I will be hiking the first week of December with a school group in Yosemite. It is predicted to be 38F at most, a bit colder than I normally deal with. I've got silk underwear for a first layer, then a technical t-shirt. I am unsure about the pants. Last time I had silk, then jeans, I don't think that will cut it this time. Would silk and then thick polartec be too much for hiking? We usually head up the falls trail as the most strenuous, mostly the rest will be gentle hikes. I've got merino socks and good boots.
Should I just get my kids cheap ski bibs to keep them warm?
Should I just get my kids cheap ski bibs to keep them warm?