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Post by Lonewolf on Nov 5, 2015 19:44:19 GMT -8
Due to past exposures in very cold conditions, I have a "cold" problem in my extremities, most particularly with my right hand. I need a very warm mitt in XXL but all I can find only go to XL of any kind.
Anyone know of a source for such a large size down mitt?
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Post by High Sierra Fan on Nov 5, 2015 21:14:39 GMT -8
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Post by Lonewolf on Nov 6, 2015 18:58:38 GMT -8
Thanks. Good options. While the parka is very nice (@$1300 it better be!), that's not the problem. Just the fingers.
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Post by High Sierra Fan on Nov 6, 2015 19:44:53 GMT -8
I believe you but I've experience for myself where upping my core insulation allowed my extremities to stay warm with little insulation. Part of the peripheral circulation constriction reflex is tied to core temp as that's what is protected by shutting off blood flow to extremities where it would provide a heat loss vulnerability. Sure the parka is over the top but something in that direction?
similar to dealing with cold feet by putting on a hat. Heart and lungs are protected, if they're warm extremity circulation is maintainable. With consideration for individual variability of course.
Oh the other thing, maybe boost your hand protection with silk or other fabric glove liners? The added benefit is you could take off the mittens for fine work and still have some protection. Works for me for handling cameras.
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Post by Lonewolf on Nov 7, 2015 3:47:33 GMT -8
Good thoughts but.... I'd be looking at something more core if it was the entire hand/extremities but it's just a few digits. 2 on the right, 3 on the left. The rest of the hand is fine. Feet can get cold(er) but my boots take care of them. I can be venting because I'm overheating but those particular digits will still get very cold very quickly.
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Post by High Sierra Fan on Nov 7, 2015 7:45:04 GMT -8
I understand, I was thinking of a more general sensitivity rather than localized issues from past injury.
I'd guess the one thing that might help is get your hand strength up by specific training, rubber donuts or squeeze balls etc. building muscle fitness would increase blood flow capacity and have a chance at countering the older damage? Maybe a doc or physical therapist could advise...
The silk liners would still help.
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Post by dayhiker on Nov 8, 2015 8:38:26 GMT -8
Here some: www.amazon.com/Gordini-Aquabloc-Gauntlet-Mitts-Medium/dp/B009L1LCI8/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1446999964&sr=8-2&keywords=down+mittensNot sure of the advantage of down here, compression would let you grab a pole a bit easier, but would be allot colder, but it you just needed some temporary dexterity that might be ok. I got some really padded out black diamond mitts, but I can hardly hold my ski poles with them, I rarely use them. I think the warmth of mitt, like a sleeping bag is the thickness of the insulation, something not compressible on the palm surface for holding stuff. Cross country mitts work because one does not hold the pole (tightly), but creates tension along the ski strap and the pole and the ground. Down hill poles need allot more insulation, particularly on the palm. (You also tend to be colder and working less downhill ski esp. on the lift, I put some insulation on my poles for that.)
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Post by tigger on Nov 8, 2015 11:57:56 GMT -8
I'm going to have to side with HSF on this one. I would start with your core insulation and probable circulation issues/repair. I'm not saying ignore the mitts but hit your issue on all fronts. I would make sure you are thoroughly hydrated, eat a warm meal/drink if possible, protect your core and go get a physical therapist's recommendations for some exercises to improve circulation. In regards to mitts, Consider getting mitts/gloves with removable liners. I had some liners custom made by a local seamstress for my trip to the Ice sheets of Greenland where the temps dipped to -50 a few times and we had to traverse on snowmobile for 100 miles at a shot. My hands stayed toasty warm using OR Modular mitts with my layered fleece liners. They also make a military grade modular glove as well (which I also own but are slightly less warm than the mitts for obvious reasons). Something like these (available in XXL) with your own liners of whatever weight fleece/etc. you desire should do the trick. www.duluthtrading.com/store/product/mens-outdry-waterproof-trigger-mitt-41725.aspx?processor=content
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Post by amaruq on Nov 10, 2015 7:44:02 GMT -8
I'll toss in a third vote for the glove liners beneath insulated over-mitts. This is my go-to method and has not failed me for ice climbing or backpacking in the harsh winters here. Warmth when needed and dexterity when required.
I will also agree with the suggestion to improve your overall circulationthrough core insulation and repairing damaged extremities, if at all possible.
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Post by walkswithblackflies on Nov 11, 2015 6:43:16 GMT -8
Have you tried looking at ski shops? We just had a multi-vendor sale here in Syracuse, and I came across several XXL gloves... a couple were down. Sorry I don't remember any brands. However, IMO, I'd steer clear of down... too easy for a glove to get wet.
Have you thought about wrapping a hand warmer pack around your wrist? I've done that several times with great success when I'm working in the field and can't use thick gloves.
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Post by dayhiker on Nov 23, 2015 10:04:13 GMT -8
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Post by Lonewolf on Nov 23, 2015 18:05:11 GMT -8
It's not "just" a circulation and/or core issue. The problem stems from almost freezing my hands after falling through a snow bridge into a creek at -20F.
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Post by Lonewolf on Nov 23, 2015 18:10:31 GMT -8
Look nice but there's no stores near me and so far (last 15 minutes) I haven't been able to find an online source. I'll be making a roadtrip at the end of Dec and hitting a few large cities so I'll have to check if there's a source in one of those. Thanks
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Post by High Sierra Fan on Nov 23, 2015 18:38:50 GMT -8
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Post by Westy on Nov 23, 2015 19:23:11 GMT -8
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