Affordable winter kit and smart tips to keep you warm on your outdoor adventures
Staying Warm in Winter
My mantra for staying warm in winter is simple, take care of your extremities - head, fingers, nose and toes - and follow the three-layer rule of body clothing . Do that and you should be able to handle the cold all day. You don't have to look like you're maneuvering (although military surplus kit is fine) and it won't necessarily cost you a fortune.
HeadIn winter, cyclists wear thin caps under their helmets to cover their ears and protect them from the wind, but you don't have to be a cyclist to wear a colorful beanie (£16). On top of that, wear a Ridgeline Sun Fleece Beanie, which is more than comfy (£13.99). -type="model.dotcomrendering.pageElements.ImageBlockElement" class="dcr-10khgmf">
FingersLayers, layers, layers are the rule of thumb when it comes to winter wear, and there's no reason why that shouldn't also apply to the fingers, which can get painfully cold if you're out all day. . Silk Glove Liners (£9.99) provide an extra layer of protection. For outer gloves, take no risks and opt for thermal and waterproof gloves. They can be pricey, so save some cash by picking up a pair of workwear from a hardware store (£9.98). They work for adventurers and builders alike.
And when it's really cold, the reusable hand warmers (£4.99 for a two-pack) won't are not preferred. sniffed. The mistake most people make is holding them in their palms when they should be placed on top of the hand where all the veins are. Place them between your hand and your liner to hold them in place.
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My mantra for staying warm in winter is simple, take care of your extremities - head, fingers, nose and toes - and follow the three-layer rule of body clothing . Do that and you should be able to handle the cold all day. You don't have to look like you're maneuvering (although military surplus kit is fine) and it won't necessarily cost you a fortune.
HeadIn winter, cyclists wear thin caps under their helmets to cover their ears and protect them from the wind, but you don't have to be a cyclist to wear a colorful beanie (£16). On top of that, wear a Ridgeline Sun Fleece Beanie, which is more than comfy (£13.99). -type="model.dotcomrendering.pageElements.ImageBlockElement" class="dcr-10khgmf">
FingersLayers, layers, layers are the rule of thumb when it comes to winter wear, and there's no reason why that shouldn't also apply to the fingers, which can get painfully cold if you're out all day. . Silk Glove Liners (£9.99) provide an extra layer of protection. For outer gloves, take no risks and opt for thermal and waterproof gloves. They can be pricey, so save some cash by picking up a pair of workwear from a hardware store (£9.98). They work for adventurers and builders alike.
And when it's really cold, the reusable hand warmers (£4.99 for a two-pack) won't are not preferred. sniffed. The mistake most people make is holding them in their palms when they should be placed on top of the hand where all the veins are. Place them between your hand and your liner to hold them in place.
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