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Principles: What to do and not to do !
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At -40ºF the air is very dry and it's easier to manage the cold than humidity |
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Dress by the onion principle, 2 thin layers are better than a thick layer |
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Your worst ennemy is the humidity created by your own sweat |
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Cotton will absorbe humidity and it's fiber and will never dry |
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Modern material are working really well; they evacuate humidity from your transpiration outside, and they will dry quickly. |
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If your clothing is too tight, your blood will not circulate and you will be cold in no time |
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If your cloting is too loose, you will consume your body heat to heat the empty space |
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Your helmet must not leave marks on your face when you wear it on top of the baclava you choose |
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Your shoes must be comfortable with the 2 pairs of thick socks you are wearing |
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If your motorcycle jacket fit you well but is too tight when you have 3 or 4 layers underneath, it's too small |
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Never listen to sales people, they never lived by -40ºF and have no clue of what you need |
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When shopping, read the stickers, don't beleive what people say. |
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At -40ºF if you are doing stupid thing, Goretex will not save your life. |