The last couple weeks I've had a chance to field test my new cold fighter combo...the New sleeveless Treker heavy wool pullover with attached hood and roomy pockets. Worn over the Wool Longhunter shirt has made for very comfortable hunting in some pretty windy and brisk December weather. It's not only warm but light weight and the sleeveless top allows good arm movement when drawing your bow. :archer2:
(http://www.shrewbows.com/rons_linkpics/Cold_combo.JPG)
Nice!
Very nice indeed
i didn't know that santa is a bowhunter. LOL!
QuoteOriginally posted by Ron LaClair:
The last couple weeks I've had a chance to field test my new cold fighter combo...the New sleeveless Treker heavy wool pullover with attached hood and roomy pockets. Worn over the Wool Longhunter shirt has made for very comfortable hunting in some pretty windy and brisk December weather. It's not only warm but light weight and the sleeveless top allows good arm movement when drawing your bow. :archer2:
(http://www.shrewbows.com/rons_linkpics/Cold_combo.JPG)
Nice set up. Do you send overseas?
I live in the UK.
Thanks for your time
QuoteOriginally posted by ozy clint:
i didn't know that santa is a bowhunter. LOL!
What else would he do for the rest of the year :biglaugh:
Ron your inner "mountain man" is showing bud...lol
I think your stuff is awesome looking and will "get the job done".
However I ask if you would help educate folks a step further.
I think most have gotten the message about upper body wear but not nearly enough has been said about leggings.
Leggings don't have to be fancy to look good. In your photo I see you have picked a color that will blend your body with your surroundings and still keep your warm.
"How cool is this?... Way!! I'm saying"...
Ron my friend.. you "Rock!"
Merry Christmas brother!
Keep up the good work!!
God bless, Mudd
That looks like a real practical piece of clothing, wool is all I care to wear when I'm outdoors. Are the sizes cut generous for layering?
Good looking stuff!
Ron;
Are those Steger mukluks? If they are, I'd like to get a review from you for hunting purposes. I've been looking at those and wondering how quiet they are and what the footing's like.
Dave
I wore the Trecker while at Shrewhaven this year, and I really enjoyed it. Notice in Ron's picture that the pockets are set lower. They work well if you are wearing a belt, you can still access the pockets. The hood is nice too. I usually don't care for a hood, but I grew to appreciate this one. You can wear it "full size" for optimum wind protection, or kind of roll it back to improve you peripheral vision. This is a very functional garment.
I agree Ron wool is great!!! Hey Ron Where did you get the boots? They look like something I would enjoy wearing please send me some information if you would please, thanks Jerry.
They're Steger Moosehide Mukluks. GREAT winter footwear, felt lined, warm and lightweight. The ones I'm wearing are the Yukon's in the tall size. I also have a pair of Traditional-Short in brown. A word to the wise, order them in a size or two larger than you'd normally wear, I had to send my first pair back...too small.
http://shop.mukluks.com/
Mudd, you're right, the bottom half of your body is important to keep warm also. It's gotta get pretty cold before I break out the longjohns. I've got a couple pair of lambs wool LJ's, they're soft as a baby's behind and warm. Then wool pants and my Mukluks. The wool leg ties (garters) aren't really necessary but they help keep the pants from sagging above the boots...plus they look cool... :D
For years I have been a great believer in sleeveless layers.
My arms don't get cold very easily so a few layers (long john, shirt, jacket) work well.
Then one or two vests or other sleeveless garments, either under or over the jacket, and I am toasty ! And I can move my arms and shoot.
ChuckC
Ron....... AGREED !!!
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We made the switch a few years back and cannot believe it took us this long to catch on, slow I guess ? I have said it before and will say it again.... "Try as he may, man simply cannot improve on what God made. " Love how wool breathes and has such a large comfort range. Does not readily absorb ordors and is super quiet in cold weather. Also absorbs light and blends in even in solid colors. Mason LOVES his LongHunter !
I agree, the sleeveless piece makes a huge difference for me and feeling more mobile during the shot. Great pics and advice, thanks Ron!
Hey Precurve
I've been wearing the same mukluk for several years. It is perhaps the finest footwear for warmth,comfort(read lightweight) and winter use.I was never able to experience warm feet until I started wearing these.
@Ron:THX for the link
Good stuff Ron, I like the idea of the attatched hood to the sleeveless model,,I've been wearing your pullovers for about 3 yrs now, they stop the wind and keep in the heat, and it's easy to pull the bow 'cause I'm not so bulked up.
It have to be wool what santa's wearing!!!
Pretty hard to argue with that! Good looking combo. Wool over silk undies is my next test. All natural.
Are those Sitka Supremes in your quiver, Ron?
Lookin' good!
Nice looking outer wear....
Just how big an ole boy are you, grin ???
QuoteAre those Sitka Supremes in your quiver, Ron?
Yes they are...
http://www.shrewbows.com/sitkasupreme/index.html
Great look! I often wonder if it would be too warm for East Texas. Mostly in the 40's and 50's in hunting season.
I love the theory, idea, and functionality I read about... any thoughts.
Always like to wear a vest for the warmth without restricting arm movement.With the hood to keep the snow from the trees falling down your neck this looks like the perfect wintertime garment.
Me thinks I'm getting a wool longhunter for Christmas from my lovely wife! Can't wait to try it out!
Jmgcurve, You could always order the lighter weight version Ron offers. With just a layer of Ullfrotte' 400 gr longjohns on and the lightweight version you should be about right for 40's. JMHO
NICE looking stuff. Great idea
Will it come in a scent-lock style? with pockets for range finders and releases and mock scrape making tools and a butt-out tool and... :biglaugh:
QuoteOriginally posted by Ron LaClair:
(http://www.shrewbows.com/rons_linkpics/Cold_combo.JPG)
Great looking wool Ron!!!
I must say though, I think a red wool coat/pants with some white trim and a black belt would suit ya better. :smileystooges:
I have the shirt - for comparison's sake, is the vest heavier then the shirt?
Thanks
Steve
Nice Ron, looking good!
QuoteOriginally posted by SteveB:
I have the shirt - for comparison's sake, is the vest heavier then the shirt?
Thanks
Steve
Anyone know?
WISH I WASN'T ALLERGIC TO IT.
Wool does rule!
I absolutely love wool...and I also really like that new sleeveless pullover in Ron's pic. Going to check into getting one.
QuoteOriginally posted by SteveB:
QuoteOriginally posted by SteveB:
I have the shirt - for comparison's sake, is the vest heavier then the shirt?
Thanks
Steve
Anyone know? [/b]
According to Ron's site... yes.
Treker Wool Vest (http://www.shrewbows.com/treker_wool/)
anyone remember paul bruners article in trad. bowhunter a decade ago when the cabin caught fire and he almost lost his life cause the polyester clung to his skin,he became a wool wearer after that, i think about that article once in a while,especially when i camp in poly!
QuoteOriginally posted by highplains55:
anyone remember paul bruners article in trad. bowhunter a decade ago when the cabin caught fire and he almost lost his life cause the polyester clung to his skin,he became a wool wearer after that, i think about that article once in a while,especially when i camp in poly!
Ever since I read that article I pay attention to what I/my family have on when near a fire.
Highplains,
I believe it was Paul who had the wool on and it contributed to his survival. Pretty sure it was one of the other fellas with poly and he died.
The lesson learned is still the same for us. My poly hasn't been used since that article. Smart wool and Filson for me. It's spendy but will last till I don't need it.