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Post by tynetraveller on May 9, 2006 19:21:28 GMT
Has anyone got any suggestions as to how to kit myself out to keep warm under breathable waders whilst in near freezing water all day?
I could particularly use advice on whether to go for fleece, neoprene, or just several pairs of hiking socks and whether to go for a one piece fleece for under the waders or would I be better with a two piece outfit. I will be doing quite a lot of walking too...
If anyone has any ideas, they will be welcome.
Cheers, Simon
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Post by wilbert on May 9, 2006 19:39:18 GMT
When and where do you need the kit? as its not cold in the UK at the moment. For early spring to keep my legs warm I have a pair of long johns , fleece pants and some thick track suit bottoms for if things are really cold. For the upper body a thermal under layer (silk type) and two thin layers on top plus a fleece and wading jacket. I wear my breathable waders as they are more comfortable to wear plus you sweat less than in neoprenes. A hat is always good to have too as you loose most of your body heat through your head. A couple more tips don't wear cotton directly against your skin as it keeps any sweat against your skin and can chill you also womens tights are good for keeping your legs warm but its not easy to convince your wife and fishing mates that thats what they are for.
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Post by Fruin on May 9, 2006 21:12:01 GMT
Much the same as mentioned; an all in one fleece for under your waders is a good idea. Please remember not to overload your feet with really thick socks, if your boots are too tight your feet will get really cold, regardless of how many pairs of socks you have on. I have found that one good quality pair of warm socks is enough. I use really thick merino wool socks, but that is only because I got a bargain on four pairs a good while ago.
Everybody has different comfort zones, so it will perhaps take a bit of trial and error.
I agree with Graham in respect that there is rarely a requirement to wrap up too warm from May to October.
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Post by sagefly on May 10, 2006 8:21:39 GMT
Simon, after a bit of trial and error I have settled on the following combo for really cold water
40 denier tights + M&S thermals+ thin pair of silk sock + thermal socks.
As has been said you must be careful not to cramp your feet with "thick" socks you need the circulation to keep warm.
For the top half thermal vest, shirts, jumper and wading jacket.
One tip that works is to put your hands into the water for as long as you can stand the cold, then dry them off thoroughly and you should have warm hand all day.
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Post by tynetraveller on May 10, 2006 9:19:58 GMT
Sagefly, I have heard of that old wildfowler's trick and it seems to me that the treatment might be worse than the problem!
Thanks for the advice all- Just one more question- Silk socks? are these fishing kit or should I be looking for an old fashioned gentleman's outfitter?
BTW I have not gone soft all of a sudden, worried about paddling in the Test in May.. I will be fishing Kharlovka and Litza first week of June and it is 250 miles north of the Arctic circle. I had a particularly cold day on the Tweed in the last week of November and I do not want to repeat the experience for a whole week.
Thanks all, this is where the forum is truly useful..
Simon
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