | Equatorial Mission Shirt

L9

Uniform

A9-E - Equatorial Pant - Beyond Clothing USA #group_multicam

L9 | Equatorial Mission Pant

TEMPERATE (45° - 75° F)

TEMPERATE

45° - 75° F

In Temperate/Wet environments, you want to balance breathability and protection from the elements. Our L5 - Softshell layers will provide plenty of protection from light rain and wind while providing optimal breathability.

EXAMPLE KIT

ACTIVE

L1

Baselayers

A1 - Aether Pullover - Beyond Clothing USA #group_coyote

L1 | Aether Pullover

A1 - Aether Long John - Beyond Clothing USA #group_coyote

L1 | Aether Long John

L5/L6

Shells

A6 - Rain Jacket Durable - Beyond Clothing USA #group_multicam

L6 | Hardshell Jacket - Advanced

A6 - Rain Pant Durable - Beyond Clothing USA #group_multicam

L6 | Hardshell Pant - Advanced

STATIC

L3

Active Insulation

A3 - Alpha Lochi Jacket (Reversible) - Beyond Clothing USA #group_black-multicam

Alpha Lochi Jacket

COLD WET (32° - 45° F)

COLD - WET

32° - 45° F

In a Cold/Wet environment, staying dry is the key to warmth. A waterproof shell will protect you from environmental moisture like rain and snow and highly breathable insulating layers will pull excess perspiration away from your body.

EXAMPLE KIT

ACTIVE

L1

Baselayers

A1 - Aether Pullover - Beyond Clothing USA #group_coyote

L1 | Aether Pullover

A1 - Aether Long John - Beyond Clothing USA #group_coyote

L1 | Aether Long John

L5*

Softhells

A5 - Rig Light Jacket Multicam - Beyond Clothing USA

L5 | Back Country Jacket

A5 - Rig Light Backcountry Pant Multicam - Beyond Clothing USA #group_multicam

L5 | Back Country Pant

L6

Rain Protection

A6 - Rain Jacket - Beyond Clothing USA #group_coyote

L6 | Hardshell Jacket

A6 - Rain Pant - Beyond Clothing USA #group_coyote

L6 | Hardshell Pant

STATIC

L3

Active Insulation

A3 - Alpha Lochi Jacket (Reversible) - Beyond Clothing USA #group_black-multicam

Alpha Lochi Jacket

COLD DRY (0° - 32° F)

COLD - DRY

0° - 32° F

Cold/Dry environments are usually windier. Wind protection and insulation are key considerations. Also ensure you are using layers that wick moisture away from your skin to keep you warm.

EXAMPLE KIT

ACTIVE

L1

Baselayers

A1 - Aether Pullover - Beyond Clothing USA #group_coyote

L1 | Aether Pullover

A1 - Aether Long John - Beyond Clothing USA #group_coyote

L1 | Aether Long John

L3

Active Insulation

A3 - Alpha Lochi Jacket (Reversible) - Beyond Clothing USA #group_black-ocp

Alpha Lochi Jacket - NSR

L5

Softshells

A5 - Rig Light Jacket Multicam - Beyond Clothing USA

L5 | Back Country Jacket

A5 - Rig Light Backcountry Pant Multicam - Beyond Clothing USA #group_multicam

L5 | Back Country Pant

STATIC

L7

Static Insulation

A7 - Advanced Cold Jacket with name, service and rank patches. #group_ocp

L7 | Cold Jacket - NSR

A7 - Cold Pant - Beyond Clothing USA

EXTREME COLD (-40° - 0° F)

EXTREME COLD

-40° - 0° F

Extreme cold environments are usually dry and sunny. Wind resistance and insulation are generally a higher priority than protection from rain. Depending on whether your activity is more static or active, high-loft layers like an L7 may be required.

EXAMPLE KIT

ACTIVE

L2

Midweight Baselayer

A2 - Krios Pullover - Beyond Clothing USA #group_coyote

L2 | Krios Pullover

A2 - Krios Long John - Beyond Clothing USA #group_coyote

L2 | Krios Long John

L3

Active Insulation

A3 - Alpha Lochi Jacket (Reversible) - Beyond Clothing USA #group_black-ocp

Alpha Lochi Jacket - NSR

L5

Softshell

A5 - Rig Softshell Jacket W/NSR

A5 - Rig Softshell Pant Multicam - Beyond Clothing USA #group_multicam

A5 - Rig Softshell Pant

STATIC

L7

Static Insulation

A7 - Advanced Cold Jacket with name, service and rank patches. #group_ocp

L7 | Cold Jacket - NSR

A7 - Cold Pant - Beyond Clothing USA

Quick Reference Guide

Here is a break down of all environments and which layers to use in each condition.

ENVIROMENT L1 L2 L3 L4 L5 L6 L7 L8
HOT: 106° TO 75°
ACTIVE USE
ACTIVE USE
TEMPERATE: 45° TO 75°
ACTIVE USE
STATIC USE
COLD: 32° TO 45°
ACTIVE USE
OPTIONAL
ACTIVE/STATIC USE
ACTIVE USE
ACTIVE/STATIC USE
STATIC USE
COLD-DRY: 0° TO 32°
ACTIVE USE
OPTIONAL
ACTIVE USE
OPTIONAL
ACTIVE USE
STATIC USE
EXTREME COLD: -40° TO 0°
OPTIONAL
ACTIVE USE
ACTIVE USE
OPTIONAL
ACTIVE USE
STATIC USE
POLAR: -70° TO -40°
OPTIONAL
ACTIVE USE
ACTIVE USE
OPTIONAL
ACTIVE USE
ACTIVE/STATIC USE

Active Use - Refers to when you're on the move (hiking, climbing, skiing, etc).

Static Use - Refers to situations when you are not moving (sitting, resting, eating etc)

Optional/Environment Dependent - Refers to situations where you might be in the temperature range but need more protection from elements such as wind or gusts or if you are more susceptible to the cold.

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