Dressing for Extreme Cold Winter Weather at the Off Grid Cabin
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Date: 2020-11-30
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Timothy
I've been trying to decide between putting in the investment for some Kebs or Vita Pro Fjallravens, or spending a little less and getting some heavy duty Carhartt cargo pants for usual outdoor stuff. I do work outdoors year round and beat up my trousers just by walking a lot and general use. In you experience, are the fjallravens worth the extra money to just beat up by wearing every day like you do, or is it better to buy cheaper Carhartts or work pants more regularly. I'm just wondering if the investment will truly last longer and be worth it. Thanks Shawn! Great videos. (anybody else also feel free to comment.
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I've been trying to decide between putting in the investment for some Kebs or Vita Pro Fjallravens, or spending a little less and getting some heavy duty Carhartt cargo pants for usual outdoor stuff. I do work outdoors year round and beat up my trousers just by walking a lot and general use. In you experience, are the fjallravens worth the extra money to just beat up by wearing every day like you do, or is it better to buy cheaper Carhartts or work pants more regularly. I'm just wondering if the investment will truly last longer and be worth it. Thanks Shawn! Great videos. (anybody else also feel free to comment.
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Linda
I'm allergic to most wool fabrics unless they are very old. Besides I live in Florida. LOL. The coldest we get is maybe down to freezing overnight. That's extreme here. Usually it doesn't go below 40. But I lived, till I was 13, in Indiana and Southern Ohio, so I have been in snow. Been in ice storms. I know you have to layer. I used to put on two pairs of pants, three shirts, two pairs of socks, and I always had a ski jacket. And my boots always had a fur insert. I had gloves with rabbit fur inside. I haven't been north in snow since about 1982.
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I'm allergic to most wool fabrics unless they are very old. Besides I live in Florida. LOL. The coldest we get is maybe down to freezing overnight. That's extreme here. Usually it doesn't go below 40. But I lived, till I was 13, in Indiana and Southern Ohio, so I have been in snow. Been in ice storms. I know you have to layer. I used to put on two pairs of pants, three shirts, two pairs of socks, and I always had a ski jacket. And my boots always had a fur insert. I had gloves with rabbit fur inside. I haven't been north in snow since about 1982.
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NOMAD
Have you ever considered Hanwag boots? I haven't tried any rated down to huge minuses but I started wearing the Alaska GTX in the army in Edmonton and will never go back to less expensive boots. Down to the -30s, I usually wear Icebreaker socks in my Hanwag Alaska GTX boots with NEO insulated overshoes on over top and even standing in a trench over night, I've never been cold. Also, I binge watched your videos last night and this morning. Sorry for the financial hit you took but congrats on making the best of it all. Most definitely subscribing!
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Have you ever considered Hanwag boots? I haven't tried any rated down to huge minuses but I started wearing the Alaska GTX in the army in Edmonton and will never go back to less expensive boots. Down to the -30s, I usually wear Icebreaker socks in my Hanwag Alaska GTX boots with NEO insulated overshoes on over top and even standing in a trench over night, I've never been cold. Also, I binge watched your videos last night and this morning. Sorry for the financial hit you took but congrats on making the best of it all. Most definitely subscribing!
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stihlhead1
Great vid Shawn. Don't know how I missed it when it came out. Best video I have seen so far about layering and the qualities of various types of clothing. Originally from Pa. USA. Spent some time in Northern Quebec in the early eighties and learned the qualities of fur for keeping one warm. Not popular with some then or now but truly a sustainable form of clothing when not used as a fashion statement. Most folks do not realize that you have to put it on while you rest and take it off while you work. Keep doing what you do.
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Great vid Shawn. Don't know how I missed it when it came out. Best video I have seen so far about layering and the qualities of various types of clothing. Originally from Pa. USA. Spent some time in Northern Quebec in the early eighties and learned the qualities of fur for keeping one warm. Not popular with some then or now but truly a sustainable form of clothing when not used as a fashion statement. Most folks do not realize that you have to put it on while you rest and take it off while you work. Keep doing what you do.
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Rebekah
Suggestions: we'd like to see more videos on what to do in emergency, or when things go wrong. How do you handle it when you're alone, or so far from a Hospital. Like what to do if you're chopping wood and you get your leg. Also, the problems of gardening when surrounded by deer who want to eat everything. How would you handle it if a stranger just showed up at your door? Hunting vids are also fun to watch. Tv shows on hunting are so contrived. Real life is better to see.
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Suggestions: we'd like to see more videos on what to do in emergency, or when things go wrong. How do you handle it when you're alone, or so far from a Hospital. Like what to do if you're chopping wood and you get your leg. Also, the problems of gardening when surrounded by deer who want to eat everything. How would you handle it if a stranger just showed up at your door? Hunting vids are also fun to watch. Tv shows on hunting are so contrived. Real life is better to see.
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yes agree totally well except cotton I wear lots as the second layer it dries fast very fast, wool is still by far the best active gear for first and third layers. heading out deer hunting over a week in the snow and a tent, wear what I wear every year. great videos no bull just straight up, lots of respect from the upper Muskoka's my friend cheers times three.
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yes agree totally well except cotton I wear lots as the second layer it dries fast very fast, wool is still by far the best active gear for first and third layers. heading out deer hunting over a week in the snow and a tent, wear what I wear every year. great videos no bull just straight up, lots of respect from the upper Muskoka's my friend cheers times three.
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Turbo
I did my first winter camp out up at my property last week. The only thing I can complain about is after wearing my GoreTex/Thinsulate boots the previous day my feet sweat. That night the boots froze and therefore I had cold feet the following day by noon time. Sweat and water won't evaporate in cold weather.
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I did my first winter camp out up at my property last week. The only thing I can complain about is after wearing my GoreTex/Thinsulate boots the previous day my feet sweat. That night the boots froze and therefore I had cold feet the following day by noon time. Sweat and water won't evaporate in cold weather.
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Johnnyhumbkr
Awesome video, guy! Looks like a great place to live. I visited Toronto a few years ago, but didn't get to drive around Ontario like I wanted. Really impressed with your cabin, and I work in the construction industry! I can tell it took a while to build! Well, thanx again, and stay safe!
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Awesome video, guy! Looks like a great place to live. I visited Toronto a few years ago, but didn't get to drive around Ontario like I wanted. Really impressed with your cabin, and I work in the construction industry! I can tell it took a while to build! Well, thanx again, and stay safe!
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BR
Yay! My new addiction! Your videos are beautiful and are pure enjoyment - a beautiful gift. They're entertaining, calming and stress relieving - thank u! I'll be seeing u soon on my couch with a large mug of tea. (Can Cali ever go up/get carried up the ladder to sleep upstairs? Maybe)
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Yay! My new addiction! Your videos are beautiful and are pure enjoyment - a beautiful gift. They're entertaining, calming and stress relieving - thank u! I'll be seeing u soon on my couch with a large mug of tea. (Can Cali ever go up/get carried up the ladder to sleep upstairs? Maybe)
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Dani
Hey! I know this is a weird question but how tall are you and what is your weight if I may ask. I'm right in between sizes like Arc'teryx from L to Xl. I absolutely love your Canada shirt and very interested in purchasing. It looks Slim on you. Is that an L?
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Hey! I know this is a weird question but how tall are you and what is your weight if I may ask. I'm right in between sizes like Arc'teryx from L to Xl. I absolutely love your Canada shirt and very interested in purchasing. It looks Slim on you. Is that an L?
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