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jmlpa
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keeping warm

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Hi All, my daughter is very petite and the range has little heat, what clothing do you all recommend to help her stay warm when she is competing? We have seen very cold ranges when she shoots for the High School and it is effecting her scores. She shoots with a shooting sweater, and leggings under her pants, but it is not enough.
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joel
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Re: keeping warm

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There exists heated clothing that runs off batteries. I use them when I ride in colder temps on my motorcycle. Unless they are disallowed by the rules, I think it will add plenty of warmth without much bulk. Extra batteries for longer matches would help.

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rmca
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Re: keeping warm

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Does she shoot pistol or rifle?

If rifle, be aware that the jacket can not be too tight. This would limit the amount of layers she can wear. See rule 7.5.4
7.5.4.2 ...The jacket must hang loosely on the wearer. To determine this, the jacket must be capable of being
overlapped beyond the normal closure by at least 70 mm, measured from the center of the button to the outside edge of the
button hole...


Check a winter sports/mountain shop and choose something that is warm and not to bulky. Polar sweaters are a good bet. They are light, not bulky and quite warm.
A warm drink in a thermos (tea for example) also helps.
jmlpa
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Re: keeping warm

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rifle, 22lr
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spektr
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Remember that the vast bulk of your heat is lost thru your head. A good stocking hat is the first choice.. I actually wear a Balaclava from a fire protection gear company when it gets cold. It has a loose neck skirt and is really warm and light.

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Trooperjake
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Re: keeping warm

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rmca, in the USA, high school shooting is not ISSF rules.

I would suggest getting skiing undergarments and a thermal cap.
But beware, with good clothing, she may get TOO warm.
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SamEEE
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Re: keeping warm

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Shameless New Zealand product plug. Stuff is so warm and toasty, but.

Base layer is quite important for keeping warm.

Icebreaker:
Top
http://www.amazon.com/Icebreaker-Womens ... 8262431660

Neckwarmer
http://www.amazon.com/Icebreaker-Flexi- ... icebreaker

Beanie
http://www.amazon.com/Icebreaker-Skylin ... 8262453509

Leggings
http://www.amazon.com/Icebreaker-101507 ... E2P9F0C6T7
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Leon
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Re: keeping warm

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Move somewhere warm ! It's very nice here in Australia at the moment...
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john bickar
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+1 on the hat. Doc Sexton taught me that one.
bking
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Re: keeping warm

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For pistol (and winter motorcycling) I use this ~$150 heated vest. It has 4 heat settings & spare rechargeable batteries are about $30. This + a hat & she should be in good shape.

Since I've started wearing it to matches others I shoot with have bought them too- they really work well.

http://www.amazon.com/ANSAI-Mobile-Warm ... eated+vest
Jimro
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Re: keeping warm

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military surplus poly pro long john bottoms, a glove on her support hand, and a watch cap.

The shooting sweater under the jacket is enough for her torso, so increasing the insulation on her legs, hand, and head should be enough to keep her toasty.

Hope this helps.

Jimro
mparker
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Champion C9 underwear is designed to help you be warm and cool depending on the activity level. It is very inexpensive (check Target), very lightweight, comes in colors, and warmth levels (warm, warmer, warmest). I guess it's unisex styling as I did not notice if it had both men's and women's styles. I use them for shooting and photography. Add a stocking cap too!
TerryKuz
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Re: keeping warm

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I use Under Armor 3.0, or 4.0 to hunt. I also use disposable hand warmers on the back of my neck.
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