Field Notes
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Why We Use #10 Molded Tooth Zippers
ZIPPERSThe year was 1970 and I was pursuing selling the laminated Polar Guard now known as Lamilite. My primary target was the sleeping bag industry. I found a small manufacturer... -
Fabric Denier and Seams: What Makes a Bag Last
WHY SLEEPING BAGS DETERIORATEThe title of this article does not apply to Wiggy’s bags.I was recently told about sleeping bags made with fabrics from microfibers. I had no knowledge of... -
Why Body Moisture Is Your Biggest Enemy Outdoors
LAMILITE VS downThe following is part of a recent email,“By the way, last season I went hunting with my buddy and we got into camp late. I slept outside on... -
From Army Issue to Family Camping: A Customer Story
What Our Customers are Saying...Great Bags, made in America!I was first exposed to a Wiggy's sleeping bag when one was issued to me (Army) around two thousand. I had it... -
The Lamilite Survival Kit Built for Air Force Pilots
Survival Kit Items for U.S. Air Force Product DescriptionThe kit as a whole consists of six components:A poncho that can be worn or converted to a sleeping bagA pant that... -
What Clo Ratings Really Mean for Sleeping Bags
CLO TESTING It has been many years since I have written about “clo testing” but today I have surfaced a test report paid for in December 2010 by a reseller... -
Why We Build Our Bags With American Materials
MAINTAINING SELLING PRICESI have been able to keep my sleeping bag prices as low or lower than the giant companies.That said, I recently reviewed what other companies offer.When I reviewed... -
Warm at -45 in a Fairbanks Wall Tent
sleeping bag magicHi wiggly I moved to Alaska 22yr ago and found your sleeping bags via my father in law at the time. They have never been out of my... -
How Calf Jackets Help Struggling Newborn Calves
CALF JACKETSI am not a farmer, but I have learned since living in western Colorado that this is the time of year when calves are born. Recently a local rancher... -
Mittens vs. Gloves: A Snowboarder's Verdict
MITTENS VS GLOVESThe following email received over the weekend is as good an explanation of why you want to wear mittens when it is cold.Thank you, Kolby.“Hello again Jerry, my... -
Why Our Liner Jacket Beats Fleece
WHY LINER JACKETS ARE SO GOODThe following e mail I received this past weekend.Thank you very much for your prompt response in getting me the sleeping socks that were missing... -
A Lamilite Duvet That Helped Dad Sleep Again
Hi Mr. Jerry,I wanted to follow up on the custom king-sized Lamilite duvet that you made for me about 2.5 weeks ago. As I mentioned in the previous emails, it...