Dominicppg Posted April 11, 2013 Share Posted April 11, 2013 How do you stay warm when flying in winter? Obvious choices are: Layers - can be too hot on the ground so you end up sweating & cold in the air Good base layer - do these work, if so, which ones? Flying suit - can be expensive Heated kit - can add weight & complexity Accessories - ? How do you make sure you're not too hot (and sweaty) on the ground, but warm enough in the air, even if you fly for a few hours at a time? Dom Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ptwizz Posted April 11, 2013 Share Posted April 11, 2013 "Tank suit" from govt. surplus. They're cheap and effective. I have two. I use just the inner part of one under jeans & fleece for flying. The other suit makes ideal winter workshop clothing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
s1buell_wl Posted April 11, 2013 Share Posted April 11, 2013 I've always used this coat with layers http://www.livefortheoutdoors.com/Gear- ... oded-2008/ It's only 500grams and I cant say enough good things about it. My gloves http://www.livefortheoutdoors.com/Gear- ... uide-2009/ In brazil I use these, there are high tech lol Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AdEves Posted April 11, 2013 Share Posted April 11, 2013 Dickies waterproof/windproof overalls. £50. Awesome. Sent from Dorset on my iPad probably whilst drinking wine, lying in the sofa using PMC Forum mobile app Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
s1buell_wl Posted April 11, 2013 Share Posted April 11, 2013 You can install a Thor motor...... Lots of heat!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gordon_dunn Posted April 11, 2013 Share Posted April 11, 2013 A good set of army-surplus thermal long-johns, thick socks, regular trousers/jeans, T-shirt, Fleece, then flying suit over that.... Ballyclava helmet, flying helmet and a pair of gloves.... I use a helmet with visor, which is even better... the only part of me that feels anyway cold are my hands, so I generally sit on them when I fly, and weight shift to steer. Many layers are the key to this... and keep your top layer wind proof. GD Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
carlf Posted April 12, 2013 Share Posted April 12, 2013 ... here's a second for the Dickies waterproof padded overalls - perfect for paramotoring - detachable hood, loads of pockets, padded knees, and toasty warm. That and some mountain bike gloves. Of course, now it's spring, we don't need to worry about things like that and can all fly in shorts and t-shirts Oh well, we live in hope Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Treetall100 Posted April 12, 2013 Share Posted April 12, 2013 ... here's a second for the Dickies Do you mean...construction type work wear? Patrick Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AdEves Posted April 12, 2013 Share Posted April 12, 2013 Yep, available from builders merchants and farm shops. Sent from Dorset on my iPad probably whilst drinking wine, lying in the sofa using PMC Forum mobile app Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Dominicppg Posted April 12, 2013 Author Share Posted April 12, 2013 Thanks guys. Great advice. Just went out and bought a Dickies Construction Fly Suit. Very nice in French Police Officer colours. Dom Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
norbertflyer Posted April 12, 2013 Share Posted April 12, 2013 Eat before flying. Richard. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve Posted April 12, 2013 Share Posted April 12, 2013 For me the main concerns are hands (Gin Alpine Gloves) followed by feet (one pair of good outdoor socks, not too thick) and making sure that draft at the back of the neck between the balaclava and jacket is minimized. A quality base layer, fleece top, outdoor/army trousers and wind proof jacket is usually enough. Base layer and flying suit in very cold weather. Too much bulk is uncomfortable. Sent from my iPhone using PMC Forum mobile app Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted April 13, 2013 Share Posted April 13, 2013 Too much bulk is uncomfortable.Sent from my iPhone using PMC Forum mobile app Agreed, I in the early days of my flying I would rather be a little bit colder and be able to move around in the harness and have free moving arms and so on...... Later in life I discovered and saved up for a lipo powered heated vest. (which feels like you are laying in a bath :-) ) 1 battery lasts 4 hours. Not cheep, but it keeps your entire body warm from the core out and is well worth saving up for and adding to your wish list for next winter. http://www.exo2theheatinside.com/produc ... armer.html SW Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted April 13, 2013 Share Posted April 13, 2013 The item above does NOT include the battery. SW Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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