Thermals

Ok we are gonna talk about Cory's underwear, for those that don't know first I'm cory, second I scrap part time but now I work on cell towers on the ground. I'm in Oklahoma now 4degrees this morning with 12mph wind. I bought some called polar edge I believe at academy sports yesterday and they helped a lot, I was looking at carhartt since that's 90% of what I wear! under armor also has them! just wondering your thoughts and btw I realize I left my fly open on this

...I'm staying away from this thread. I don't need a vacation. :p

Was wondering if you froze out there, good to see ya around part timer. ;)

Sirscrapalot - Brrrrrr

for once...I am speechless! Ok, not really, but I AIN'T TOUCHIN IT

That's what she said! Bada BING!

Sirscrapalot - Vacation incoming...

I bought some from Target that does a good job. They don't help much on days like this. 4 degrees and high wind gusts. My day is going to suck.

Gotta have thermals when you work outside all day.
layer layer layer the less physical activity the more layers.
Try TEK GEAR they are a little pricey $ 20 for a set but coming from a guy who spends 8-16 hours a day outside They work!!!! Carhart is another good brand but comes with the price associated with the name.

When I am outside I don't put a lot of layers on. When it is like it is now 20-30 below plus the windchill I dress in military surplus clothing. Boots, pants, (no need for longjohns) hat, ect. Most of this stuff would be overkill for how warm it is there but maybe try polypropylene long johns and under shirt for it is pretty warm but not overkill.

Cory, although I love pictures on the forum I am glad you did not post any on this thread. That is all I will say about that. I prefer silk underwear usually from Cabela's. It wicks moisture, light weight, and not bulky. Added to a wool shirt, heavy sweat shirt, chaps or coveralls, I stay plenty warm. In this cold blast I would have to add a jacket. Another favorite of mine is fishnet under wool. I have not been able to find fishnet underwear lately and if anyone knows where it is sold I would love to know.

When I was In Omaha I picked up a Faded Glory thermal long sleve it is great, wish to he** I would have gotten the bottoms.

dont forget your coveralls lol

I've always just used cotton, in layers of course, pair of socks, thermals, another pair of socks, britches, coveralls, etc

Some guys in the oilfield derricks actually wore womens nylons(and you wouldn't wish to rib them much about it either, at least not to their face). I never ventured there, but as I already said, cotton in layers was my preferred method

For me, I can't stand the traditional thermals or anything cotton as a base. Anything that is non wicking and your wet from sweat. Wet=cold and no bueno. I bought a top and bottom pair of the original Under Armour cold gear I would like to say 8-9 years ago now. Used them for years and loved them. For this years dear hunting I traded some cash for their 4.0 base layer (top and bottom) which is the top line base they make. Also new for this year I bought a few different pullover type cold gear sweatshirts. They have a knited feel to them on the outside. I did this to try and cut down on the Michelin man feel wearing five layers when stand hunting.

I am sold on their stuff. I love the wicking aspect of it. If I am working (moving around active) outside or in a cold area inside I will layer my old cold gear on first then top it with carhartt insulated bibs on the bottom. Top has some type of carhartt hoodie and a top jacket. For the stand hunting....the 4.0 base is really, really nice as are their pullovers. I can't say enough good about them. Your going to have sticker shock for sure. I did and still do. Do some research for your needs on their stuff, then hold your nose and buy a set. I don't think it will disappoint you. I'm sold and will not buy anything else until their quality and or rep goes to pot.

I love carhartt outer layering. Wind resistant and tough. Quality has gone down over the years since alot of it is no longer made in the states. I wish they made gortex lined duck outer shell clothing. Cabelas used to carry a line a few years ago but it seems to be discontinued. I wish gortex and carhartt would team again on their duck outer shell clothing. That's win all the way around. I am a big gortex fan. Brand x "waterproof" this and brand y "waterproof" that.....had bunches fail in driving/soaking rain or in the marshes/creeks trapping. Never again. If it's not gortex....I don't trust it and won't buy it. Boots, gloves, whatever.

More info than you wanted I am sure but it's free and just my opinion.

I was a boyscout. and we did a lot of winter camping and activities.

About those stockings, that would help more than you imagine, I used to have thermals that were similar, and you wear them under something loose, but not baggy, with another layer over it. the theory is that it traps warm air between layers.

-Cotton Kills- it traps the moisture inside it.

You want to avoid sweating, that's why you wear layers, so you can adjust to extra heat you make by working, and the normal changes as the day progresses

Wool will keep you a lot warmer when wet that cotton will.

Synthetics dry out faster and tend to be warmer than most other options.

You do want something dense to stop the wind, a lot of synthetics let the wind straight through.

Never tried Goretex, but two of my scoutmasters swore by it. some of the earlier stuff didn't breath though.

Thanks victor, that's exactly what I wanted. The ones i got at academy were not cotton and I was happy with the results. I ordered a carhartt shoreline bibs and coat today. With those and my lifeproof case I'll be able to work in the rain no problem. The reviews on the shoreline were awesome. Been reading reviews on thermals this afternoon still trying to decide for the ones I'll wear regular, the ones I bought in Oklahoma was what I could find

Also, start off a little chilly if you plan on moving around a lot, or you will be sheding a layer in 10 min

No problem at all Cory. Glad to help. If you think about it, I would be very, very interested on your opinion of the carhartt shoreline bibs and coat after you work in them out in the weather. I am curious how they hold up to abuse, if the waterproof is really waterproof, and if they really breathe while working in them. I like what I saw when I looked in the early fall at them. Didn't like the nylon outer shell from a toughness stand point and well the price...I was scared to pull the trigger to be disappointed later. I got this non-gortex waterproof phobia and all going on....HAHA.

Your going to be out in the suck a lot so if you remember I would like to hear your first hand opinion.

Stay warm and dry.

Getzs | shoreline


The coat was $80, in the reviews somewhere I read the guy was running a skid steer wearing them, I've ran skid steers in our mild Arkansas winter and running one in the cold sucks. Anyway the clearance price helped me make my decision, got the shipment confirmation moments ago

haha, if you plan on getting soaked, better plan on getting cold too!(no matter what you're wearing) or maybe learn how slicker suits fit into the equation ; )
Layers have dual benefits, the second being that as it gets too warm, you simply shuck a layer.
Good luck with it Cory

I think you need to come to Minnesota and really put that carhartt to use!! although I wear walls myself :) about a week ago I went out and it was neg 20, before windchill........

I got the coat in this morning, it's hardly cold here today upper 30s. I have plenty of carhartt already and first impression I really like it. I didn't buy this for warmth tho, mainly for a rain suit. I will say it's really comfortable and not like the cheap stuff I've wore before. When buying cars rain isn't a problem typically, when I'm at the sites I may be in the rain for a few hours. I could sit in the hotel but then I'm not making any money.

I know I started with thermals, then went to a rain suit. Now I'm going to gloves

My job requires entering data on a ipad and uploading that data to headquarters. I've cut finger holes in a few gloves to get by but I've been googling again. Pricey, very pricey but northface makes a etip ski glove for use on electronic devices. I've read reviews a lot and they function the best and keep hands the warmest from what I'm reading. I've read several different brands and the northface has the best reviews overall.
http://www.thenorthface.com/webapp/w...=TNF%2520BLACK