sonofsammo Posted January 31, 2019 Share Posted January 31, 2019 Before anyone says it - I know, I know - no such thing as bad weather, just inappropriate clothing... Hence my forthcoming question... Last night I was playing CQB and the temperature was around -3. I was playing using a pair of mechanix gloves, but it got to the point I couldn't feel my fingers and three fingers on my left hand just plain stopped moving (this happens in extreme cold cos it's a bit poorly). So I'm after glove suggestions that will allow me to still use my kit, but will stop my fingers from solidifying. I'm out on Sunday at Proving Grounds and I don't really want to have to keep stopping to get my fingers warmed up again. I've got a pair of Oakley gloves that I use for outdoor games, but was thinking of adding a pair of silk or merino liner gloves. TIA 😄 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
clumpyedge Posted January 31, 2019 Share Posted January 31, 2019 On 31/01/2019 at 09:06, sonofsammo said: Before anyone says it - I know, I know - no such thing as bad weather, just inappropriate clothing... Hence my forthcoming question... Last night I was playing CQB and the temperature was around -3. I was playing using a pair of mechanix gloves, but it got to the point I couldn't feel my fingers and three fingers on my left hand just plain stopped moving (this happens in extreme cold cos it's a bit poorly). So I'm after glove suggestions that will allow me to still use my kit, but will stop my fingers from solidifying. I'm out on Sunday at Proving Grounds and I don't really want to have to keep stopping to get my fingers warmed up again. I've got a pair of Oakley gloves that I use for outdoor games, but was thinking of adding a pair of silk or merino liner gloves. TIA 😄 Expand I just use hand warmers and stick with my normal gloves Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Skara Posted January 31, 2019 Share Posted January 31, 2019 Silk liners and you're good to go I barely use mine but when I had to, they were a life saver. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mostly Retired Moderators L3wisD Posted January 31, 2019 Mostly Retired Moderators Share Posted January 31, 2019 On 31/01/2019 at 09:13, clumpyedge said: I just use hand warmers and stick with my normal gloves Expand This. Stuff them in your glove and carry on. These little disposable fabric-feeling ones are spot on. Last an entire days play and then you bin them. Get them from Sainsburys, Halfords, Boots - everywhere I think. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
clumpyedge Posted January 31, 2019 Share Posted January 31, 2019 On 31/01/2019 at 09:29, L3wisD said: This. Stuff them in your glove and carry on. These little disposable fabric-feeling ones are spot on. Last an entire days play and then you bin them. Get them from Sainsburys, Halfords, Boots - everywhere I think. Expand I bought a job lot on ebay for £40 which lasts me generally a year or more, they are also handy for playing weekend games and sticking in your boots to help dry them out should they be overly sweaty/wet Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sonofsammo Posted January 31, 2019 Author Share Posted January 31, 2019 On 31/01/2019 at 09:29, L3wisD said: This. Stuff them in your glove and carry on. These little disposable fabric-feeling ones are spot on. Last an entire days play and then you bin them. Get them from Sainsburys, Halfords, Boots - everywhere I think. Expand Thanks for the tip - just ordered a box 😄 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mostly Retired Moderators L3wisD Posted January 31, 2019 Mostly Retired Moderators Share Posted January 31, 2019 On 31/01/2019 at 09:38, sonofsammo said: Thanks for the tip - just ordered a box 😄 Expand No probs. I find shaking them like the old "Salt'n'Shake" crisps (can you still buy these? Used to love them!) helps get them kickstarted and get hotter, quicker. Same advice applies when they start cooling slightly. Take them out and shake'em. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Arwen Posted January 31, 2019 Share Posted January 31, 2019 I use hand hotties too. Played in -8 all day with no bother. You can stick them down your boots if you get cold feet too 😁 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Supporters Druid799 Posted January 31, 2019 Supporters Share Posted January 31, 2019 I use a pair of silk liners as well , but think I may invest in some of those hot hands cheers L3wisD 👍 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mostly Retired Moderators L3wisD Posted January 31, 2019 Mostly Retired Moderators Share Posted January 31, 2019 On 31/01/2019 at 10:42, Druid799 said: I may invest in some of those hot hands, cheers L3wisD 👍 Expand Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Supporters Adolf Hamster Posted January 31, 2019 Supporters Share Posted January 31, 2019 i just pop on the thermals and the long johns and get out there as normal. fingerless gloves too, the tip is if your core and arms are warm enough your fingers will stay warm too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted January 31, 2019 Share Posted January 31, 2019 On 31/01/2019 at 09:29, L3wisD said: This. Stuff them in your glove and carry on. These little disposable fabric-feeling ones are spot on. Last an entire days play and then you bin them. Get them from Sainsburys, Halfords, Boots - everywhere I think. Expand Nice one ordered for the stables 👍🏻 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Supporters Druid799 Posted January 31, 2019 Supporters Share Posted January 31, 2019 On 31/01/2019 at 10:55, Adolf Hamster said: i just pop on the thermals and the long johns and get out there as normal. fingerless gloves too, the tip is if your core and arms are warm enough your fingers will stay warm too. Expand Problem I have with thermals is once I do get moving I cook ! Even in my young fit days (oh so far away now ! 😭) I still used to go off like a self basting turkey ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Immortal Posted January 31, 2019 Share Posted January 31, 2019 I generate a LOT of heat when I play and I'm not even one to run. So I treat it like swimming, I layer up in the downtime and strip off for a game (not literally but lose most layers to play ). I wouldn't be difficult to spot in the snow as I'd look like a monkey in a hot spring. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Supporters Druid799 Posted January 31, 2019 Supporters Share Posted January 31, 2019 On 31/01/2019 at 20:55, Immortal said: I generate a LOT of heat when I play and I'm not even one to run. So I treat it like swimming, I layer up in the downtime and strip off for a game (not literally but lose most layers to play ). I wouldn't be difficult to spot in the snow as I'd look like a monkey in a hot spring. Expand My game aswell bud , I try and wear a smock of somsort over a long sleeve wicking top in game (MTP/DPM/OG/etc) then a fleece beanie and softie over the top of the smock in between games AND then strip down again freeze my arse off for 10mins then sweating like a pig in a synagogue again ! 🤣🤣🤣 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
clumpyedge Posted February 1, 2019 Share Posted February 1, 2019 When I'm Marshaling I take out my litre Klean Kanteen and fill it with a nice hearty brew. When I'm playing I do much the same as above, take layers off to play, pile them back on between games. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StayOnTarget Posted February 1, 2019 Share Posted February 1, 2019 You should keep your eye out when in Aldi I scored some excellent merino wool socks £4.99 for 2 pairs bloody great they are even when your feet get wet they keep them warm My wife scored for a couple of tops from them and wears them for work she swears by them,get a flask too and drink ginger tea if you can that bugger will warm you up too🖖 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
clumpyedge Posted February 1, 2019 Share Posted February 1, 2019 On 01/02/2019 at 19:16, StayOnTarget said: You should keep your eye out when in Aldi I scored some excellent merino wool socks £4.99 for 2 pairs bloody great they are even when your feet get wet they keep them warm My wife scored for a couple of tops from them and wears them for work she swears by them,get a flask too and drink ginger tea if you can that bugger will warm you up too🖖 Expand The range also have some good deals on thermal socks, I’ve had a few pairs from there and they are honestly better than some of the expensive branded ones Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted February 1, 2019 Share Posted February 1, 2019 On 31/01/2019 at 09:29, L3wisD said: This. Stuff them in your glove and carry on. These little disposable fabric-feeling ones are spot on. Last an entire days play and then you bin them. Get them from Sainsburys, Halfords, Boots - everywhere I think. Expand Got a box full from Amazon, have a pair in my socks tonight, and I have to say they are bloody superb mate 🦄👍🏻🦄 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guardsman394 Posted February 2, 2019 Share Posted February 2, 2019 Relax your arms at your side and raise your hands perpendicular to your body like you're pretending to be a penguin. Raise your shoulders and drop them down. Keep doing this and It'll send blood into your fingers and warm them up. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StayOnTarget Posted February 2, 2019 Share Posted February 2, 2019 On 02/02/2019 at 04:01, Guardsman394 said: Relax your arms at your side and raise your hands perpendicular to your body like you're pretending to be a penguin. Raise your shoulders and drop them down. Keep doing this and It'll send blood into your fingers and warm them up. Expand Then drop your trouser around your ankles and walk around like that for 5 minutes....come on mate we know your game🐧 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
_stylian_ Posted February 3, 2019 Share Posted February 3, 2019 Weird, I'm ok in my Mechanix gloves down to freezing if walking, bit lower if active Hand warmers are best for a quick heat fix Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lothrian Posted February 8, 2019 Share Posted February 8, 2019 you want an underglove. https://www.dynafit.com/men/apparel/gloves/race-pro-underglove Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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