Post by: knob221 on August 07, 2023, 02:48:34 PM
I'm new. Last year was my first year backpack hunting. I couldn't stay warm while glassing in cold and wind. I mean so cold that I had to quit glassing and start hiking, not just discomfort. The cold started at hands and feet and got to my core. I had a baselayer, mid layer, and nice down jacket but just a baselayer and hiking pants for bottoms.
What do you wear or do to stay warm on cold and long glassing sessions?
I'm going to wear my rain gear this year to act as a wind breaker. I'm definitely buying down glassing mittens. I'm considering down pants and booties as well, but the thought occured to me of glassing from my sleeping bag instead. I can think of pros and cons to both options. Does anybody glass from their sleeping bag? What about down pants and booties?
Lets hear your tips, tricks, and gear.
Thanks!
Post by: andersonjk4 on August 07, 2023, 02:57:26 PM
Post by: ipkus on August 07, 2023, 03:00:04 PM
Puffy pants are light, also a must for me if cold/wind is possible.
The biggest thing with layering is doing it at the right time. If you got sweaty climbing to your glassing spot, wait until you’ve dried out and cooled off before you layer up. Then, don’t get lazy and not strip it off before you take off again.
It’s a mental process to start, but once you get used to it you don’t really think about it you just know to do it. It keeps your gear and you functioning as best as possible.
Post by: vandeman17 on August 07, 2023, 03:07:43 PM
Puffy jacket, puffy pants, puffy mitts with hand warmers, fleece or merino wool neck gaiter. Make sure everything has a windstopping layer. Also a jetboil or similar for a hot drink helps a ton.
I get cold really easily and this is my remedy too. Its also really important to not have too many layers on when hiking to your glassing spot. If you sit down after much, if any, sweating, you will get cold much easier
Post by: mburrows on August 07, 2023, 03:20:03 PM
Post by: johnbmyersii on August 07, 2023, 03:32:43 PM
Post by: bornhunter on August 07, 2023, 03:41:01 PM
Post by: Stein on August 07, 2023, 03:58:30 PM
I can't remember what it was called, Sitka discontinued it but they used to make a huge puffy with Windstopper that was sized to fit over other jackets. It's awesome, I was surprised more people didn't like it for late season glassing.
I love being able to just add stuff on top instead of taking coats off to add stuff underneath.
Post by: go4steelhd on August 07, 2023, 04:03:59 PM
I run all the puffy style mid layers now, then my rain gear over the outside now. If you keep with it you will learn what's right for you.
Post by: shootem on August 07, 2023, 04:09:44 PM
Post by: hunter399 on August 07, 2023, 04:16:20 PM
But I do the same as the post #1.
I get cold I hike to the next basin or glassing spot.
As I get older and more baby skin ,I understand that is not gonna work for me much longer.
And I have to use the glass instead of my legs.
So who knows what I'll do now.
Probably layer up,and freeze my bum off.
Post by: Cougartail on August 07, 2023, 04:28:32 PM
Also, get in shape and eat high calorie foods while on the hunt.
Post by: hunter399 on August 07, 2023, 04:46:52 PM
Hopefully it helps with cold.
If your dry,then your warm is the plan. I can't believe there still available I bought mine a couple months ago.
Try these out this year hopefully.
Probably not as quiet as the fancy hunting style.
I'm looking for dry and warm. :dunno:
https://www.midwayusa.com/product/1008486138
Post by: hunter399 on August 07, 2023, 04:56:42 PM
If you are over 55 have your iorn levels checked. Cold hands and feet are a symtom.
Also, get in shape and eat high calorie foods while on the hunt.
I'm in the 45 range,not too healthy,but not dead yet.
Yet being the keyword,I definitely need to make some lifestyle changes.
Post by: pickardjw on August 07, 2023, 05:30:33 PM
Post by: hunter399 on August 07, 2023, 07:24:42 PM
Still dirty from shift work is not gonna cut the mustard. :chuckle: :chuckle:
The pocket missing means I needed to poop. :chuckle:
I'm just poking fun.
Those puffy jackets,I might have to look into that.
Post by: Wolfdog2314 on August 07, 2023, 07:51:18 PM
My old ripped up flannel,with one pocket missing .
Still dirty from shift work is not gonna cut the mustard. :chuckle: :chuckle:
The pocket missing means I needed to poop. :chuckle:
I'm just poking fun.
Those puffy jackets,I might have to look into that.
Puffy jackets were a game changer for me. I keep one with me on every hunt I go on from September-November. I added puffy pants too. It’s all very lightweight and packable. Worth every penny!
Post by: pickardjw on August 07, 2023, 08:45:39 PM
Post by: kentrek on August 08, 2023, 12:52:16 AM
Post by: huntnnw on August 08, 2023, 02:51:32 AM
Post by: Ironhead on August 08, 2023, 06:35:09 AM
Post by: ctwiggs1 on August 08, 2023, 07:53:32 AM
I suspect as I get older, I'll be more interested in puffy pants. I'm just not there yet.
Post by: Karl Blanchard on August 08, 2023, 09:08:57 AM
Puffy coat
Beanie
Good gloves/mittens
Unlace boots
Put on overboots with hot hands
Layer appropriately
Post by: ctwiggs1 on August 08, 2023, 09:09:48 AM
Puffy pants
Puffy coat
Beanie
Good gloves/mittens
Unlace boots
Put on overboots with hot hands
Layer appropriately
Puffy pants already Karl? Wuss :tung:
Post by: NiteHawk on August 18, 2023, 12:42:36 PM
Puffy Jacket
Rain gear
I always pack a lightweight 8x10 tarp in the event that it rains or snows all day. Staying dry helps keep the cold away. I'm also not scared to start a fire if doing some long range glassing.
Post by: Karl Blanchard on August 18, 2023, 01:25:01 PM
puffy's are like bro!Puffy pants
Puffy coat
Beanie
Good gloves/mittens
Unlace boots
Put on overboots with hot hands
Layer appropriately
Puffy pants already Karl? Wuss :tung:
Post by: hunter399 on August 18, 2023, 05:50:49 PM
There is no lack of heat for early bear season.
Bring your sun tan oil and glass away. :chuckle:
Lots of sun,smoke,and UV for all.