Forest survival specialist, explorer, adventurer, trainer, speaker and author
It is a fact that the temperature in my part of the country is very changeable and that I have to adapt my clothing all year long. Even during the summer season, it can go from 25 degrees Celsius to freezing in one day. During my survival training sessions in the forest, I make the participants aware of this point.
Here, the biggest danger is definitely hypothermia and not the wild animals living in our forests.
So I make this suggestion that I have been doing for many years. Include a down jacket in their gear. Yes, even in the summer.
Our favourites for spring:
It's lightweight and fits nicely in a backpack.
You may think I'm exaggerating, but I'm not. Imagine being subjected to a lost or stuck situation in the forest. Or you have to spend the night outside on a wet ground with a light breeze that freezes your blood. Extreme situation, you may say, but it is possible, and how happy you will be to have this item in your possession.
No one is exempt from this type of situation.
Compressible RDS down jackets :
There are a wide variety of designs and insulation options for this type of garment. Synthetic insulations are light and compact and are effective at wicking moisture. While down or RDS down is warmer and more compressible, it will lose its effectiveness if it gets wet. That's why many of them have outer fabrics and coatings to protect against this enemy.
In brief, there is something for everyone with or without a hood. Personally, I tend to prefer wearing the hood because of the important thermal loss through the head.
Jackets with hood:
Of course, the garment will also have its place during winter activity to keep us warm when switching from aerobic to stationary mode. As well as for everyday wear. In short, you can't do without it.
So do as many people do, add this garment to your backpack for your next outdoor activities. Here's something to keep the coldest of us warm.
More than a good habit, you'll appreciate it.
Forest survival specialist, explorer, adventurer, trainer, speaker and author
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