Customer Reviews Smartwool Classic Thermal Merino Base Layer Bottom

I work outside year 'round on a farm in a place where it's quite windy and winter temperatures are frequently sub-zero. While I admit the price point made my heart skip a beat I can now say these are worth EVERY penny you spend on them. Super soft, great fitting under my jeans without pulling or chafing, excellent shape retention, wear like iron, and the warmth and/or breathability is unparalleled. I get in the house from working outside and I don't want to take them off. They're just that nice. Plus they've got some cute designs and colors. I'll be slowly trading out every other brand I own and getting more of these. Smartwool has definitely won a customer for life!

Toasty warm base layer for downhill skiing!!!!!

#sweepstakes Bought this item for my girl friend and she loves it. It's comfortable and warm

So warm, toasty, and soft!

I love these. So warm and they hold their shape after multiple wears.

It's warm especially for temperature below 25 degrees

Excellent base layer. The marino is warm,soft, comfortable. The best. Don't hesitate to treat yourself to a pair or two.

Love my thermal layer for skiing and fat biking on cold days. Very warm and fit well.

These are all I wear in the winter. Super warm bottoms. Wash well in cold/delicate and hang dry. I have 3 colors as my winter uniform with boots and sweaters.

skiing, cold days outside. Sooo warm and comfy

I wear these as a base layer for winter sports, but also just as leggings under mini skirts when it's cold out - they keep me way warmer than any other leggings! Fit it great - I usually wear a small and got a small in these. They are slightly higher than mid-rise, so they hold everything in decently. I have them in 2 colors but want to get a few more! #sweepstakes

Very warm, soft and comfortable. The 2 I kept fit great and allow complete freedom of movement, although they tend to slide down a bit when running in them. (My hips are relatively narrow compared to my waist, so I'll try a smaller size for running.) Those I returned had a shorter rear rise that was not as comfortable. All were size large. The legs are far longer than I need (I'm 5'2", inseam about 28"), but my folded up cuffs stay in place and look ok, so shortening isn't essential. The extra fabric at the ankles helps keep them warm! Unlike my synthetic running pants, these don't get smelly, which greatly simplifies laundry!

These are great leggings, very well cut to flatter the figure and warm but not hot or itchy at all. I washed them in cold water and hung to dry. They were perfect and did not take long to be ready to wear again. My only dislike is that the elastic around the upper hipbones is a bit too tight for me otherwise they would be 5 stars all around. I think I will try the 150 base leggings next for days in the 40's and 50's. I'm in Kansas so everyday can be different-it's whatever sweeps across the plains.

These are soft and thick, and very supple. They are very warm, and have kept me comfortable during long days in winter outdoor research. I am a female-born person, and prefer the cut of men's baselayers. These are not too baggy due to stretchy nature, and I'm sure Smartwool could easily market this cut to all gender identities.

I'm just completely satisfied

good for skiing

I am in love with these bottoms. I bought them for warmth during my contest cycling commute but now I wear them every day around the house, for pajamas, and as a base layer. The material is incredibly soft and comfortable and they keep me warm (but not too warm!). They fit a little loose around the thighs but it's fine with me. I have worn them a lot and they really seem to be holding up to the washing and wearing very well. Definitely plan to get another pair.

Feel great

Perfect fit, plenty warm #sweepstakes

These are my cold weather go to, to stay warm. I like the fit, almost perfect. Seeing as I am only 4'10" I must shorten the legs. I found if I take the legs up at the knees then the ankle line stays intact and the lower legs are smooth. These do not pill and are VERY warm. I also feel they are worth the money. I've bought other brands, but end up rebuilding the whole product. So to get a pair of tights that fit excellently I am happy,

So far my girlfriend has no complaints, if anything, this baselayer works too well! And that's always a good thing when a product works too well. She's commented on how soft and warm these are, all while staying light weight. Looking forward to purchasing these in the 150 model.

My second pairlove these items. Nice deep blue color too. Our house is chilly, so I wear these under my clothes at home most of the winter.

was very warm

I love the softness and warmth of the wool. I am back on the site to see about getting another pair. Good job smart wool!

Smartwool did an excellent job with this heavy base; layer is the true to size and a perfect fit! I love the color. I wear is around the house for lounging and as a base layer working shoveling snow, and exercising. The pants stay put! Yay! I would strongly recommend this pants and buy it again!