The L.L. Bean midweight base layer is generally considered a high-quality, comfortable, and versatile thermal shirt. Customers praise its warmth, softness, and moisture-wicking properties without feeling bulky. The snug yet non-restrictive fit allows for easy layering. Many use it for outdoor activities and everyday wear. However, some customers have noted the current version seems thinner and less "midweight" compared to previous iterations, expressing disappointment in the perceived decline in quality. Overall, the majority of customers remain satisfied with the product as a reliable, warm, and well-fitting garment.
I love the new texture I have so many of the originals and they’re still like new!
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March 7, 2026
Don't mess around when the mercury plunges
Weight: 150-160 lbs
Height: 5'10"
Size Purchased: Medium
Fit: True to size
Used for: Casual or Every Day
It got really cold this winter and all the cotton base layers just weren't keeping my shivers away. This merino wool top and matching long bottom layer did the trick. .
Rick Boardman
Baltimore, MD
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February 15, 2026
Awesome!
Weight: 170-180 lbs
Height: 5'10"
Size Purchased: Large
Fit: True to size
Used for: Casual or Every Day
Lightweight, warm and comfortable. Perfect for the cold weather.
Lee13
Sterling, VA
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February 4, 2026
Nice and warm, but too tight on arms
Weight: 160-170 lbs
Height: 5'10"
Size Purchased: Large
Fit: True to size
Used for: Casual or Every Day
While this provides excellent insulation, this top (especially after a couple of delicate-cycle washings) is so tight on my arms that my circulation is challenged.
Response from L.L.Bean
February 15, 2026
By L.L. Bean Customer Service
We're sorry this item did not meet your expectations. You can return items to us within one year. A member of our customer service team will be reaching out to you shortly.
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January 24, 2026
Great base layer
Weight: 190-200 lbs
Height: 5'11"
Size Purchased: X-Large
Fit: True to size
Used for: Relaxing, Casual or Every Day, Snowshoeing, Hiking
I love this base layer. Perfect fit and does a great job of wicking moisture and keeping me warm and dry. If you like hiking or working outside like I do in Southern New England,
Paul
Southern New England
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January 24, 2026
Long johns
Fit: True to size
Wish i could have gotten camo but black is ok as long as your not out bear hunting
Jody
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January 14, 2026
Thermal shirt
Weight: 130-140 lbs
Height: 5'6"
Size Purchased: Small
Fit: True to size
Used for: Relaxing
Was okay, somewhat warm. It as warm as expected for the price.
Elijah
Orlando fl
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January 8, 2026
Great base layer!
Weight: 160-170 lbs
Height: 5'10"
Size Purchased: Medium
Fit: True to size
Used for: Casual or Every Day
My partner loved this base shirt! He says it helps to keep him warm at work without any bulk. I wash it per the tag instructions and it washes beautifully.
I tried to buy another
South Jersey
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December 27, 2025
Great base layer for winter outdoors.
Fit: True to size
See matching review for pants. Top was just as good.
Robert
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December 16, 2025
No longer cold!
Weight: 150-160 lbs
Height: 5'8"
Size Purchased: Large
Fit: True to size
Used for: Casual or Every Day, Running or Fitness, Hiking
I am cold no longer! These (I now have navy,green,and black in both crew top and pants) long underwear fit great,feel great and are a perfect base-layer for a septuagenarian who WA
GDMIII
Illinois
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December 13, 2025
review
Weight: 150-160 lbs
Height: 5'11"
Size Purchased: Medium
Fit: True to size
Used for: Casual or Every Day
Good weight and fit. Suggest other colors and move pull on strap to end of sleeve
RMcC
Virginia Highlands
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December 10, 2025
Should breath/wick just a little better
Weight: 160-170 lbs
Height: 6'1"
Size Purchased: Medium
Fit: True to size
Used for: Hiking
Great fit and looks. Appears to be good quality but needs to wick better. Did not shrink after two washes in lukewarm water and knit sitting on dryer.
Gary D
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December 5, 2025
Comfortable and Versatile
Weight: 180-190 lbs
Height: 5'11"
Size Purchased: Large
Fit: True to size
Used for: Travel, Relaxing, Downhill Skiing, Casual or Every Day, Hiking
I absolutely love this shirt. It keeps me warm and dry on cold (but not too cold...) ski days. It also feels perfect for around the house on work from home days.
My favorite fe
dave32
Hudson Valley, NY
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November 22, 2025
Mid weight base layer
Weight: 170-180 lbs
Height: 5'11"
Size Purchased: Large
Fit: True to size
Used for: Casual or Every Day
Excellent under layer, the fit is excellent and it met my expectations while attending grandsons soccer tournament a few weeks back
Cal no
Dalton, MA
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November 14, 2025
My go to base layer
Weight: 190-200 lbs
Height: 6'1"
Size Purchased: Large
Fit: True to size
Used for: Travel, Relaxing, Casual or Every Day, Running or Fitness, Snowshoeing, Cross-Country Skiing, Camping, Hiking
I have this in both models and multiple colors. I wear these a lot, for both outdoor activities and casual wear. I don't have any complaints, although on one I had a minor issue
CAPARRI
Eagle River, Alaska
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October 30, 2025
These are awful
Height: 5'6"
Fit: True to size
What happened?? These used to be good, solid long johns. This new version is awful, weird and fuzzy inside in all the wrong ways. If you've bought these before, LOOK OUT. They've c
Jackofalltrades
Philly
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October 21, 2025
Not the same as it used to be. Definitely thinner.
Weight: 180-190 lbs
Height: 6'2"
Size Purchased: Large
Fit: True to size
Used for: Relaxing, Casual or Every Day, Cross-Country Skiing, Hiking
Just received this today and am disappointed. I’ve been buying this same item for years and while it now has an orange detail on the inside of the collar, I didn’t expect any signi
John
Gorham, ME
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October 17, 2025
Fantastic comfort
Weight: 170-180 lbs
Height: 5'7"
Size Purchased: Large
Fit: Too large
Used for: Running or Fitness
Exceptional fit and comfort. Warm wicks away moisture.
Dutchesd County, NY
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August 29, 2025
Perfect thermal!
Fit: True to size
Light weight, comfortable, and warm. This is a great shirt for fall, and I expect to wear it under an outer shirt or sweater in the cold.
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July 12, 2025
Perfect for Iceland Summer
Weight: 210-220 lbs
Height: 6'1"
Size Purchased: X-Large
Fit: True to size
Used for: Travel, Relaxing, Casual or Every Day, Hiking
Purchased to layer for hiking through Iceland this summer
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