At the warmest end of the Hot Chillys range, the Hot Chilly's Micro Elite XT Women's Tight is a heavyweight base layer bottom with a smooth, durable face and a brushed fleece interior. A high rise and four-way stretch keep it secure and mobile, so legs stay warm on bitter days without the tight feeling restrictive.

Why we like it:

The wide, high-rise waistband stays flat and put when you bend to buckle boots, and it keeps the lower back covered on windy lift rides.

Features and Functions:

The outer face is a smooth, durable nylon, which adds toughness and lets ski pants slide on easily over the top. Inside, brushed fleece holds heat, and the knit is built to breathe and move sweat away from the skin so you stay dry when you stop moving. The heavyweight fabric has four-way stretch and strong UV protection. Flat seams lie smooth under ski pants, and Micro Elite XT sits at the very top of Hot Chillys' warmth range.

Fit and Sizing:

Active fit, snug enough to layer cleanly with enough stretch for full range of motion.

Bottom Line:

The tight to reach for when the forecast drops below zero and a lightweight bottom layer just won't cut it.