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[Northern Dancer]

It was actually back up to around 60 again today (yea!!) When we had that arctic blast come through, we were around 22+ in the day and about 7F at night, and below zero with the wind chill. It was in the 50's this weekend when I went out on the hike with Robin. Sleeping bag slippers, Dancer??

I have never heard of those; but it sounds like an excellent idea for winter camping. Or you can find someone that likes to knit and have them make you a pair of socks. I have been making those for many years; and when used over top of a lightweight regular sock; they will keep your feet really warm. Since the heels and toes can be re-knitted as necessary, hand-knitted socks will also last about forever.

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This is my winter sleeping gear -

Sleeping bag slippers or socks to keep my feet warm; though mine are coloured coral and are made of a flannel material.

I have a rectangle style Mossy Park sleeping bag [so I can roll around comfortably] rated at -15/25 C

One sleeping bag liner - provides extra warmth and keeps the sleeping bag clean.

A skiers balaclava to keep my head and neck warm.

Bear fur [artificial you say] pillow slip.

So...what do you think? Can I sleep nice and warm and snugly during a winter blizzard?

Well...he has done it more than once for sure.

 

[campforums]

What's a Target store? Just joking, a bad one at that.

 

[Northern Dancer]

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Yes, I do remember that symbol now - I hear that there are some mighty big sales coming up.

 

[campforums]

Yeah, I dunno. I have only been to the Canadian one once and was not impressed.

 

[MacGyver]

For thick socks, I love Bass Pro Shops. Their Redhead boot socks cost $10 (last time I checked anyway) and, maybe unbelievably, they have a lifetime warranty. Pop a hole in one, just take 'em back to the store for an exchange. I had to ask a cashier if the warranty was for real and she said it was - and that they do appreciate it if you wash them before returning them.

 

[Northern Dancer]

Yeah, I dunno. I have only been to the Canadian one once and was not impressed.

I don't want to be unkind - but it was administrative arrogance at it's worse. I really think they thought we would all drop our Tim Horton's coffee and run right over. That didn't happen.

 

[campforums]

For thick socks, I love Bass Pro Shops. Their Redhead boot socks cost $10 (last time I checked anyway) and, maybe unbelievably, they have a lifetime warranty. Pop a hole in one, just take 'em back to the store for an exchange. I had to ask a cashier if the warranty was for real and she said it was - and that they do appreciate it if you wash them before returning them.

A lifetime warranty on socks... wow, that IS unbelievable. Have you had to use it yet?

I get a lot of my socks from Mark's work wearhouse and Costco.

 

[MacGyver]

A lifetime warranty on socks... wow, that IS unbelievable. Have you had to use it yet?

I get a lot of my socks from Mark's work wearhouse and Costco.

Yep - I've returned one pair and have two more waiting to go back.

 

[Northern Dancer]

For thick socks, I love Bass Pro Shops. Their Redhead boot socks cost $10 (last time I checked anyway) and, maybe unbelievably, they have a lifetime warranty. Pop a hole in one, just take 'em back to the store for an exchange. I had to ask a cashier if the warranty was for real and she said it was - and that they do appreciate it if you wash them before returning them.

I do use wool socks but I found on real cold nights that the sleeping bag slippers were the best. I use wool socks for boot wear throughout the day. Some of my colleagues use a type of foot bag when it gets really cold but I like the ability to move around in my sleeping bag with greater ease. I'm one of those sleepers that seem animated though out the night.

That's why a lot of people don't like bunking with him - but don't tell him that.

 

[campforums]

Yep - I've returned one pair and have two more waiting to go back.

Good, it sounds like you are getting your money's worth then

 

[campforums]

I don't want to be unkind - but it was administrative arrogance at it's worse. I really think they thought we would all drop our Tim Horton's coffee and run right over. That didn't happen.

Yeah well the one time I went there it was indistinguishable from the Zeller's store it replaced, but at the same time I feel like there is always going to be disappointment when stores come from the US to Canada because the expectations are set so high and it is nearly impossible to maintain the exact same prices and service in Canada and the US.

 

[Northern Dancer]

Yeah well the one time I went there it was indistinguishable from the Zeller's store it replaced, but at the same time I feel like there is always going to be disappointment when stores come from the US to Canada because the expectations are set so high and it is nearly impossible to maintain the exact same prices and service in Canada and the US.

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That's a proven fact. We forget that we are two different countries even though we speak the same language - sort of.

 

[Northern Dancer]

....what was the topic again....I seemed to have forgotten. What year is it anyway?

 

[campforums]

I do use wool socks but I found on real cold nights that the sleeping bag slippers were the best. I use wool socks for boot wear throughout the day. Some of my colleagues use a type of foot bag when it gets really cold but I like the ability to move around in my sleeping bag with greater ease. I'm one of those sleepers that seem animated though out the night.

That's why a lot of people don't like bunking with him - but don't tell him that.

A foot bag? Sounds like a sock by another name lol

 

[Northern Dancer]

A foot bag? Sounds like a sock by another name lol

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It is actually a bag that both feet fit into. I guess one big sock for two feet. As you can see I'm not into the bag concept. Then some people think my boot like socks/slippers look just as silly. BUT...it's about warmth and not being stylish.

If all goes well at the end of the month I will have pictures of all this stuff in my winter video.

 

[campforums]

Oh okay, that makes sense. Does that mean that you are also more a glove person instead of mittens?

 

[Northern Dancer]

Oh okay, that makes sense. Does that mean that you are also more a glove person instead of mittens?

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Both. I prefer gloves, but mitts contain the heat better. However, they aren't much good when you are trying to do things that require manual dexterity. Mitts are always recommended for winter camping.

Then again, with some of the new technology there are gloves that are just as good. I have a good pair of gloves that are attached to my snow jacket so I don't have to lay them down.

I have seen the new heat warmers that are battery operated. When I find the site again I'll post it.

 

[2sweed]

That's why a lot of people don't like bunking with him - but don't tell him that.

Little , moving around a lot is better than snoring like a grizzly bear! lol

 

[Northern Dancer]

...and he is warm and cozy and big enough to scare off just about anything. I call him Reese.

Nice to see you on line.

 

[Northern Dancer]

Here is some information on heated gloves. [One product only - check for others.]

IF YOU PLAN TO BUY COMPARE PRICES - READ CONSUMER REPORTS

As seen in the Winter 2014-2015 Outside Magazine Buyer’s Guide, the breathable, windproof GORE® WINDSTOPPER® and ALTIHeat™ battery-powered heating technology of the versatile StormTracker Heated Gloves spar with the most heinous weather. Durable water-resistant leather palms withstand punishment, and a TPU injected mould design at back of hand adds a layer of protection. Athlete favourites, these gloves tackle alpine climbing, ski touring or ice climbing.

For the video and complete story behind the ALTIHeat Heated Gloves, check out the article on Verticulture: Designed by Adventure - ALTIHeat Heated Gloves.

QUESTION? Will I get a pair? Kinda pricey and a product that I would rarely use. I dunno.

 

[2sweed]

Sorry, Reese, I should have know. The caption says bear, thus the confusion. Now Erik find us more tiny creatures to pick from.

 

[Northern Dancer]

Sorry, Reese, I should have know. The caption says bear, thus the confusion. Now Erik find us more tiny creatures to pick from.

A good idea...how could we have possibly left out the dog? [...and we know that Erik has one too.]