My Winter Clothing System

While sitting by a lunch fire while out snowshoeing, I filmed and discussed my standard winter clothing system. I explain why I think that layers of wool and fleece are optimum for my style of winter travel and camping. The only shell I wear is my traditional cotton anorak/parka when it is really windy, or when gathering wood to protect my wool clothing from abrasion and dirt. Highlights of this video include a review of Empire Canvas Works gauntlet mitts which I am using for the first time and really like.

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• anorak
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[Wintertrekker]

Those are Codet 28 oz pure virgin wool...unfortunately no longer made. Big Bill workwear (which now owns Codet) still makes their green 24 oz wool pant I think? But its not pure wool. I think Bemidji Mills in the States also makes a 28 oz pure wool pant similar to the Codets. Check around and you will find a pair. Filson makes a beutiful heavy duty wool pant, although very pricey, over $200. Codets used to be sold for $80 around here!

[antpop1]

Good layers! Thanks for making this vid! Question: Are the leather knee patches sewn on or are they separate pieces from the pants?

[Wintertrekker]

@antpop1 Thanks! I added the leather knee patches. I asked my sewing alterations shop to cut and sew them in seam to seam across the knee. I bought a big piece of leather from Tandy to cut the patches from. Leather is a beautiful thin, soft, and light suede sold by Tandy. I rub in some wax to the patches and heat lighly with heat gun. Allows for some kneeling and keeps the knees dry, and wool intact.

[TheMrAlexrj]

Where did you find this good old material?

[Wintertrekker]

@TheMrAlexrj Empire Canvas and Wool Company, formely known as Empire Canvas Works, made in Duluth MN. Check out their website for more info. Maybe seems expensive, but its good stiff and made to last. Owner also puts on workshops to make your own.

[canesser1]

Okay, so the Arctic Anorak must replace the new heavier Permafrost as it is 6oz and looks a lot more like the one you were packing. Think I'd rather go with the lighter anorak as it is primarily wind/moisture proofing. Looking very forward to winter now after working all day in the 32C heat yesterday!

[Wintertrekker]

@canesser1 I talked with Kevin the owner this past fall. He has come into more of the great light weight fabric, 6 or 7 oz if I recall.

[Survive2Day]

where can I buy those pants???

[antpop1]

@Wintertrekker I like your idea. I had planned to do that with a pair of wool pants using nylon patches instead. I'd rather go with waxed leather now. It has an old-world class to it and I love the ruggedness of leather!

[canesser1]

@Wintertrekker Perfect! Thanks for the heads up.

[TheMrAlexrj]

some are very expensive today other we cant find anymore.