Originally Posted by
hsuBM
Seven miles in, while I could still feel the icy air flowing through, I was basting. Drenched in sweat. Ready to pull over and take a nap. Gloves off, gaiter off, hat off, goggles off. Woolrich fully Batman’d, The other three unzipped halfway down my chest. “Ugh, and I gotta wear all this back home, too?!”
That’s how we all learn ;-)
Insulation layer is key. That’s the layer you have to figure out, play with. It’s amazing how much one thin wool layer can do, yes!
Layering is smart, removing layers that’s something else.
A lightweight vest / body warmer may be useful: full zip = easy to vent; no sleeves = no bulk and (!) easier to remove --> wear it on top or underneath your shell jacket.
Often you don’t need much. But do take special care of your extremities.