The Helikon-Tex US LVL 2 Long Sleeve (Olive Green) thermal shirt is one of those purchases where you immediately know you've made the right choice – the material is soft, pleasant to the touch, and provides solid warmth, but without overheating, because it wicks moisture away very effectively. Even during movement, I don't feel "suffocated" in it; the cut fits the body perfectly and doesn't restrict movement, so it's great for the outdoors, at the shooting range, in the mountains, on a walk, or simply every day in cold weather. A big plus is the high collar and zipper – you can unzip it when it gets warmer or zip it up to your neck when it's windy. Thumb holes are a great solution because the sleeves don't slide up when putting on additional layers, and your wrists get extra protection. The back is sensibly extended, so when you crouch, your back and kidneys are always covered. Flat seams mean there is no chafing even after many hours of wear. The shirt is so versatile it works as a first layer worn directly on the body or as a second insulating layer under a jacket or fleece. Besides that, at the sale price, it's a real hit – you can feel the high quality of Helikon-Tex, the functionality is at a very high level, and that's exactly what I'm looking for: you put it on, it works as it should, and you don't have to worry about it.
