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Snowshoeing Clothes
If
you plan to snowshoe, it is important to wear clothing that is designed specifically
to keep you warm and dry. Clothing
Tips: - Layer
- To
stay as warm and dry as possible, wearing multiple layers of clothing is important.
Layering will help keep you warm and dry while offering flexibility to add or
remove layers as the weather changes. It is best to wear 3 layers: wicking layer,
insulating layer and weather protection layer.
- Wicking
layer
- The
wicking layer is clothing worn next to the skin.
- The
wicking layer should consist of fibers that wicks (moves) moisture away from the
skin and passes it to the fabric so it can evaporate.
- Thermal
underwear, long sleeved t-shirts, and sports bras are common wicking layer clothes.
- Protection
layer
- The
protection layer is serves as the guard against rain, snow, wind and temperature.
- The
protection layer should be waterproof and let perspiration escape to the outside
to evaporate.
- Insulating
layer
- The
insulating layer is the layer between the wicking and protection layers.
- The
purpose of the insulating layer is to keep heat in and cold out.
- Clothing
worn in the insulating layer includes: sweaters, sweatshirts, and pullovers.
- Hats/Beanies/Headbands/Helmets
- It
is important to wear a hat or beanie because up to 60% of the body's heat can
escape from an uncovered head.
- Look
for headgear with non-itch liners.
- Sunglasses
and Goggles
- Sunglasses and goggles are a must.
- The
snow reflects UV rays and make them stronger.
- Special
lens colors will increase the contrast and increase your visibility.
- Gloves
and Mittens
- Waterproof/breathable
fabrics are best.
- Wrist
guards and reinforced palms increase the durability.
- Socks
- Socks
designed specifically for snow sports that have wicking properties are best. They
will help protect against blistering.
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