Top Rated: F-Lite Megalight 140 Base Layer 1/2 Shorts (8.5 / 10)
Category: Trekking Baselayer Bottoms
The F-Lite Megalight 140 Half Short Baselayers are made from an ideal mix of materials which combine for exceptional moisture management (wicking). They're comfortable when soaking wet and dry incredibly quickly. They don't get clammy when you're hot and sweaty or when you're soaked through, and after many miles in both the very hot and very cold, I've never experienced any chafing or discomfort. With a slightly compressive, form-hugging fit, they offer good support. At just over 100g they're light enough to carry a spare on very long treks (though probably not necessary), and to top it off they are free of stupid flappy labels. The F-Lite 140s are a superbly functional, practically seamless, year-round baselayer and the only thing we can't understand is why they're not better known. Treat your legs to a pair - they deserve it. The F-Lite Megalight 140 Half Shorts are Scramble's top pick in the Trekking Baselayer Bottoms category.
The F-Lite baselayer bottoms are a year-round baselayer. In winter we pair these with the Odlo Cubic Tights which are also covered in the full review linked to below.