As Alfred Wainwright said, “There's no such thing as bad weather, only unsuitable clothing”, and, when you are preparing to venture out into the cold, it is important to get your foundation layers right. The HP1 BL series from Dainese takes care of this by ensuring you are starting off in the right direction.

The shirt and pants are sold separately - they understandably work well together but can obviously be used individually. Both are made from 10% Dryarn, 85% Polyamide and 5% Elastane. Designed for skiers (or boarders) who want to push themselves to the limit, Dainese have utilised years of research in the dynamics of the human body to understand which parts of the body are never extended or contracted, they then joined up these points along “non-extension lines” so the pressure placed on the body is kept constant. This research led to the creation of the BIOSUIT which was used by NASA astronauts and has filtered down into the HP1 BL series. It’s good to know you can use these both on the slopes and on the moon!

The seamless technology and the Dryarn fabric create excellent insulation with good ventilation as well as a high level of comfort. The ‘non-extension lines’ produce a compression effect that helps keep muscles in position when skiing, along with all the other benefits of compression apparel. The shirt and pants are available in sizes XS/S - XL/XXL and come in either Stretch-Limo/Misty-Rose or Stretch-Limo/Gunmetal (both basically black). The material is bacteriostatic, hypoallergenic and anti-odour, a must have for base layers, however they shouldn’t make you sweat too much due to the interwoven micromesh sections for improved airflow. The pants feature a ¾ length cut which reduces bulk around the ankles, making it easier to slip on ski boots and technical socks.

Both the HP1 BL shirt and pants are wonderfully comfortable: the premium construction ensures breathability and flexibility whilst providing a compression-style fit that hugs you in all the right places, keeping you warm whilst you shred up the slopes. RRP: £71.50 (HP1 BL Shirt) & £62.50 (HP1 BL Pants)

4.8 out of 5

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Pros

Thermal

Comfortable

Breathable

Compression

Flexible

Flatlock seams

¾ length pants

Cons

Limited colours (black or black)