http://www.easternslopes.com/2009/11/06/insulation-and-outer-shells/ Eastern Snowsports & Outdoor Activities -- The Facts You Need, The Opinions You Want Sat, 11 Feb 2012 21:42:39 +0000 hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.2.1 http://www.easternslopes.com/2009/11/06/insulation-and-outer-shells/comment-page-1/#comment-922 How To: Winter Cabin Checklist | EasternSlopes.com Fri, 22 Jan 2010 21:25:58 +0000 http://easternslopes.com/?p=1523#comment-922 [...] Insulation layers (suggest multiple layers of fleece or wool and a lightweight “puffy” jacket) [...] [...] Insulation layers (suggest multiple layers of fleece or wool and a lightweight “puffy” jacket) [...]

]]> http://www.easternslopes.com/2009/11/06/insulation-and-outer-shells/comment-page-1/#comment-921 Night Shift | EasternSlopes.com Fri, 22 Jan 2010 21:20:39 +0000 http://easternslopes.com/?p=1523#comment-921 [...] pun) the subject of dressing properly for outdoor activity, with  advice on base underwear layers, insulation and shell garments, and keeping head, hands and feet warm [...] [...] pun) the subject of dressing properly for outdoor activity, with  advice on base underwear layers, insulation and shell garments, and keeping head, hands and feet warm [...]

]]> http://www.easternslopes.com/2009/11/06/insulation-and-outer-shells/comment-page-1/#comment-795 Avoiding Rookie Mistakes: First X-C Adventure of 2009/10 | EasternSlopes.com Thu, 31 Dec 2009 05:35:22 +0000 http://easternslopes.com/?p=1523#comment-795 [...] none of us had really planned on going cross-country skiing and none of us had the right socks, the right clothes, or the right hats and gloves for it. So we pieced together the best stuff we could from what we [...] [...] none of us had really planned on going cross-country skiing and none of us had the right socks, the right clothes, or the right hats and gloves for it. So we pieced together the best stuff we could from what we [...]

]]> http://www.easternslopes.com/2009/11/06/insulation-and-outer-shells/comment-page-1/#comment-777 C-C-C-oping With D-D-Deep C-C-Cold | EasternSlopes.com Tue, 22 Dec 2009 00:11:35 +0000 http://easternslopes.com/?p=1523#comment-777 [...] key for top and bottom warmth is a windproof outer shell. If the wind can’t get at your skin, “wind chill” doesn’t matter! Whether that windproof [...] [...] key for top and bottom warmth is a windproof outer shell. If the wind can’t get at your skin, “wind chill” doesn’t matter! Whether that windproof [...]

]]> http://www.easternslopes.com/2009/11/06/insulation-and-outer-shells/comment-page-1/#comment-766 Happy Homeotherms: What’s Underneath It All . . . | EasternSlopes.com Tue, 08 Dec 2009 22:06:48 +0000 http://easternslopes.com/?p=1523#comment-766 [...] good to go as fast and far and long as you like in any weather. For tips on these layers, go here. And if you think that losing most of your heat through your head is a myth, read [...] [...] good to go as fast and far and long as you like in any weather. For tips on these layers, go here. And if you think that losing most of your heat through your head is a myth, read [...]

]]> http://www.easternslopes.com/2009/11/06/insulation-and-outer-shells/comment-page-1/#comment-743 Myth Busters: Head, Hands and Feet | EasternSlopes.com Sat, 21 Nov 2009 20:55:14 +0000 http://easternslopes.com/?p=1523#comment-743 [...] been getting some feedback from readers on my recent columns on dressing properly in insulation and outer shells and long underwear for outdoor fun. Most of it has been positive, though a few folks seem to think [...] [...] been getting some feedback from readers on my recent columns on dressing properly in insulation and outer shells and long underwear for outdoor fun. Most of it has been positive, though a few folks seem to think [...]

]]> http://www.easternslopes.com/2009/11/06/insulation-and-outer-shells/comment-page-1/#comment-740 David Shedd, Senior Editor & Publisher Sun, 15 Nov 2009 18:45:23 +0000 http://easternslopes.com/?p=1523#comment-740 Tim and I tend to go opposite directions on the Down vs. fiberfill debate. I love Down...it's so light, compressible, and to me, vents my perspiration better, keeping me feeling more comfortable in more conditions. A couple of hints for enjoying down sweaters (one of the most useful layers) and jackets. First, when you take it off after use, turn it inside out...that helps any moisture escape. Second, if you're concerned about wet weather, include an ultralight rainjacket in your kit...you'll STILL have less weight than with most fiberfill equivalents, and more flexibility in layering! But, I have to admit...the new polyester products have come a long way...maybe he'll convert me...maybe... Tim and I tend to go opposite directions on the Down vs. fiberfill debate. I love Down…it’s so light, compressible, and to me, vents my perspiration better, keeping me feeling more comfortable in more conditions. A couple of hints for enjoying down sweaters (one of the most useful layers) and jackets. First, when you take it off after use, turn it inside out…that helps any moisture escape. Second, if you’re concerned about wet weather, include an ultralight rainjacket in your kit…you’ll STILL have less weight than with most fiberfill equivalents, and more flexibility in layering! But, I have to admit…the new polyester products have come a long way…maybe he’ll convert me…maybe…

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