Cost of winter clothing
Jul 25th 2016, 5:51 am
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Re: Cost of winter clothing
Yes. I'm still using the $100 coat I bought on sale there my first winter in 2007, and it's been fine down to fifty below zero. I'm glad I don't have to take the bus any more, though.
Jul 25th 2016, 6:53 am
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Re: Cost of winter clothing
Jul 25th 2016, 12:17 pm
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Re: Cost of winter clothing
Mind you, there didn't seem to be much effort in 'conforming' with other kids whenever we went to our kids' schools.
For so many it just looked like they'd put on whatever they could lay their hands on before waking up properly and then not bothering to change.
Perhaps it was one of those situations where you make a lot of effort to make it look like no effort was needed.
Jul 25th 2016, 12:22 pm
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Jul 25th 2016, 1:28 pm
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Jul 25th 2016, 3:20 pm
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Re: Cost of winter clothing
Check out the Mountain Equipment Co-op website, everything from reasonably priced stuff for everyday to highly technical outdoor equipment, to get an idea of prices. Personally, I layer with a fleece, waterproof outer layer and $25 boots from Walmart rated to -40. Regular trousers/jeans for everyday wear, plus ski-pants (brought from Scotland) for outdoor stuff when it's a bit chillier. Your needs will depend on where you go and whether you're outdoorsy or not. When I lived in NW Ontario, I wore fewer layers in -40 than in Scotland, as the atmosphere is much less humid, so cold only goes skin-deep. In Ottawa, it's pretty bone-chillingly damp at times by comparison to up north, so I layer up and it's fine.
Dressing for winter is more about a good pair of waterproof boots and layers than specialized clothing.
Jul 25th 2016, 3:49 pm
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Jul 25th 2016, 4:12 pm
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I knew I was finally getting used to Canada when I was outdoors in a T-shirt, hiking trousers and trainers at twenty below zero last winter.
Jul 25th 2016, 5:26 pm
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It's not unheard of for me to nip out, bare foot, in flip-flops and 'tidy up' the bits of snow around the edges when 'Mr Plow' has done my drive.
Jul 26th 2016, 1:15 am
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Jul 26th 2016, 2:40 pm
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Re: Cost of winter clothing
indeed, funny or as mad as you mentioned, its something I do & have got accustomed too also.
Typical February morning -20c, venture outside, no gloves or headgear, just a spring like jacket, regular shoes worn - then (no more than 10 minutes) its clear (as you go forward) the snow & ice from the steps, then brush off the car, scrape the ice.
Back in the house, my wife asks 'is it cold outside'? - my response 'its not too bad today, warmer than yesterday'[
Jul 26th 2016, 3:28 pm
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Re: Cost of winter clothing
The key is layers. You dont need to go out buying the high priced winter gear. T-shirt, thick shirt, hoodie, regular coat, toque and gloves. Good to go for most outdoor activities. I wear Docs on my feet, rubber soles, so they insulate against the severe cold, and 2 pairs of socks.
This is in Winnipeg, which is far colder than most places in Canada, and find myself peeling layers off as Im too hot.
You will soon acclimatise, dont over think it.
This is in Winnipeg, which is far colder than most places in Canada, and find myself peeling layers off as Im too hot.
You will soon acclimatise, dont over think it.
Jul 26th 2016, 7:54 pm
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Re: Cost of winter clothing
Even in Canadian winters, sometimes less is more...
Jul 27th 2016, 1:50 am
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Re: Cost of winter clothing
Just remember you need to be a member of MEC to buy from them. Not expensive for a lifelong membership but its a little embarrassing if like me you rock up at the till with no idea of this. Incidentally I find MEC quite expensive and not the best quality, Atmosphere is also worth a look.
Dressing for winter is more about a good pair of waterproof boots and layers than specialized clothing.
Dressing for winter is more about a good pair of waterproof boots and layers than specialized clothing.
