Field Notes
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What a Clo Rating Really Tells You
WHAT ACTUALLY IS A CLO UNIT?In 1941 A.P. Gagge, A.C. Burton, and H.C. Brazett published a paper in Science Publication explaining a Clo Unit. Clo UnitsThe insulation of a clothing... -
Why Antimicrobial Base Layers Can Backfire
CUSTOMER IN PUT ABOUT ANTIMICROBIALSThe following e mail was received about antimicrobials.Hi Jerry -https://www.scientificamerican.com/article/strange-but-true-antibacterial-products-may-do-more-harm-than-good/Regards,Scot C.P.S. I had one of the early polypro long underwear shirts. After 2 days camping I... -
An FBI Agent's Field Report on Wiggy's Gear
THE TESTIMONIALS JUST GET BETTERTo Jerry- I do not know if you read these E-mails but just-in-case you do, I wanted to tell you something you already know: In my... -
An Aircraft Mechanic on Wiggy's Workmanship
Good evening Jerry,I have spoken to you once the phone about 3 years ago and ordered a 0 degree bag at the time, UNBELIEVABLE product, I tell everyone about it.... -
Seven Customers on the Lamilite Sweater
1.The Indispensable Single GarmentEveryone who has lived, worked and recreated in the outdoors either has a shelf or box full of junk, or has consigned many items to thrift stores... -
Converted by Science: Two Long-Time Customers
Pat, I know that you have listened to Bob extol the virtues of Wiggy's (he has to be the biggest walking Wiggy advertisement out there). But one thing about Bob... -
How Continuous Filament Insulation Handles Moisture
What is becoming more and more obvious to me about the continuous filament fiber is how it functions to allow moisture to move through its structure while stifling heat movement.For... -
Why Feet Get Cold: Lessons From a Footwear Study
DOCTORAL THESIS- FOOTWEAR FOR COLD ENVIRONMENTS-THERMAL PROPERTIES, PERFORMANCE AND TESTINGRecently the Army published a sources sought notice looking for a new combat cold weather boot. I contacted them and asked... -
What Wiggy's Garments Weigh
WEIGHTS OF VARIOUS PRODUCTSBut before I list them I thought the testimonial below was worth posting. Absolutely outstanding in every way! The full set of fishnets I also received today.... -
Built to Last: Why Wiggy's Bags Are Too Good
SUSTAINABILITYBefore I talk about sustainability here is a testimonial that I received.Jerry.....I have been intending to write you to relate my Alaskan experience. Since I am stuck in Bethel, AK... -
Trapped in Arctic Sea Ice: A Survival Story
I am not surprised about the result as you will see when you finish reading Mr. DeVaney’s account of his experience. I am very grateful that he took the time... -
Field and Stream on the Wonders of Wiggy's
I GET SURPRISES EVERYDAY IT SEEMS. TODAY IS ONE OF THEM AND IT IS AS GOOD AS IT GETS!Hunting Gear: The Wonders of Wiggy’sBy David E. Petzal December 27, 2016...