Winter Thermals

Hey Everyone,

As some of you know I have an allergy to the cold (I break out in hives) and don't really show up during the winter because my winter garb has been rather lacking. I want to change this.

I'm starting to look around online for some winter thermals for under my costume and ways to make my costume look better during the winter. What brands of thermals do you use? Materials? Other things I should know before I buy something. My goal for this winter is to not be steeling Matt's cloak every event but have enough warm clothing of my own to keep me from breaking out too much.

Thanks for your help!

-Ann

WinterSilks.com

Also, www.knightrealms.com/logistics/50-clothi...-your-character.html

I spent 20 minutes trying to find that link and failing horribly... Thanks Geoff.

I love underlayers from www.patagonia.com - Both the sets Sam and I have have lasted for at least 5 years of wear, and I still love them.

Patagonia baselayers do not come cheaply, but they are worth the investment, as Kristen said. I have put mine through rigors that far exceed anything that happens to us at KR and they have never failed me.

Mammut is another brand with an excellent reputation, but I don't have any personal experience with their wares.

Oh, in particular, check out the zip-neck baselayers. Zipped up they are much warmer than the crew necks and unzipped to various lengths they give you better temperature regulation options.