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Old 02-21-2012, 08:18 AM   #15
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Originally Posted by CL 240 LS View Post
My wife has the same problem with cold but loves skiing!
She uses electric boot heaters and heated gloves. Look at Hestra Heater gloves, pricey but makes skiing enjoyable. Look into layering with down a sweater or vest.
A good quality base layer is your best defense in the cold. When it is really cold we use tight fitting poly base layer followed by a moisture absorbing layer then fleece. That first layer is really important. Stay away from cotton materials against your skin in cold weather. Worst thing you can do. It will absorb moisture but keep it against your skin making you cold.
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