KEEP WARM IN WINTER - commentary by Roller Derby Star Saintly, Chrisentiae Saint-Piaf. Two points: 1. I feel you could have emphasized pants layering more. The model has leggings and suddenly pants. She is not shown putting them on, and you do not discuss this. 2. Wool is excellent but not always available due to a tight budget or ease of access. Therefore a substitute material made from modern polyester is suitable. The main advantage of wool over polyester is that wool is fire retardant, meaning it will not burn easily/quickly and melt like polyester. Just always stay away from open flames, extreme heat. To summarize how to dress for winter: 1. Underpants + bra. All of these are basically cotton, so carry extra to change. A bra may be optional, depending on the lady. 2. Leggings and long sleeve thin, close fitting top ... ideally made from wool or a modern polyester that wicks away sweat. Do NOT use cotton or bamboo or other plant based fabric as these act like a sponge, absorb sweat, and that in turn cools the body ... deadly in winter. 3. The third layer is thicker and looser, like a wool or polyester pullover and pants ... something that you would wear normally in the cold. 4. The final layer is wind, rain, snow protection. This is the shell and comes in two parts. The coat or jacket and the pants. Now onto the head. You will need proper head covering, that includes the ears. Wool is excellent and highly recommended. If you can't get wool, opt for modern polyester, though this needs to be like wool ... thick to keep the wind out ... it has to basically be three layers in one. So to wick, keep warm, and act as a shell. Now onto feet. Dry, dry, dry. Keep your feet dry and they will keep warm. A wool blend is highly recommended, but no cotton. Wool isn't that strong, so for socks, it needs to be blended with like polyester. Avoid plant material like cotton and bamboo, which will act like a sponge. Depending on your foot wear, you may want to double layer your socks, a thin layer and then a thicker layer. Now onto shoes. Your winter shoes need to repel water, especially around the toes and heel height. There are various boots that achieve this, at various price points. Try to buy something on sale, if your are on a tight budget like me. Shop around. Foot wear needs to be comfortable, and if it isn't, you will damage your feet. If after putting new shoes on, you feel pressure points such as your heels, then apply band aids there, and this will greatly reduce the chance of blisters. Do so until your boots wear in and your feet toughen. Pack extra underwear and socks. Take extra, extra socks !!! Keep safe by being smart.
Hi! So we're a bit late to the party for this comment, but thanks for a lot of great info! We want to add something when it comes to the wool vs. polyester as we feel that there are a few more major differences apart from the one you mention. First of all it doesn't handle moisture in the same way as wool does. You can take off a woolen t-shirt at the end of the day - hang it up, let it dry - and wear it the next day as wool is naturally odour resistant. A technical shirt, like the ones made of polyester, will not be quite as pleasant to wear after a day of heavy activity. Not necessarily a problem if you're out using it for a day at a time, but worth to keep in mind if you're out hiking for days or weeks and want to keep your pack as light as possible. Wool is also warmer and will be a better choice in cold conditions. As for the budget: Keep an eye out for second-hand clothing. There is usually a lot of great deals to be found. And as is being said: Avoid cotton. It loses its insulating abilities once it gets wet, and will stay both wet and cold for longer period of times and cool your body down. That is the exact opposite of what you want it to do. If possible, get yourself a set of woolen underwear as well. And always, always break in your shoes. This can't be stressed enough. Wear them, test them, and figure out where your pressure points are. A double layer of socks, thin and thick, will lessen the friction between your shoes and your skin, just make sure the socks don't curl up towards one another. Happy hiking!
There just is zero substitute for wool. Polyester is horrible in comparison, and always will be. Get last years model, find sales etc to get wool layers for a reasonable/cheap price. There always are ways to find it cheaper. I just dont agree with your points much at all. 1. Underpants/bra/any kind of skin-tight layer can and should be wool! Just like your socks! Or a wool blend, atleast. Cotton will be horrible when wet, and dont expect to never get wet. 2. Yes, dont use cotton. Also dont use (pure) polyester. 3. I dont know why you insist on loose fitting polyester. It is not optimal. 4. Yes, a shell. Agree. About the head: You CAN get wool. Get wool. One head covering made out of wool > many out of other materials. Save or find something on sale. Its not even that expensive, usually wood headgear would be 20-30 Euro. About the feet: Almost the most important of all, certainly up there. Never anything else than wool socks. You cannot hope that your feet will always be dry. Yes, you hope they will be, but dont plan like that or you might be in real trouble. Wool will keep warmth even when wet - thats why its so essential for your feet. For several-day hikes they also dont start smelling horribly. They dry faster. You certainly DONT need to use polyester blend socks, there are plenty of strong enough wool socks to use. Get quality over quantity. AND NEVER COUNT ON STAYING COMPLETELY DRY.
Hi I’m Ray, as a Californian we don’t really have cold weather clothings, is it cheaper to buy them in norway or should I try to buy them here in the states?
I'd assume you be able to find proper good clothing for cold conditions without going to Norway first. Look for designated shops designated to selling gear for the outdoors and tell them exactly what you need, where you will be hiking and for how long and they should be able to help you. With regards Marius
Great, but marred by several basic spelling and syntax errors, here are corrections: "its ability", "layer for insulation", "lose a lot of heat", "and a hat".
So you can't use a smartphone outside in cold weather? Since you are wearing gloves. I once dropped several gloves outside when I tried to use smartphone for google map. I thought I had them in my pocket, but I dropped them in the snow without knowing.
Synthetics work fine as baselayers (polyester/acrylic/polupropylene/rayon). And middle layers can be polyester fleece. I'm saying this because wool garments are often expensive.
A synthetic middle layer can work well enough. The only synthetic base layer I'd wear is a mesh shirt, though. It drains sweat well, and the air pockets keep you warm. Next I'd wear a thin wool shirt anyway. I gladly pay the price to stay alive. Synthetics are poor insulators when wet, much like cotton (even if they are quicker to dry).
Hi! Layered clothing will give you the ability to regulate and change what you're wearing depending on your activity level. Dress up when you stop for a break, and dress down when you're moving around. A one piece could however be a good choice if you're standing or sitting still for a long period of time - ice fishing etc. With regards Marius
Well done video. Great for novices to winter camping/trekking. I use only polyester base layers as a personal choice. Try 3 mm thick neoprene divers socks over thin poly liners as a Vapor Barrier Liner (VBL) to keep your boot insulation dry and warm. It works! I have a -30 F. down expedition parks for camp use (Eddie Bauer PEAK XV). For snowshoeing I wear SOREL Canadian felt pacs and for back country skiing I wear SCARPA T3 Telemark boots.
Hi I had the same problem, I use thin wool gloves as a inner layer, wool mittens as insulating layer and shell pull over mittens, that reach a good distance up on my forearms. It works wonders for me, I hope this might help you.
Googling it to find a compromise turns up "Research shows that sheep with a one-inch-thick fleece are more comfortable than sheep with less wool, as wool fibers dissipate heat more rapidly." And warmer in winter too, presumably. Mind you, you'd need to have a tape measure handy, lol.
It depends on where in Norway you are going, but I'd say you have to prepared that it might be cold so use the above video as a reference. There is usually still snow in the mountains and the weather changes quickly through all seasons.
"There's no such thing as bad weather, only bad clothing." the Norwegians say.
Everyone says that...
@@Shinkajo not true
go to Liverpool , that's how they dress for a wedding
That's funny!
lol true
Hey hey calllm down laa, calllm dowwwn. Lol good one.
KEEP WARM IN WINTER - commentary by Roller Derby Star Saintly, Chrisentiae Saint-Piaf.
Two points:
1. I feel you could have emphasized pants layering more. The model has leggings and suddenly pants. She is not shown putting them on, and you do not discuss this.
2. Wool is excellent but not always available due to a tight budget or ease of access. Therefore a substitute material made from modern polyester is suitable.
The main advantage of wool over polyester is that wool is fire retardant, meaning it will not burn easily/quickly and melt like polyester. Just always stay away from open flames, extreme heat.
To summarize how to dress for winter:
1. Underpants + bra. All of these are basically cotton, so carry extra to change. A bra may be optional, depending on the lady.
2. Leggings and long sleeve thin, close fitting top ... ideally made from wool or a modern polyester that wicks away sweat. Do NOT use cotton or bamboo or other plant based fabric as these act like a sponge, absorb sweat, and that in turn cools the body ... deadly in winter.
3. The third layer is thicker and looser, like a wool or polyester pullover and pants ... something that you would wear normally in the cold.
4. The final layer is wind, rain, snow protection. This is the shell and comes in two parts. The coat or jacket and the pants.
Now onto the head. You will need proper head covering, that includes the ears. Wool is excellent and highly recommended. If you can't get wool, opt for modern polyester, though this needs to be like wool ... thick to keep the wind out ... it has to basically be three layers in one. So to wick, keep warm, and act as a shell.
Now onto feet. Dry, dry, dry. Keep your feet dry and they will keep warm. A wool blend is highly recommended, but no cotton. Wool isn't that strong, so for socks, it needs to be blended with like polyester. Avoid plant material like cotton and bamboo, which will act like a sponge.
Depending on your foot wear, you may want to double layer your socks, a thin layer and then a thicker layer.
Now onto shoes. Your winter shoes need to repel water, especially around the toes and heel height. There are various boots that achieve this, at various price points. Try to buy something on sale, if your are on a tight budget like me. Shop around.
Foot wear needs to be comfortable, and if it isn't, you will damage your feet. If after putting new shoes on, you feel pressure points such as your heels, then apply band aids there, and this will greatly reduce the chance of blisters. Do so until your boots wear in and your feet toughen.
Pack extra underwear and socks. Take extra, extra socks !!!
Keep safe by being smart.
More helpful than the video. Thanks for your effort.
Are roller derby stars good at dressing for the out doors?
Hi! So we're a bit late to the party for this comment, but thanks for a lot of great info!
We want to add something when it comes to the wool vs. polyester as we feel that there are a few more major differences apart from the one you mention. First of all it doesn't handle moisture in the same way as wool does. You can take off a woolen t-shirt at the end of the day - hang it up, let it dry - and wear it the next day as wool is naturally odour resistant. A technical shirt, like the ones made of polyester, will not be quite as pleasant to wear after a day of heavy activity. Not necessarily a problem if you're out using it for a day at a time, but worth to keep in mind if you're out hiking for days or weeks and want to keep your pack as light as possible. Wool is also warmer and will be a better choice in cold conditions. As for the budget: Keep an eye out for second-hand clothing. There is usually a lot of great deals to be found.
And as is being said: Avoid cotton. It loses its insulating abilities once it gets wet, and will stay both wet and cold for longer period of times and cool your body down. That is the exact opposite of what you want it to do. If possible, get yourself a set of woolen underwear as well.
And always, always break in your shoes. This can't be stressed enough. Wear them, test them, and figure out where your pressure points are. A double layer of socks, thin and thick, will lessen the friction between your shoes and your skin, just make sure the socks don't curl up towards one another.
Happy hiking!
There just is zero substitute for wool. Polyester is horrible in comparison, and always will be. Get last years model, find sales etc to get wool layers for a reasonable/cheap price. There always are ways to find it cheaper.
I just dont agree with your points much at all.
1. Underpants/bra/any kind of skin-tight layer can and should be wool! Just like your socks! Or a wool blend, atleast. Cotton will be horrible when wet, and dont expect to never get wet.
2. Yes, dont use cotton. Also dont use (pure) polyester.
3. I dont know why you insist on loose fitting polyester. It is not optimal.
4. Yes, a shell. Agree.
About the head:
You CAN get wool. Get wool. One head covering made out of wool > many out of other materials. Save or find something on sale. Its not even that expensive, usually wood headgear would be 20-30 Euro.
About the feet:
Almost the most important of all, certainly up there. Never anything else than wool socks. You cannot hope that your feet will always be dry. Yes, you hope they will be, but dont plan like that or you might be in real trouble. Wool will keep warmth even when wet - thats why its so essential for your feet. For several-day hikes they also dont start smelling horribly. They dry faster. You certainly DONT need to use polyester blend socks, there are plenty of strong enough wool socks to use. Get quality over quantity.
AND NEVER COUNT ON STAYING COMPLETELY DRY.
poor lady undressing in the cold
Hi everyone. As a brazilian, it was really importanto to know that. I intendo to go to Norway as soon as possible. Ha det!
You need a Norwegian wage to afford their kit.
I need to buy some wool clothing
She is so cute.
You should list the actual pieces of garments being used in this video. Brands...
Thank you! Short video and yet answered most of my question regarding layering in snowy Winter!
Skjorte og shorts funker alltid
Insulation not isolation, that needs to be corrected please!
It's not far from the truth that Norwegians are quite isolated.:P
No wonder we feel so insulated from other people...
Well.. You do isolate the heat to your body.
hey genius, the objective of the insulation layer is to isolate body heat from outside temp
Hi I’m Ray, as a Californian we don’t really have cold weather clothings, is it cheaper to buy them in norway or should I try to buy them here in the states?
I'd assume you be able to find proper good clothing for cold conditions without going to Norway first. Look for designated shops designated to selling gear for the outdoors and tell them exactly what you need, where you will be hiking and for how long and they should be able to help you.
With regards
Marius
Thanks for useful information
I've been wearing the same pair of underwear for the last 22 years.
I feel u
A Whitby Hand Warmer is also worth having. 12 hours of heat and great to slip into the underwear to avoid shrinkage!!!
Great, but marred by several basic spelling and syntax errors, here are corrections: "its ability", "layer for insulation", "lose a lot of heat", "and a hat".
So you can't use a smartphone outside in cold weather? Since you are wearing gloves. I once dropped several gloves outside when I tried to use smartphone for google map. I thought I had them in my pocket, but I dropped them in the snow without knowing.
I love Norwegian humor
This is not humor. It might save your life
@@atleundrum4799 Uff Da!
Synthetics work fine as baselayers (polyester/acrylic/polupropylene/rayon). And middle layers can be polyester fleece. I'm saying this because wool garments are often expensive.
A synthetic middle layer can work well enough. The only synthetic base layer I'd wear is a mesh shirt, though. It drains sweat well, and the air pockets keep you warm. Next I'd wear a thin wool shirt anyway. I gladly pay the price to stay alive. Synthetics are poor insulators when wet, much like cotton (even if they are quicker to dry).
Nope. Synthetics dont work for me because they Are not breathable. You Will sweat, and you Will get cold.
If I can get all these items at Walmart, I'm going. Otherwise, it's home sweet home.
I came here because I thought you would show Norwegian traditional folk costume.
You should search for Bunad instead, then.
Maybe its just me but i prefer one piece suits because the hold in heat so much better than a jacket which bleeds heat out of the mid body section.
Hi! Layered clothing will give you the ability to regulate and change what you're wearing depending on your activity level. Dress up when you stop for a break, and dress down when you're moving around. A one piece could however be a good choice if you're standing or sitting still for a long period of time - ice fishing etc.
With regards
Marius
this is a correct advice !!
My brother is extremely allergic to wool and once had to be rushed to emergency. What can you recommend in place of wool?
Video is good. But at some places it is written “isolation” perhaps instead of “insulation”. Please check and let me know if convenient. Regards
Fun video.
And always put the hoodup!
Какая горячая девушка!
Man nice video ! One notice ,you skipped the pants on the middle layer
why am i watching this? Im norwegian...
Insulation, not isolation.
Tusen takk for videoen
Well done video. Great for novices to winter camping/trekking. I use only polyester base layers as a personal choice. Try 3 mm thick neoprene divers socks over thin poly liners as a Vapor Barrier Liner (VBL) to keep your boot insulation dry and warm. It works!
I have a -30 F. down expedition parks for camp use (Eddie Bauer PEAK XV). For snowshoeing I wear SOREL Canadian felt pacs and for back country skiing I wear SCARPA T3 Telemark boots.
I have a question, most of the time my feel warm but my hands are always cold no matter how much I ware what should I do??
Hi I had the same problem, I use thin wool gloves as a inner layer, wool mittens as insulating layer and shell pull over mittens, that reach a good distance up on my forearms.
It works wonders for me, I hope this might help you.
@@Poacher91 thanks bro i will definitely try it
@@allentowns7027 You are welcome :)
God bless Norway
Any way to use something instead of wool? Something synthetic, not involving animals?
The creation of synthetics involves dead animals (and plants).
@@johnrroberts7900 and cutting wool off a sheep doesn't involve killing the animal.
Googling it to find a compromise turns up "Research shows that sheep with a one-inch-thick fleece are more comfortable than sheep with less wool, as wool fibers dissipate heat more rapidly." And warmer in winter too, presumably. Mind you, you'd need to have a tape measure handy, lol.
@@johnrroberts7900 I suspect the equipment they use to shave off the wool are set to the correct height already ;)
Not yet..
Okay!
They should make nad warmers.
That is A LOT of clothes!
It can get rather insane here from time to time. Better to much you can take of than too little and dead...
Insulation is what you meant, I think?
Are you asking us what you think? :O
Elsker videoen, prøver å forberede ei australsk venninne på Norsk vær!
What do I not need going north in May?
It depends on where in Norway you are going, but I'd say you have to prepared that it might be cold so use the above video as a reference. There is usually still snow in the mountains and the weather changes quickly through all seasons.
@@turistforeningen thank you :)
facing a girl that gets happier the more clothes she wears :(
Great video
thanks a lot
So cute!
A+
Why not modern synthetic ? What's it called?
Gore tex, named after World famous inventor Al "Gore"...
Gore-tex gets mentioned. It's membrane clothing. And is best suited for wet conditions, but lacks the breathability of softshells or cotton.
Gore-tex is great, for the wet weather we have here in Europe...
Cool, thanks for the video..my family plan to visit Finland next month.
Too bad snow is already melting here in the south
Interesting debate so far regarding wool vs synthetics for the base layer. Chime in anybody!