Base Layer Shirts

Base Layer Shirts

The Base Layer Shirt is the unsung hero of your outdoor wardrobe – the shirt before the shirt (IYKYK). Whether you need a technical UPF 50+ shirt to wick away moisture or an eco-friendly tee with a soft, cottony feel, we have you covered. Get the whole crew ready for adventure in style with base layer shirts that are built to layer.

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Vapor Apparel Sun Protection Men's Fiddler Crab Solar Long Sleeve
Vapor Apparel Sun Protection Men's Fiddler Crab Solar Long Sleeve

Men's Fiddler Crab Solar Long Sleeve

Regular price $35.00
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White
The Men's Solar Long Sleeve is designed for adventure, exercise, or daily wear. Quality construction...
Vapor Apparel Sun Protection Women's Seize the Ray Script Solar Long Sleeve
Vapor Apparel Sun Protection Women's Seize the Ray Script Solar Long Sleeve

Women's Seize the Ray Script Solar Long Sleeve

Regular price $35.00
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Peach
Lavender
White
Sandbar
Our Women's Solar Long Sleeve is perfect for exercise, adventure, and daily wear. It's silky...
Vapor Apparel Sun Protection Men's Skeleton Pelican Solar Long Sleeve
Vapor Apparel Sun Protection Men's Skeleton Pelican Solar Long Sleeve

Men's Skeleton Pelican Solar Long Sleeve

Regular price $35.00
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Sandbar
White
The Men's Solar Long Sleeve is designed for adventure, exercise, or daily wear. Quality construction...
Vapor Apparel Sun Protection Daniel Tiger Grr-ific Toddler Solar Long Sleeve
Vapor Apparel Sun Protection Daniel Tiger Grr-ific Toddler Solar Long Sleeve

Daniel Tiger Grr-ific Innertube Toddler Solar Long Sleeve

Regular price $29.00
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Pale Yellow
Jump into summer vibes with this Grr-ific new graphic featuring Daniel Tiger! Kids will make...
Vapor Apparel Sun Protection Daniel Tiger Toddler Solar Long Sleeve
Vapor Apparel Sun Protection Daniel Tiger Toddler Solar Long Sleeve

Daniel Tiger "Hello" Toddler Solar Long Sleeve

Regular price $29.00
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White
Whether your kids are playing at the park, at school, or on a family vacation,...
Vapor Apparel Sun Protection Toddler Solar Long Sleeve Shirt
Vapor Apparel Sun Protection Toddler Solar Long Sleeve Shirt

Toddler Hi-Viz Solar Long Sleeve Shirt

Regular price $25.00
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Safety Green
Safety Pink
Safety Yellow
The Toddler Solar Long Sleeve is for adventure or daily wear. Offers sun protection and...
Vapor Apparel Sun Protection All Good In The Woods 200 Mile Tee
Vapor Apparel Sun Protection All Good In The Woods 200 Mile Tee

All Good In The Woods 200 Mile Tee

Regular price $40.00
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Silver
This is a unisex tee and the print will have a vintage look. Great for...
Vapor Apparel Sun Protection Daniel Tiger Ugga Mugga Sun Toddler Solar Long Sleeve
Vapor Apparel Sun Protection Daniel Tiger Ugga Mugga Sun Toddler Solar Long Sleeve

Daniel Tiger and O the Owl Toddler Solar Long Sleeve

Regular price $29.00
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White
Ugga Mugga! Sunshine and best friends make for a beautiful day, and new adventures are...
Vapor Apparel Sun Protection Youth Solar Long Sleeve Shirt
Vapor Apparel Sun Protection Youth Solar Long Sleeve Shirt

Youth Hi-Viz Solar Long Sleeve Shirt

Regular price $25.00
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Safety Pink
Safety Yellow
Safety Green
The Youth Solar Long Sleeve is for adventure or daily wear. Offers UPF 50+ sun...
Vapor Apparel Sun Protection Men's Palm Print Wave Solar Hoodie
Vapor Apparel Sun Protection Men's Palm Print Wave Solar Hoodie

Men's Palm Print Wave Solar Hoodie

Regular price $39.00
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Sandbar
White
The Solar Hoodie is designed for any activity under the sun. The two-panel hood provides...
Vapor Apparel Sun Protection Men's Water Camo Wave Solar Long Sleeve
Vapor Apparel Sun Protection Men's Water Camo Wave Solar Long Sleeve

Men's Water Camo Wave Solar Long Sleeve

Regular price $35.00
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Light Slate
White
The Men's Solar Long Sleeve is designed for adventure, exercise, or daily wear. Quality construction...
Vapor Apparel Sun Protection Youth Beach Landscape Solar Shirt
Vapor Apparel Sun Protection Youth Beach Landscape Solar Shirt

Youth Beach Landscape Solar Shirt

Regular price $29.00
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Water Blue
Pale Yellow
The Youth Solar Long Sleeve is for adventure or daily wear. Offers UPF 50+ sun...
Vapor Apparel Sun Protection Youth Yeah Buoy Solar Hoodie
Vapor Apparel Sun Protection Youth Yeah Buoy Solar Hoodie

Youth Yeah Buoy Solar Hoodie

Regular price $33.00
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Sandbar
White
Arctic Blue
Pearl Grey
The Youth Solar Hoodie is for adventure or daily wear. Offers sun protection and cooling...
Vapor Apparel Sun Protection Youth Salty Days Solar Hoodie
Vapor Apparel Sun Protection Youth Salty Days Solar Hoodie

Youth Salty Days Solar Hoodie

Regular price $33.00
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Sandbar
White
The Youth Solar Hoodie is for adventure or daily wear. Offers sun protection and cooling...
Vapor Apparel Sun Protection Women's Beach Sketch Solar Short Sleeve
Vapor Apparel Sun Protection Women's Beach Sketch Solar Short Sleeve

Women's Beach Sketch Solar Short Sleeve

Regular price $29.00
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Pearl Grey
White
Our Women's Solar Short Sleeve is perfect for exercise, adventure, and daily wear. It's silky...
Vapor Apparel Sun Protection Women's Palm Print Wave Solar Long Sleeve
Vapor Apparel Sun Protection Women's Palm Print Wave Solar Long Sleeve

Women's Palm Print Wave Solar Long Sleeve

Regular price $35.00
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White
Sandbar
Our Women's Solar Long Sleeve is perfect for exercise, adventure, and daily wear. It's silky...
Vapor Apparel Sun Protection Women's Mountain Sunburst Solar Long Sleeve
Vapor Apparel Sun Protection Women's Mountain Sunburst Solar Long Sleeve

Women's Mountain Sunburst Solar Long Sleeve

Regular price $35.00
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Pale Yellow
White
Peach
Sandbar
Our Women's Solar Long Sleeve is perfect for exercise, adventure, and daily wear. It's silky...
Vapor Apparel Sun Protection Women's Coastal VA Solar Long Sleeve
Vapor Apparel Sun Protection Women's Coastal VA Solar Long Sleeve

Women's Coastal VA Solar Long Sleeve

Regular price $35.00
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Columbia Blue
Lavender
White
Peach
Our Women's Solar Long Sleeve is perfect for exercise, adventure, and daily wear. It's silky...
Vapor Apparel Sun Protection Men's Vapor Sunwear Solar Hoodie
Vapor Apparel Sun Protection Men's Vapor Sunwear Solar Hoodie

Men's Vapor Sunwear Solar Hoodie

Regular price $39.00
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Water Blue
White
Pearl Grey
The Solar Hoodie is designed for any activity under the sun. The two-panel hood provides...
Vapor Apparel Sun Protection Men's Est '04 Solar Long Sleeve
Vapor Apparel Sun Protection Men's Est '04 Solar Long Sleeve

Men's Est '04 Solar Long Sleeve

Regular price $35.00
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Peach
Columbia Blue
Salmon
Pale Yellow
The Men's Solar Long Sleeve is designed for adventure, exercise, or daily wear. Quality construction...
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Benefits of Base Layers

Cooler weather’s tricky, but a solid base layer shirt has your back. It keeps you cozy in the cool mornings, then wicks away sweat as temps rise. Whether it's our 100% polyester technical shirts or our 50% recycled tees, our shirts help you stay comfortable no matter where the day takes you.

Our base layer shirts are designed to wick moisture away from your body, keeping you dry and comfortable. This is especially important in cooler weather when sweat can make you feel cold if it lingers on your skin. A great base layer should fit well but not be tight, offering breathability and temperature regulation without feeling restrictive. We have base layer shirts for your whole family. Check out our long-sleeves, short-sleeves, and hoodies!

Why UPF 50+ Solar Shirts Crush It as Fall Base Layers

UPF 50+ solar shirts aren't just for summer—they crush it in the fall and winter, too. With moisture-wicking and quick-drying powers, they keep you warm, dry, and ready to roll without the bulk. Perfect for layering when the weather can’t make up its mind. 

What People Are Saying About Our Base Layers

Versatile Shirt!

“This is great for long bike rides even in the summer. But I love it as a base layer in cooler temps as well.”

- Leslie M. 

Comfortable Fabric!

"I received compliments from this hoodie after my first day wearing it! It is a great basel ayer with a vest or 100% comfortable wearing alone. Pro-tip: With the thumb loops, it's awesome on the slopes to keep your hands warm all day long."

- Nathan S.

Great Shirt!

“Perfect for summer wear and provides excellent protection from sun damage. Excellent moisture-wicking base layer for cooler months.”

- Ken G.
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