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lamilite and footwear
MORE ABOUT THE LAMILITE SOCKSA TESTIMONIALAn Invaluable SockI've owned a pair of Wiggy's Lamilite socks since November 2017. I've used them rigorously for several months, and they've been with me on several hikes during the cold months in Houston Texas, as well as to Canada. These socks will blow any sock out of the water bar none. I'm often used [...]
how to handle wet feet
PURPLE SUPER LIGHT SLEEPING BAG SALE IS $140.00 WITH FREE SHIPPING (the price of $150.00 stated in yesterday’s article was incorrect).WET FEETThe military justifiably are on a quest to deal with the problem and it is a problem with wet feet. Soldiers are training in jungle conditions and their feet get wet. Soldiers fought in Viet Nam and [...]
testimonials galore
A SERIES OF TESTIMONIALS THAT MAKES ME PROUDSam is very prolific with his comments, and since they were on the same page as the others I chose to reprint what was there for each product.I am very grateful to Sam and the others.WiggyFISHNETSAn incredibly Important Layering PieceI ordered this pair of fishnet underwear, after having a rather disappointing experience with a [...]
stupidity reigns in the outdoor industry.
WATERPROOF SOCKS?Britain’s number one outdoor performance sock brand, Bridgedale, is introducing its first 100% waterproof sock range called Storm this spring.Developed to provide wet weather protection and day long comfort, it combines Bridgedale’s unique FusionTech™ with a HydroTech™ Waterproof, Breathable and Windproof membrane. The new Storm range has been designed and tested to perform to the highest standards in [...]
another way to waste money
U.S. Army bioengineer develops high-tech fabrics to keep soldiers warm, dry, and safe At the U.S. Army Natick Soldier Research, Development & Engineering Center, the bioengineer develops high-tech fabrics for combat clothing to keep soldiers safe and comfortable and to help them be more effective in the field. The latest project on a heating textile that keeps soldiers’ extremities warm [...]
more chemicals
RESPONSE TO RECENT ARTICLE ABOUT BIKERS CLOTHING.Dear Wiggy,Wool is the traditional material for good cycling jerseys and shorts. Woolen shorts with either a doubled crotch or chamois for wear-resistance and “padding”. Best regards,AngusJerry: Like you, I was pretty curious about any fibre that is purported to be bamboo in origin. The advertising that had me curious was hosted soft and durable the [...]
a new product
NEW PRODUCTI have been working with a very light weight nylon fabric which is quite strong as it is parachute cloth. Since I quilt it to the Lamilite L-6 with the nylon on both sides I decided to incorporate my bootie pattern when cutting other products.I use the same non-slip material on the sole, the same draw cord and [...]
the big box
BIG BOX SPORTING GOODS STORESAlmost every day when I receive articles from the on line publication SGB (Sporting Goods Business) there is an article about another store being opened in some city. I am not against companies making investments in opening more stores in their chains since it provides jobs etc. I read that Bass Pro/Cabelas have 190 [...]
arctic boots
MIRACLE COLD WEATHER BOOTSThis past week I saw a pre-solicitation notice posted on Federal Business Opportunities web site for “Extreme Cold, Wet Boots NSN 8430 91 630 7763. This is published by Defense Logistics Agency.I tried researching the NSN without any success. I was interested in seeing schematics and temperature rating. I had no success so I wrote to [...]
the quest for insulation continues.
The following article is found in Specialty Fabrics Review. “Insulating fabric, or polar bear pelt?”Polar bears have a thick pelt that keeps them warm in the arctic environment even when temperatures average -40F during the winter months.The polar bear must be well fed for the “pelt” to retain their body heat. Polar bears that die from starvation still have their [...]