Arksen Layering Guide
Arksen Performance Layering Guide
Arksen Apparel is engineered for real weather. Real movement. Real freedom.
Whether sailing, ice climbing, trail running or simply navigating shifting seasons, layering is not about adding bulk. It’s about thermal regulation, moisture control and elemental defence without compromising mobility.
A well-designed system allows you to adapt instantly to changing conditions and stay in control of your comfort.
BASE LAYER | THE ENGINE ROOM
Your foundation. Always working.
• Moves moisture away from the skin to prevent chill
• Regulates body climate during activity and recovery
• Sits cleanly beneath technical layers without restriction
Function: Moisture control + temperature stability
MID LAYER | PURPOSEFUL WARMTH
Where insulation meets breathability.
• Traps air to deliver warmth without unnecessary weight
• Maintains airflow during movement
• Continues insulating in damp conditions
Function: Adaptive insulation
OUTER LAYER | ELEMENT DEFENCE
Your shield against the environment.
• Blocks wind, rain, spray and snow
• Allows internal moisture vapour to escape
• Maintains structured mobility in harsh conditions
Function: Weather protection + freedom of movement.
THERMAL OUTER | EXTREME INSULATION
When temperatures drop below freezing, a shell alone isn’t enough.
This is engineered insulation for static, exposed or sub-zero environments — where
heat retention becomes critical.
Designed for:
• Extended periods of low movement
• Offshore or high-altitude exposure
• Severe wind chill
• Expedition conditions
MICRO INSULATION | PRECISION ADD-ONS
Targeted warmth. No excess.
• Adds insulation exactly where needed
• Ideal for modular layering systems
• Enables fast adaptation to shifting output
Function: Lightweight, strategic warmth
HOW IT WORKS TOGETHER
A true layering system is dynamic. It adds warmth where heat is lost, removes insulation as output increases, and protects only what needs protection. It is not about wearing more. It is about making engineered choices that allow your body to perform without fighting your equipment.