Clothing / PPE

You can't go wrong with Carhart. Pricey but well made and warm. If they don't make hi-vis you can always throw on a vest.

I have the Sherpa lined carhartt hooded jacket already. Had it maybe 3 years. It's pretty nice and warm, but I was thinking I needed more of a shell layer for this one...

http://www.carhartt.com/products/carhartt-men-outerwear/Shoreline-Jacket-J162

In the winter we get the conditions you're describing... low 40's, damp, breezy, working on or around water. The bad part is you can spend a fortune on outerwear that you only need for about two months out of the year.

Don't forget the pants. I just bought a pair of Carhartt "Medford" pants. I've only had an opportunity to wear them a couple of times, but I think they will do a good job of cutting the wind. They were about $65 and only come in dark colors.

You can probably find what you are looking for at http://www.sportexsafety.com/

thanks. some good ideas here

It may be helpful to find a silicone spray, or other kind of water proofing method to treat your carhartt. Any carhartt with the sheepwool lining should be good for warmth, and the canvas duck shell will shuck wind pretty good, but if the shell is constantly exposed to a mist like moisture, it will start to get wet, and thats not fun. The silicone will help repel water, but something like a wax can also help keep the wind from slipping through, but takes away breatheability. Don't forget about wearing things in layers, dont forget to take care of your fingers and toes, and a vest is good for visibility over anything else you find warmth and comfort in.

I would suggest a gore tex shell and paints with warm non-cotton layers underneath. Should stop the wind and spray and still be breathable. You may need to rinse them off to remove accumulated salt spray so they stay breathable.

I wear https://www.refrigiwear.com/

Monte, post: 398412, member: 11913 wrote: It may be helpful to find a silicone spray, or other kind of water proofing method to treat your carhartt. Any carhartt with the sheepwool lining should be good for warmth, and the canvas duck shell will shuck wind pretty good, but if the shell is constantly exposed to a mist like moisture, it will start to get wet, and thats not fun. The silicone will help repel water, but something like a wax can also help keep the wind from slipping through, but takes away breatheability. Don't forget about wearing things in layers, dont forget to take care of your fingers and toes, and a vest is good for visibility over anything else you find warmth and comfort in.

I had a friend from West Texas, about as county as good be, always in blue jeans. Told me when he goes snow skiing he does it in blue jeans as well. Just make sure to use about a can of starch when you iron them to make them water proof.

When I worked under the conditions the op described, and I don't anymore, you have to consider http://www.filson.com/men/pants/oil-finish-double-tin-bibs.html#122 . Your welcome.

Take a look at the gear made for cyclists

I have a wind proof breathable shell jacket in fluoro - works really well

Either Helley Hansen or Grunden commercial fishing bibs and jacket. Come in green or orange (get the orange). Impervious to wind and water. Last for years. Don't breath like goretex but unless your doing calisthenics or mountain climbing, who cares. Layer up underneath that shell with wool or poly, no cotton. This is what I use when it's blowing and raining sideways while temps are above freezing. If you go by a commercial fishing supply store, you might also want to pick up some 'Atlas' vinyl fishing gloves and some wool liners. Excellent dexterity and will keep your hands warm, dry and functioning under the wettest and nastiest of conditions. Carharts are made of cotton and when they get wet, not only are they incredibly heavy but will snatch the heat right out of your body. Work okay below freezing though.

http://www.go2marine.com/product/55166F/grundens-brigg-44-parka-rain-jacket-waterproof-regular-tall-sizes.html

I've been looking for a nice high vis Gore-Tex jacket since mine was stolen. My problem is finding one in tall size to fit my ape arms. I don't mind spending but no one seems to carry tall.

Im in canada, ive done lots of work on the border of the northwest territories. its common to be -45 celsius.

I use helly hanson gear. worth every penny

This coat:
http://m.dickssportinggoods.com/product/index.jsp?productId=72891726
(It can be had cheaper, I'm just lazy and went with the first link.)

It's thin disposition belies how well it cuts wind and cold in the field. Works so well I went snowboarding in it last winter- warmest and driest I've ever been at the end of a day on the slopes.

I'm a carhardt fan. I wash it and then spray it with silicon for it to stay waterproof for a few days when I have to work outside in the weather in the winter.

We use the rad wear rain gear. Rarely gets cold and wet enough to need it...

I have worked in the Far reaches of northern Canada, and Helly Hansen one piece suits are the warmest I have found.
We would also get the locally made wool lined leather lobster mitts, and epoxy a pencil eraser to the pointer finger for pushing buttons.

Full clothing is as follows:
Undies and polypropylene liner socks
Full polypropylene suit or smart wool if you are wealthy
Fleece tights with zippered legs
Fleece or wool shirt
Thin wool hat
Thick fleece balaclava
Full Helly Hansen suit
Thin poly liner gloves inside wool lined lobster mitts
(And spare gloves)
Military surplus - Micky mouse boots

..... Don't forget to build a fire for lunch.

Best of luck, glad I don't do that anymore.