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Post by joelmoney on Jan 23, 2022 22:46:23 GMT -5
Thought I’d share a couple things I like to keep myself warm when it is bitter cold out. I will add wind is alway an issue here. So ALL outside layers have to be wind proof.
Hands Thin pair of Under Armor gloves. Never take them off. A convertible mitten worn over that. The type that fold back to expose fingers. A hand muff to keep your hands in whenever not in use.
Feet Bunny boots or lace up boots with ThermaCell insoles.
Upper body Vests are very important. They help keep the core warm yet don’t interfere with movement much. I have been using one that has a battery pack and loving it. Parkas are nice the extra length keeps body heat in. Hood keeps wind off back of the neck even if hood is not up. I hate wearing a hood up.
Lower body Bibs help keep the heat in.
I will update later with some links of clothing I like. I wold like to hear what others use.
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Post by buckeye68 on Jan 23, 2022 23:40:38 GMT -5
I hunt in Ohio and during the last muzzleloader season it was down in the single digits. I wear Under Armor as my base layer, a pair of regular pants and a light weight fleece jacket on the top. I also wear light weight Gortex bibs and a Gortex jacket, hat and a pair of thin gloves. I wear just enough to get to the tree stand without getting hot. After I get up in my stand I get in my Body Heater Suit. It has slip on booties that goes over your hunting boots that helps keep your feet warm.
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Post by joelmoney on Jan 24, 2022 23:19:59 GMT -5
Buckeye that’s a good point. Do not overheat on the way in. I use a 40L cold weather bag to hold all my “cold weather gear”. I wear just enough to keep me warm getting into the stand.
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Post by fatfred on Jan 25, 2022 6:17:38 GMT -5
All great points made above and I employ most of them. One thing I do for my feet is always use a boot 1 size larger than normal. A nice base layer sock that is thin and "slippery" and usually only one layer of medium weight wool socks. This gives enough room for air space and toe wiggle. Jamb packed boots no matter the socks will make my feet cold. If I plan on being on my feet and not in a stand, I will wear the right size boot and walking alone will keep my feet warm and I will have the proper fit for managing terrain.
Great topic. Thin face mask is also a plus when windy
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Post by joelmoney on Apr 6, 2022 21:06:12 GMT -5
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Post by thelefthand on Jan 9, 2024 13:24:42 GMT -5
A few years ago I started wearing Darn Tough (Merino Wool) socks. I started off with the ultra-light versions for wearing during the summer, but have since switched over to midweight socks and wear them year round. They wick moisture like nothing else I've ever tried. I've always (or at least for the past 31 years of primarily wearing work boots) had a problem with my feet sweating and causing issues for me. These socks have addressed the problem. As and added bonus, I've found that my feet stay a LOT warmer when in the deer stand, or out on the ice, and I don't really notice them being any warmer in the summer. All that, and they are SUPER comfy too. Oh, and they have a lifetime warrantee. Since switching to them, I've met a couple of people who are into really serious hiking who also wear them, and have used the warrantee multiple times over the years. On the ultralight socks, I got about 3 years out of them, wearing each pair at least once per week. Even without the warrantee, that's more cost effective than anything else I've tried. Best I've ever gotten out of cotton socks is about 4 months. I've only been doing the midweight socks for just over a year now, so they are still feeling like they are brand new.
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