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10-05-2006, 11:32 PM
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if you travel starting off in summer, and then somewhere in the middle it's going to get cold before it gets hot again, what do you do about packing? winter clothes are so heavy to have to carry around for 2 months before you need them.
anyone encountered this problem before and how did they overcome it?
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10-06-2006, 05:24 AM
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id just put some money asside and buy somthin along the way...
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10-06-2006, 05:27 AM
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Thermal underwear doesn't take up much space and can keep you very warm.
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10-06-2006, 06:25 AM
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Layers are a good way to go, if you're not going anywhere sub-Arctic. You can get very lightweight thermal underwear that packs compactly (silk is good, check out a camping store for other alternatives) and keeps you much warmer than bulkier sweaters/pants. A layering of thermal underwear/long sleeved tshirt/fleece jacket and waterproof jacket, along with thermal underwear under a pair of slacks and a decent pair of warm socks in waterproof shoes would keep you pretty comfortable in most types of weather, including light snow, and you'd probably have use for the fleece, waterproof jacket and long sleeved shirt in most European climates anyway - at least at night. (I think you are traveling in Europe?) Throw in a knit hat and pair of gloves (which you could buy at a street stall in most places in winter, anyway) and you'll be quite comfy.
If you're going to be heading into really cold weather (below freezing for any length of time), then consider checking out second hand stores when you get to the colder climes, and pick up a sweater or heavier coat when you need it. When you head somewhere warmer, you can either mail it back home, or leave it at a homeless shelter or charity (you can get this info from the tourist info offices.)
When I went to Poland in April, many years back, I was shocked to wake up to snow one morning, but I just put on all the clothes that would fit, and managed to stay almost warm enough. I looked a bit like the Michelin man, but it beat freezing. When I finally made my way to Switzerland in late May, I sent home my heavier sweaters and appreciated the slightly lighter pack. Now I take thermals and preserve my freedom of movement a bit.
Another option you may have is to reroute your trip so that you hit the warmer climes in the winter and head north when things warm up a bit (or before they get cold). Of course this depends on your itinerary, but it might be a possibility.
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10-06-2006, 09:57 AM
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A bottle of bourbon and a soft bosom are all the warmth I'll ever need.
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10-10-2006, 03:17 AM
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lol omi.
anyways besides that I would say look into the country your going if its like serious alaska style winter then your just gonna have to pick up or maybe trade some gear on the way.
However if its like central europe I would simply have layers along a thermal underwear is what we use in northern canada (where I live) under our normal cloathes and thats super till like 25 below. But even if that is a little over the top you can never go wrong with layers, a tshirt under a hoodie and a coat will keep you stellar warm or a little thing called gortex is always key, just shell out a little extra on a solid coat with a fleece lining and wind/water proof thats probably all you need.
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06-20-2011, 02:54 AM
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Re: clothes between the seasons
Thermal underwear is good option for the condition.
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