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This is my winter sleeping gear -


Sleeping bag slippers or socks to keep my feet warm; though mine are coloured coral and are made of a flannel material.


I have a rectangle style Mossy Park sleeping bag [so I can roll around comfortably] rated at -15/25 C

One sleeping bag liner - provides extra warmth and keeps the sleeping bag clean.


A skiers balaclava to keep my head and neck warm.


Bear fur [artificial you say] pillow slip.

So...what do you think? Can I sleep nice and warm and snugly during a winter blizzard?

Well...he has done it more than once for sure.

 

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Yes, I do remember that symbol now - I hear that there are some mighty big sales coming up.

 

For thick socks, I love Bass Pro Shops. Their Redhead boot socks cost $10 (last time I checked anyway) and, maybe unbelievably, they have a lifetime warranty. Pop a hole in one, just take 'em back to the store for an exchange. I had to ask a cashier if the warranty was for real and she said it was - and that they do appreciate it if you wash them before returning them.

 

I don't want to be unkind - but it was administrative arrogance at it's worse. I really think they thought we would all drop our Tim Horton's coffee and run right over. That didn't happen.

 

Yep - I've returned one pair and have two more waiting to go back.

 

I do use wool socks but I found on real cold nights that the sleeping bag slippers were the best. I use wool socks for boot wear throughout the day. Some of my colleagues use a type of foot bag when it gets really cold but I like the ability to move around in my sleeping bag with greater ease. I'm one of those sleepers that seem animated though out the night.

That's why a lot of people don't like bunking with him - but don't tell him that.

 

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That's a proven fact. We forget that we are two different countries even though we speak the same language - sort of.

 

....what was the topic again....I seemed to have forgotten. What year is it anyway?

 

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It is actually a bag that both feet fit into. I guess one big sock for two feet. As you can see I'm not into the bag concept. Then some people think my boot like socks/slippers look just as silly. BUT...it's about warmth and not being stylish.

If all goes well at the end of the month I will have pictures of all this stuff in my winter video.

 

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Both. I prefer gloves, but mitts contain the heat better. However, they aren't much good when you are trying to do things that require manual dexterity. Mitts are always recommended for winter camping.

Then again, with some of the new technology there are gloves that are just as good. I have a good pair of gloves that are attached to my snow jacket so I don't have to lay them down.

I have seen the new heat warmers that are battery operated. When I find the site again I'll post it.

 

...and he is warm and cozy and big enough to scare off just about anything. I call him Reese.

Nice to see you on line.

 

Here is some information on heated gloves. [One product only - check for others.]

IF YOU PLAN TO BUY COMPARE PRICES - READ CONSUMER REPORTS

As seen in the Winter 2014-2015 Outside Magazine Buyer’s Guide, the breathable, windproof GORE® WINDSTOPPER® and ALTIHeat™ battery-powered heating technology of the versatile StormTracker Heated Gloves spar with the most heinous weather. Durable water-resistant leather palms withstand punishment, and a TPU injected mould design at back of hand adds a layer of protection. Athlete favourites, these gloves tackle alpine climbing, ski touring or ice climbing.

For the video and complete story behind the ALTIHeat Heated Gloves, check out the article on Verticulture: Designed by Adventure - ALTIHeat Heated Gloves.

QUESTION? Will I get a pair? Kinda pricey and a product that I would rarely use. I dunno.

 

A good idea...how could we have possibly left out the dog? [...and we know that Erik has one too.]