I never paid enough attention to the layers. Always been a tshirt out of my drawer and whatever sweater or hoodies that's warm and my winter coat and rain jacket if need be. Almost impossible to get the rain jacket on over my coat. I've never been a big fan of ponchos, most likely since I usually only have the trash bag style emergency type. It looks like I could really benefit by breaking down and analyzing all of my gear. I've been seeing a few "wicking" tees here and there so I'm guessing I should start with wicking fabrics. Also considering a down sweater and will be getting a down jacket soon. That's my next goal is to possibly do away with my sleeping bag. If I could find some down pants I think I could do it. I do like the tarp poncho idea and I love the rainfly that the tent clips too as well. Some ideas to mull over. Thank you everyone.