Snow insulated coveralls

[oosik]

I got a pair of Carhart insulated bibs the winter we were in Glennallen. At first they were great. Then you sweat and the sweat wicks to the outside and freezes. I think that's where the term "tin pants" came from. Wool pants and long john worked much better. But those were some fairly extreme weather conditions.

Actually, Eddie Bauer goose down bibs were the very best. Military white felt boots - Eddie Bauer hooded goose down jacket & goose down gloves. Good if your outside activity was a lot of standing around. Not so great if it required any level of intricate work.

The ultimate - stay inside - drink hot coffee, laced with Drambuie.

 

[Looking4new]

I have Insulated Nomex coveralls with the necessary reflective stripes. They weren't cheap, I got them from Safety Supply. I also have a set of bib overalls from Williamson-Dickies, They were priced more reasonably and are my 'go to' overalls when the temps get to below zero. The leg zipper goes all the way to the waist, so I can get my boots on first.

 

[KennyG]

I prefer bibs and a jacket. Berne Apparel is where I buy all mine...excellent quality and le$$ than Carhartt yet still imported. I prefer the zip-to-hip style as it makes donning and doffing easy with shoes or boots on.

I have both Berne and Carhartt and the Carhartt may be a little better, the Berne is the better value. Until it get's really cold I wear the bibs over jeans and an insulated flannel shirt. Very easy to move and work.

 

[jbrumberg]

I sweat thinking about activity. In Winter I tend to wear polypropylene, wool, and Gortex clothing.

 

[Mace Canute]

Most days I wear flannel lined jeans. I have 3-4 pairs of them. It it's below 15F or so, I'll put on some long underwear under the flannel lined jeans. If it gets down to 0F, then I'll put on some Carhart coveralls. But winter is rarely colder than 20's around here anymore. I ice fish as often as possible, and even then, just the lined jeans and long underwear is more than enough.

I wear them all year round!

 

[Industrial Toys]

Ever see gangs of men digging out a train, lets say back in the fifties. They all seem to be wearing dress shoes, short jackets, thin pants (maybe long johns underneith, and brimmed hats. Weren't they cold?

I really like my lined work pants, except when I go and work in places that are terribly HOT! That's worse than being cold, if you ask me.

 

[HillStreet]

I wore insulated coveralls at work for 2 decades. Then I found insulated bib-overalls and a matching coat was much better. The bibs were just as warm, easier to move around in, easier to remove/add layers and easier for the wash-woman to launder.

I suspect the people that need them gave up on coveralls for the same reasons.

Low demand may be why they're hard to find.

I agree with you. Insulated bibs are great to help with layering clothes. I put on the bibs half way, lace up my boots, finish the bibs, then put on the sweatshirts and coat, whatever is needed. I am outside all winter and never an issue with being cold.

 

[bigtiller]

Ever see gangs of men digging out a train, lets say back in the fifties. They all seem to be wearing dress shoes, short jackets, thin pants (maybe long johns underneith, and brimmed hats. Weren't they cold?

I really like my lined work pants, except when I go and work in places that are terribly HOT! That's worse than being cold, if you ask me.

I bet the photographer was colder than the men with the shovels.

 

[RoyJackson]

I prefer bibs and a jacket. Berne Apparel is where I buy all mine...excellent quality and le$$ than Carhartt yet still imported. I prefer the zip-to-hip style as it makes donning and doffing easy with shoes or boots on.

I have the Berne coveralls...also, bib overalls. Both are warm and great quality.
The bibs are pretty easy to put on and off...the coveralls are a bit of a pain. One thing I strongly recommend is buying them at a store so you can get an idea of how well they'll fit. I had to return a couple (different brands) due to a poor fit.

 

[Budweiser John]

Most days I wear flannel lined jeans. I have 3-4 pairs of them. It it's below 15F or so, I'll put on some long underwear under the flannel lined jeans. If it gets down to 0F, then I'll put on some Carhart coveralls. But winter is rarely colder than 20's around here anymore. I ice fish as often as possible, and even then, just the lined jeans and long underwear is more than enough.

I値l offer up a second endorsement for flannel lined jeans. I especially like the Duluth Trading Company痴 line up as the flannel lining seems to be a bit heavier.
Flannel lined jeans are my 組o to uniform from about November 1 until sometime in March.

B. John

 

[Egon]

If they were shovelling they were warm!

Today’s clothing for cold weather::
Silk or polypropylene next th the skin. Then comes wool,fleece and/or down. Followed by an outer covering that is breathable but stops the wind. No Cotton or that wonderful Gortex material. Cotton absorbers sweat and gets cold. Gortex collects moisture on the inside that freezes into layers of ice. If you are not exerting yourself and not sweating Gortex will work.

The rate of perspiration can easily be greater than the wick ability of Gortex..

 

[Industrial Toys]

To me, modern outerwear has the texture and appearance of a tarp. I like the older, vintage soft nylon outerwear. I have a new set of modern snow pants and they are crinkly, uncomfortable, and covered with stupid zippers, velcro, straps, pockets and really stupid plastic logos. I wish I hadn't wasted my money. Oh, and you sweat in them.

 

[Slowpoke Slim]

Carhartt expedition grade bibs and hooded jacket with matching gloves here. Also balaclava full face mask. If I have to be out in it that is. -40F and 30 mph winds are "normal" winters here. Frostbite in minutes if you're caught out while wearing some "cutesy" fashion designer B.S. . Blocking the wind becomes pretty important. If it's not windy (unusual), then it's really not a problem.

It does make me grateful for a heated cab though.

 

[HillStreet]

Carhartt expedition grade bibs and hooded jacket with matching gloves here. Also balaclava full face mask. If I have to be out in it that is. -40F and 30 mph winds are "normal" winters here. Frostbite in minutes if you're caught out while wearing some "cutesy" fashion designer B.S. . Blocking the wind becomes pretty important. If it's not windy (unusual), then it's really not a problem.

It does make me grateful for a heated cab though.

Same here, plus I wear ski goggles too.