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Polarmax Double Layer
Built for Cold. Built for Work.

Our best selling, two-layer construction traps heat and pulls moisture away from your skin — keeping you warm, dry, and comfortable from the jobsite to the weekend.

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Performance Thermal Base Layers For Real-World Cold

Built on 40 Years of Cold-Weather Experience

From job sites to backyards to backcountry trails, Polarmax has been helping people stay warm and comfortable for generations.

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Built for cold. Backed by people who care. Our US-based customer support team is here to make sure you’re taken care of — before and after every order.
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Mountain Fleece Thermals

Mountain Fleece is the warmest Polarmax base layer, designed for very cold conditions and low-to-moderate activity where maximum warmth and comfort matter most.

  • Heavyweight thermal fleece for very cold weather
  • Synthetic, non-wool fabric for itch-free warmth
  • Relaxed fit
  • Mechanical stretch for natural movement without elastic fibers
  • Structured feel that maintains shape during extended wear
  • Soft fleece interior for next-to-skin comfort
  • Designed to layer smoothly under outerwear
  • Best for: Very cold conditions, skiing, snowmobiling, standing or low-output activity
  • Not ideal for: High-output activities
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Microfleece Base Layers

Microfleece is a midweight thermal layer designed for moderate to high activity in cold conditions. It delivers soft, breathable warmth while maintaining flexible movement, making it ideal for layering or as a standalone base layer on active days.

  • Midweight synthetic fleece for soft, breathable warmth
  • Flexible, movement-friendly stretch for unrestricted activity
  • Suitable as standalone or layering base layer
  • Moisture-wicking for quick drying during activity
  • Non-wool construction for itch-free comfort
  • Maintains shape and performance through extended wear and wash cycles
  • Perfect for active outdoor cold-weather use
  • Best for: Moderate to high-output cold-weather activities. Users seeking balanced warmth without bulk.
  • Not ideal for: Very cold, stationary conditions requiring maximum insulation. Low-output use where bulkier warmth is preferred.
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Active Stretch Base Layers

Active Stretch is a performance stretch body fit construction that allows the fabric to move freely with the body during dynamic activity, supporting mobility without restricting movement or losing shape.

  • Designed for active movement and dynamic use
  • Stretches with the body to reduce restriction
  • Maintains fit during bending, squatting, and extended wear
  • More flexible than mechanical stretch fabrics
  • Comfortable for performance layering
  • Best for: Cold-weather activities with frequent movement, moderate to high output use.
  • Not ideal for: Very cold conditions with minimal activity
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Double Layer Thermals

Double Layer Thermals combine a dual-layer fabric construction to provide extra warmth without excessive bulk. Engineered for moderate activity in cold conditions, they move with the body while maintaining fit and comfort.

  • Dual-layer fabric construction for balanced warmth and comfort
  • Provides extra insulation without bulk
  • Comfortable for all-day wear and layering
  • Synthetic, non-wool construction for itch-free performance
  • Durable through repeated use and wash cycles
  • Works as a midweight base layer between lightweight and heavyweight options.
  • Best for: Sustained cold and moderate activity. All-day warmth with consistent comfort.
  • Not ideal for: Mild conditions where overheating may occur. High-output, dynamic activity.
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Men's Active Stretch Bottom

Men's Active Stretch Bottom
$ 50.00
    • Black long-sleeve shirt on a white background

    Men's Active Stretch Crewneck

    Men's Active Stretch Crewneck
    $ 50.00
    • Polarmax Men's Base Layer Pants for Men in Black, Ideal for Comfortable Layering in Cold Weather

    Men's Double Layer Bottoms

    Men's Double Layer Bottoms
    $ 40.00
    • Polarmax men's thermal base layer shirt in black long sleeve top for cold weather

    Men's Double Layer Crewneck

    Men's Double Layer Crewneck
    $ 40.00
    • Black and red socks with visible branding on a white background
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    Men's Low Volume Winter Sport Sock

    Men's Low Volume Winter Sport Sock
    $ 30.00
    • Polarmax black men's merino wool base layer long sleeve top for thermal comfort and moisture control
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    Men's Merino Wool Crewneck

    Men's Merino Wool Crewneck
    $ 60.00
    • Polarmax black men's merino wool base layer long bottoms for cold weather
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    Men's Merino Wool Tight

    Men's Merino Wool Tight
    $ 60.00
    • Men's MicroFleece Boot Tech Tight
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    Men's MicroFleece Boot Tech Tight

    Men's MicroFleece Boot Tech Tight
    $ 57.50

    • Customers are saying

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    Collection Fabric Content GSM Warmth Weight Stretch Best For Not Ideal For Origin Link
    Double Layer 100% Polyester 150 Medium Midweight Dual-layer / Mechanical Stretch Sustained cold, moderate activity, layering under looser fitting outerwear High-output activity, mild conditions, use under snug fitting bottoms Imported View →
    Military Fleece 100% Polyester 160 Maximum Midweight-Heavy Mechanical Stretch Extreme cold-weather base layers during low-to-medium activity High-output activities in cool weather Imported View →
    Merino Wool 67% Polyester / 28% Merino / 5% Spandex 175 Medium Midweight Four-way / Flexible Cold conditions, moisture management, odor control, multi-day wear Heavy-duty work use or warm weather Imported View →
    Single Layer 100% Polyester 175 Light Lightweight Mechanical Stretch High-output or dynamic activity requiring maximum breathability Very cold or stationary conditions Imported View →
    Active Stretch 84% Polyester / 16% Spandex 180 Medium Midweight Four-way / High-mobility High-movement cold-weather activity, skiing, snowboarding, outdoor work Low-output stationary use or extreme cold where warmth is top priority Imported View →
    Mountain Fleece 100% Polyester 205 Maximum Heavyweight Mechanical Stretch Very cold conditions, low-to-moderate activity, all-day warmth High-output or dynamic activity Imported View →
    Microfleece 92% Polyester / 8% Spandex 230 Medium-Heavy Midweight-Heavy Four-way / Flexible Heavy-duty work use or cold weather High-output activity Imported View →
    Wool Double Layer 70% Polyester, 30% Wool Outer; 100% Polyester Inner 230 Medium-Heavy Midweight-Heavy Dual-layer / Mechanical Stretch Very cold conditions, low-to-moderate activity, all-day warmth High-output, warm weather or dynamic activity Imported View →

    Double Layer

    Fabric Content 100% Polyester
    GSM 150
    Warmth Medium
    Weight Midweight
    Stretch Dual-layer / Mechanical Stretch
    Best For Sustained cold, moderate activity, layering under looser fitting outerwear
    Not Ideal For High-output activity, mild conditions, use under snug fitting bottoms
    Origin Imported
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    Military Fleece

    Fabric Content 100% Polyester
    GSM 160
    Warmth Maximum
    Weight Midweight-Heavy
    Stretch Mechanical Stretch
    Best For Extreme cold-weather base layers during low-to-medium activity
    Not Ideal For High-output activities in cool weather
    Origin Imported
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    Merino Wool

    Fabric Content 67% Polyester / 28% Merino / 5% Spandex
    GSM 175
    Warmth Medium
    Weight Midweight
    Stretch Four-way / Flexible
    Best For Cold conditions, moisture management, odor control, multi-day wear
    Not Ideal For Heavy-duty work use or warm weather
    Origin Imported
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    Single Layer

    Fabric Content 100% Polyester
    GSM 175
    Warmth Light
    Weight Lightweight
    Stretch Mechanical Stretch
    Best For High-output or dynamic activity requiring maximum breathability
    Not Ideal For Very cold or stationary conditions
    Origin Imported
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    Active Stretch

    Fabric Content 84% Polyester / 16% Spandex
    GSM 180
    Warmth Medium
    Weight Midweight
    Stretch Four-way / High-mobility
    Best For High-movement cold-weather activity, skiing, snowboarding, outdoor work
    Not Ideal For Low-output stationary use or extreme cold where warmth is top priority
    Origin Imported
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    Mountain Fleece

    Fabric Content 100% Polyester
    GSM 205
    Warmth Maximum
    Weight Heavyweight
    Stretch Mechanical Stretch
    Best For Very cold conditions, low-to-moderate activity, all-day warmth
    Not Ideal For High-output or dynamic activity
    Origin Imported
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    Microfleece

    Fabric Content 92% Polyester / 8% Spandex
    GSM 230
    Warmth Medium-Heavy
    Weight Midweight-Heavy
    Stretch Four-way / Flexible
    Best For Heavy-duty work use or cold weather
    Not Ideal For High-output activity
    Origin Imported
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    Wool Double Layer

    Fabric Content 70% Polyester, 30% Wool Outer; 100% Polyester Inner
    GSM 230
    Warmth Medium-Heavy
    Weight Midweight-Heavy
    Stretch Dual-layer / Mechanical Stretch
    Best For Very cold conditions, low-to-moderate activity, all-day warmth
    Not Ideal For High-output, warm weather or dynamic activity
    Origin Imported
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