>>910396>what's the best way to stay warm but do not overheat and get those shills when you start sweating?The key i've found is to always layer lightly enough that when you start the hike, you're a bit chilly but not quite shivering, then once your body warms up your bodyheat will fill the temperature gap and you won't sweat/ freeze when you stop hiking.
But to answer your question, get some cheap layers at your local bulk store (Costco, BJ's, Sam's Club, etc) where they often sell overstocked outdoor clothing at liquidated prices. I have a winter jacket that's worth about $250.00, but was able to buy it this way after trying it on in the store, only spend $30.00.
Cheap polyester thermal underwear + what this guy
>>910494 is saying, ripstop rainpants and jacket.
Overstock.com has a lot of shit for cheap too.