As an outdoorsman, a hunter, and a guy who’s spent enough cold nights in the field to know better (but apparently still doesn’t), let me tell you: layered clothing isn’t just a luxury, it’s survival 101. In the military, we had a saying: “There’s no such thing as bad weather, just bad gear,” but let me confess—I’ve been that idiot who thought a hoodie, ranger panties, and bravado would cut it. Layering keeps you warm, dry, and functional by trapping heat and wicking sweat, so you don’t freeze when the temperature drops. A solid base layer keeps the sweat off, the insulating mid-layer locks in the warmth, and the outer shell blocks wind and rain. Skip one, and you’re just a popsicle with a rifle. So, whether you’re glassing a hillside or just trying not to become a cautionary tale, trust me: bring good coffee, embrace the layers and leave the ego at home—it’s lighter that way!
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