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Post by toshtego on Dec 30, 2021 12:53:48 GMT -5
An Irish Cable Knit sweater given to me at age 17. I was somewhat smaller back then. The nice thing about these sweaters is they stretch out to accommodate any wearer. The quality of work in 1968 is way better than what I have seen lately from Ireland. I am sure they still produce the quality yarns and perform the excellent knitting but one has to really search for it, it seems. Ecosmart Poly sweatpants from Hanes. A pair of sheep shearling ankle high slippers with long toes curling back onto the instep. Jingle bells on the ankles announce my every step.  You were doing well until the jingle bells.  I have to warn the cats I am coming. |
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Post by urbino on Dec 30, 2021 13:06:29 GMT -5
You were doing well until the jingle bells. I have to warn the cats I am coming. I was going to say the doggo must appreciate the warning. |
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Post by Ronv69 on Dec 30, 2021 15:57:29 GMT -5
Boots.
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Post by Plainsman on Dec 30, 2021 20:03:17 GMT -5
Getting colder here, so dud-modification is in order for my daily trips… Jeans (of course), a pair of comfy suede Luccheses, a dark blue Gardaí sweater, and a black puff jacket. Good for nigh-zero before going to parkas.
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Post by urbino on Dec 30, 2021 20:18:20 GMT -5
Getting colder here, so dud-modification is in order for my daily trips… Jeans (of course), a pair of comfy suede Luccheses, a dark blue Gardaí sweater, and a black puff jacket. Good for nigh-zero before going to parkas. We're supposed to finally get some winter temps here next week. Hoping I can break out a sweater or two. |
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Post by toshtego on Jan 3, 2022 16:27:44 GMT -5
Wool blend Union Suit, Heavy Carhartt bib overalls but not quilted, thick Woolrich moth eaten wool shirt, Chippewa waterproof boots which seem to have some kind of insulation. Temperature dropping fast at 1430 hours down 6 degrees to +20 (F).
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Post by Ronv69 on Jan 3, 2022 19:17:16 GMT -5
It got down to 23 here in NE Texas last night and the high was 45 and sunny. Supposed to be warmer tomorrow. The heaters didn't keep it above freezing in the wife's greenhouse so I picked up some sheets of foam insulation to put on top. Fur lined slippers with socks, and triple sweats.
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Post by trailboss on Jan 3, 2022 20:15:46 GMT -5
Mid 60’s for our highs this week, high pressure ridge moving in, 70’s next week…. As it should be.
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Post by just ol ed on Jan 4, 2022 0:29:05 GMT -5
nobody at the chats for now. Got in a shower, been awhile with all of wifie's needs. Clean Haband house-rags, winter socks, heaviest fleece drawstring pants, over v-neck tee, a thermal long sleeve non-descript shirt & thick vest. All mixed colors, don't care 'bout any of that. Winter parka when out & around. Thermal undies of course when out as high was 21. Now in when thermo set for 67. (course undies off after staying in...wifie's orders)!
Ed Duncan, Batavia, NY
'nuff said awready
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Post by Ronv69 on Jan 4, 2022 0:42:23 GMT -5
Mid 60’s for our highs this week, high pressure ridge moving in, 70’s next week…. As it should be. Mid 50s to mid 60s for NE Texas for the rest of January. |
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Post by terrapinflyer on Jan 4, 2022 11:24:02 GMT -5
It's warming from 22°F this am to 32°F at the moment. Fuzzy slippers, thick socks, yoga pants, long tie-dye tee, bulky Bar Harbor hoodie, nylon coat for smoking, and a leather aviator cap & goggles.
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Post by toshtego on Jan 4, 2022 13:13:19 GMT -5
Mid 60’s for our highs this week, high pressure ridge moving in, 70’s next week…. As it should be. Warmer here, next door. Already reached 3 degrees! |
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Post by urbino on Jan 4, 2022 22:09:45 GMT -5
Mid 60’s for our highs this week, high pressure ridge moving in, 70’s next week…. As it should be. Warmer here, next door. Already reached 3 degrees! Streakin' weather. |
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Post by toshtego on Jan 7, 2022 13:02:24 GMT -5
I am wearing a pair of winter boots. These are Chippewa eight inch lace ups. Water proof with an insulation layer and steel reinforced toes. Good warm boots. Problem is the soles are smooth for pavement, factory floors, etc. They are hell on snow, ice or even much. So, after years of "slipping and sliding like a weasel on a string" (Bob Dylan), I added screw on Hob Nails, about 12 per boot on the soles. Think studded snow tires only wider at 1/4 inch. The solution country men and soldiers have followed since Roman times. SO, I have to watch it on nice wood floors and on tile or concrete. The heels are left plain for smooth surface traction. On the ice and snow, they provide that improvement in traction my knees will thank me for.
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Post by just ol ed on Jan 7, 2022 15:55:43 GMT -5
"duck" rubber bottom shoes, thickest Haband drawstring pants, thermal camo vest over "work" coat, knit cap. Of course, thermal long johns. Not frigid, but windy out
Ed Duncan, Batavia, NY
'nuff said re: wifie & undies when home
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Post by Ronv69 on Jan 7, 2022 17:21:22 GMT -5
Overalls, work boots, a flannel shirt and lace pantaloons.
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Post by urbino on Jan 7, 2022 18:30:30 GMT -5
A Donald Duck costume.
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Post by Gypo on Jan 7, 2022 20:45:53 GMT -5
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Post by terrapinflyer on Jan 11, 2022 14:22:47 GMT -5
I'm wondering how that works with the bear paws. |
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Post by cigrmaster on Jan 11, 2022 15:04:11 GMT -5
I have a t shirt that is all black but in front it says Got then there is the picture of a pipe. I have no memory where I bought it but it fits and is pretty cool with the pipe. I am wearing a pair of Adidas gym shorts.
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Post by just ol ed on Jan 11, 2022 16:04:06 GMT -5
heaviest Habands I have. thermals under fleece drawstring pants (couple small burn holes), same on top without the holes, knit cap (shows UTU,United Transportation Union from back in good pay days),undies off now, got new furnace finall installed.
Ed Duncan, Batavia, NY
dirty ol man per wifie's orders
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Post by toshtego on Jan 11, 2022 18:10:41 GMT -5
heaviest Habands I have. thermals under fleece drawstring pants (couple small burn holes), same on top without the holes, knit cap (shows UTU,United Transportation Union from back in good pay days),undies off now, got new furnace finall installed. Ed Duncan, Batavia, NY dirty ol man per wifie's orders My fleece lined draw string "Sweat Pants" were too snug. So, I reversed them. Wearing the white fleece on the outside makes me look a little like a Yeti or Hoot Gibson. Roomier though. |
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Post by Ronv69 on Jan 11, 2022 18:17:55 GMT -5
heaviest Habands I have. thermals under fleece drawstring pants (couple small burn holes), same on top without the holes, knit cap (shows UTU,United Transportation Union from back in good pay days),undies off now, got new furnace finall installed. Ed Duncan, Batavia, NY dirty ol man per wifie's orders My fleece lined draw string "Sweat Pants" were too snug. So, I reversed them. Wearing the white fleece on the outside makes me look a little like a Yeti or Hoot Gibson. Roomier though. I don't get it. Are your socks bigger inside out? Your shirts? I don't get the physics of that. Glad it worked for you. 😉🤠 |
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Post by Ronv69 on Jan 11, 2022 18:19:13 GMT -5
Typical Cass County attire. Overalls, a t-shirt, work boots and a gimmy cap.
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Post by toshtego on Jan 11, 2022 20:13:41 GMT -5
My fleece lined draw string "Sweat Pants" were too snug. So, I reversed them. Wearing the white fleece on the outside makes me look a little like a Yeti or Hoot Gibson. Roomier though. I don't get it. Are your socks bigger inside out? Your shirts? I don't get the physics of that. Glad it worked for you. 😉🤠 It is quite simple. Take a pair of XXl pants and add a thick lining inside. That reduces the interior diameter of the pant legs by the thickness of the added material. I am happy to answer these complex technical questions for you when they come up. Please feel free to consult me in the future. |
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Post by toshtego on Jan 11, 2022 20:16:18 GMT -5
Typical Cass County attire. Overalls, a t-shirt, work boots and a gimmy cap. Do you wear a bow tie with your Bib Overalls when going to town? I have worn a Bolo with mine. |
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Post by Ronv69 on Jan 11, 2022 21:53:45 GMT -5
Typical Cass County attire. Overalls, a t-shirt, work boots and a gimmy cap. Do you wear a bow tie with your Bib Overalls when going to town? I have worn a Bolo with mine. Usually too hot for a tie of any kind. I do wear a bolo tie to church and any other dress-up events. But we haven't had any. This really isn't a tie area. I get funny looks on rainy days when I wear a flat cap. |
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Post by Ronv69 on Jan 11, 2022 21:59:02 GMT -5
I don't get it. Are your socks bigger inside out? Your shirts? I don't get the physics of that. Glad it worked for you. 😉🤠 It is quite simple. Take a pair of XXl pants and add a thick lining inside. That reduces the interior diameter of the pant legs by the thickness of the added material. I am happy to answer these complex technical questions for you when they come up. Please feel free to consult me in the future. So, the fuzzy lining is so thick that it makes you look like Ragnar Lothbrok? I can dig it! media.tenor.com/images/7d242ea823f6f07c3439d79b268f4269/tenor.gif |
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Post by toshtego on Jan 11, 2022 21:59:43 GMT -5
Do you wear a bow tie with your Bib Overalls when going to town? I have worn a Bolo with mine. Usually too hot for a tie of any kind. I do wear a bolo tie to church and any other dress-up events. But we haven't had any. This really isn't a tie area. I get funny looks on rainy days when I wear a flat cap. I get looks with my Flat Cap. That is who I am and for better or worse! |
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Post by toshtego on Jan 11, 2022 22:12:27 GMT -5
It is quite simple. Take a pair of XXl pants and add a thick lining inside. That reduces the interior diameter of the pant legs by the thickness of the added material. I am happy to answer these complex technical questions for you when they come up. Please feel free to consult me in the future. So, the fuzzy lining is so thick that it makes you look like Ragnar Lothbrok? I can dig it! media.tenor.com/images/7d242ea823f6f07c3439d79b268f4269/tenor.gif No more like old Hoot.  |
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