10-19-2009, 10:30 PM
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Heated Gloves/Socks
Hi Folks,
I never bought heated gloves/socks, so I really do not know which brands are good, etc. Basically, I am outside in the winter a lot, and I need gloves and socks that are heated(usually the ones that are battery powered) -- I would like the gloves/socks to be long-lasting, and at least for the gloves to be wind-resistant.
Couple questions to consider when answering:
A) Do you have any particular recommendations?
B) Do you have any experience with that recommendation?
I don't know what my budget is yet, but probably something less than $100 in total. If you could help me out, that would be wonderful. I have googled this stuff already and found a ton of stuff, but I just do not know anything in terms of brand reputability, material, etc.
TIA,
Mateusz
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10-19-2009, 10:55 PM
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The Computer Slayer
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There is such a thing? neat 
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10-19-2009, 10:58 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Force Flow
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Yeah, I heard about them before; at least thermal gloves. Sorry for such an awkward question. |
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10-20-2009, 12:01 AM
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Do yourself a favor... don't bother with gimmicks of heated gloves and socks... find yourself a good quality pair of gloves insulated with thinsulate and pull a second pair of wool socks over your regular socks... it will be just as warm without batteries.
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10-20-2009, 06:17 AM
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10-20-2009, 07:48 AM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by HAL9000
Do yourself a favor... don't bother with gimmicks of heated gloves and socks... find yourself a good quality pair of gloves insulated with thinsulate and pull a second pair of wool socks over your regular socks... it will be just as warm without batteries.
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10-20-2009, 08:02 AM
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I am, in reality, a moose
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it all depends upon what you are doing.
For example, I have a heated vest, socks and gloves (from Gerbing) for my motorcycle (they hook into the augmented electrical system on my motorcycle) and they ROCK. I DO NOT want to be zipping down the highway at 70mph with an airtemp of <40 without them (that works out to be well below freezing wind chill). They ain't cheap but they are absolutely invaluable.
If you are outside working, then, what HAL describes (plus a good hat) works wonders.
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10-20-2009, 10:50 AM
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Do you need dexterity? I have a pair of down mittens that are the warmest thing I've ever had on.
Also consider the disposable heat packs. They make them glove-sized and toe-sized. Pretty useful, they give off heat for up to 8 hours. Pretty cheap from Sportsmans Guide.
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10-20-2009, 01:53 PM
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Like Zena mentioned:
http://www.amazon.com/Grabber-Warmer.../dp/B001B3RHJ2
I work outside year around, my problem is my feet sweat even in cold weather, making my socks damp then they get cold. Changing socks after 4-5 hours helps a lot.
Also as mentioned quality socks, I wear 2 pair, attach the toe heater pack to the first pair then put the second pair over that, works great for me.
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