UNDERSTANDING THE DESIGNATIONS

LEVEL

Mirroring the military’s ECWCS Gen 3 system, each level reflects a specific role in the layering process.

LAYER

Grouped based on their form, fit, function, and fabric. This is the most common way to categorize layers.

ENVIRONMENT

Organized by the environments they were developed for, these correlate with climate zones to simplify your survival needs.

LEVEL

Mirroring the military’s ECWCS Gen 3 system, each level reflects a specific role in the layering process.

Click on a level below to learn more about how it functions in the system.

L1 - BASELAYERS

Bask L1 Pullover front studio image #group_stellar-blue

L1 - BASELAYERS

Baselayers are the foundation of our layering system. An L1 keeps you cool during periods of high output, and they’re the starting point for your system’s moisture transport and heat retention.

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L2 - MIDWEIGHT BASELAYERS

L2 - Celeris Long John - Beyond Clothing USA #group_navy

L2 - MIDWEIGHT BASELAYERS

Our Midweight Baselayers are warmer, slightly heavier alternatives to standard Baselayers, and can be layered over an L1 for extra heat retention without sacrificing breathability.

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L3 - ACTIVE INSULATION

L3 - ACTIVE INSULATION

The workhorse layer when it comes to insulation. A midweight performance L3 provides exceptional heat retention while on the move and can also be used as a wind-resistant outer layer depending on the environment.

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L4 - WIND PROTECTION

L4 - Women's Ventum Ultralight Hoodie - Beyond Clothing USA #group_navy

L4 - WIND PROTECTION

The lowest layer in the system designed first and foremost as outerwear. An L4's lightweight packability combines with wind- and water-resistant protection to make it an ideal choice for rapidly changing climates.

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L5 - SOFTSHELLS

L5 - Women's Corday Jacket - Beyond Clothing USA #group_arctic-white

L5 - SOFTSHELLS

The working layer of your system, an L5 is responsible for the final step of kicking your moisture to the outside. Protection from the elements is balanced against breathability and mobility, making this the go-to protective layer when on the move.

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L6 - RAIN PROTECTION

L6 - RAIN PROTECTION

L6 Rain layers offer complete wind and water protection in active and static environments. These garments have fully taped waterproof seams. Our L6 layers are also extremely packable and abrasion resistant.

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L7 - STATIC INSULATION

An L7 is a fortress against extreme-cold environments. Durable construction fight off rain and wind, and excellent, fast-drying insulation retains heat even while wet.

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L8 - POLAR INSULATION

L8 - Allta Parka - Beyond Clothing USA #group_rescue-red

L8 - POLAR INSULATION

Our absolute toughest protection against the cold, an L8 is designed to retain warmth in climates as low as -70°F. Temperature-regulating insulation and windproof but still breathable micro ripstop make this an ideal layer in both active and static circumstances.

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LAYERS

Products are grouped based on their form, fit, function, and fabric. This is the most common way to categorize layers.

Click on a layer below to learn more about how it functions in the system.

BASELAYERS

Product Image of the L1 Aether Pullover and L1 Women's Aether Pullover.

BASELAYERS

Baselayers are the foundation of our layering system. That keeps you cool during periods of high output, and they’re the starting point for your system’s moisture transport and heat retention.

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SOFTSHELLS

Product image of the L5 Rig Sofshell Jacket and the L5 Women's Rig Softshell Jacket.

SOFTSHELLS

Flexible outer layers that provide wind and water resistance while maximizing breathability and mobility in cold or changing conditions.

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HARDSHELLS

Product image of the L6 Rain Jacket Advanced and the L6 Rain Jacket.

HARDSHELLS

Reliably durable weatherproof outer layers built to deliver maximum protection from wind, rain, and snow in the harshest conditions.

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LOW-LOFT INSULATION

Product Image of Trail Jager Jacket and Alpha Aura Jacket.

LOW-LOFT INSULATION

Provides lightweight warmth with minimal bulk, offering efficient thermal regulation and layering versatility in cold to extreme cold conditions.

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HIGH-LOFT INSULATION

Product image of the L7 Cold Jacket Advanced and the L8 Chosin ECW Parka

HIGH-LOFT INSULATION

Delivers maximum warmth and heat retention in extreme cold, using thicker, more thermally efficient materials while maintaining mobility and packability.

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ENVIRONMENTAL BREAKDOWN

Organized by the environments they were developed for, these correlate with climate zones to simplify your survival needs..

Navigate the tabs below to learn more about a specific environment and find an example kit for each.

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

PRIMARY

L2

Baselayer

A2 - Krios Pullover - Beyond Clothing USA

A2 - Krios Long John - Beyond Clothing USA

L5

Softshell

A3 - Alpha Lochi Jacket (Reversible) - Beyond Clothing USA

L8

High-Loft

K5 - Testa Softshell Jacket - Beyond Clothing USA

K5 - Testa Softshell Pant - Beyond Clothing USA

ALTERNATE

L6

Hardshell

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

PRIMARY

L1

Baselayer

A1 - Aether Pullover - Beyond Clothing USA

A1 - Aether Long John - Beyond Clothing USA

L3

Low-Loft

L3/L7

High-Loft

L5

Softshell

ALTERNATE

L7

High-Loft

L5

Softshell

COLD WET (28° - 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

PRIMARY

L1

Baselayer

L5

Softshell

L6

Hardshell

ALTERNATE

L3

Low-Loft

A3 - Alpha Sweater - Beyond Clothing USA

TEMPERATE (45° - 75° F)

TEMPERATE

45° - 75° F

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

EXAMPLE KIT

PRIMARY

L1

Baselayer

L3/L5

Low-Loft

L5

Softshell

ALTERNATE

L3

Low-Loft

HOT (ABOVE 75° F)

HOT

ABOVE 75° F

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

EXAMPLE KIT

Uniform

A1 - Aether Boxer Brief - Beyond Clothing USA

Uniform

Equitorial mission blouse 2.0 in multicam. #group_multicam

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