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jo jo 7
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How cold does it get in Russia? Does it get as cold as New York there?
When living in New York (1993 or 1994, cannot remember) it got down to -30 below zero, I wore t-shirt, a good wool sweater, fur lined gloves and a heavy water proof, lined coat with a hood, scarf. Everything was easy to remove when I went somewhere. My coat came down just past the knees so that I didn't have to wear long johns and I did not wear 2 or 3 pairs of socks, I wore just a good pair of insulated ankel boots so that my feet did not sweat which will make you colder. Fur lined boots makes your feet sweat too...I learned my lesson wearing the fur lined boots...my feet froze and when your feet gets cold, it's over... 
I love snow, so when I left upstate NY in 98, it had 4 feet of snow on the ground..I am a kid when it comes to snow...gotta make a snowman
I think too it depends on how warm you are already when you dress...some people can go outside with shorts on in the single digits and flip flops, I think they are nuts, but I have seen it.
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jo jo 7
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| Posted: Sat Nov 17, 2007 4:53 pm Post subject: |
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| overseas_expat wrote: | It's been snowing since Tuesday.....  |
"The luck of the draw"...
Make a snowman and a snowangel... |
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jo jo 7
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| surfguy wrote: | http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V13ARK9g578&feature=related
and be sure and bring your boardies |
crazy, crazy, crazy...I couldn't even walk barefooted on the ice to get to the pool...I would have froze by the time I got in the pool. It is like sticking your tongue on a pole...no way... |
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surfguy
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| Well the coldest water I have been in with out a wetsuit is about 50 degrees F. With a wetsuit is about 47. Shocking! and yet refreshing torture |
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darthvader
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| jo jo 7 wrote: | How cold does it get in Russia? Does it get as cold as New York there?
When living in New York (1993 or 1994, cannot remember) it got down to -30 below zero, I wore t-shirt, a good wool sweater, fur lined gloves and a heavy water proof, lined coat with a hood, scarf. Everything was easy to remove when I went somewhere. My coat came down just past the knees so that I didn't have to wear long johns and I did not wear 2 or 3 pairs of socks, I wore just a good pair of insulated ankel boots so that my feet did not sweat which will make you colder. Fur lined boots makes your feet sweat too..... |
Some good advice there, Jojo. Cheers! |
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darthvader
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Is anyone willing describe the details and maybe show pics of the appropriate male footware that should be worn in the Russia winter? What is practical, yet fashionable enough?
This for everyday casual wear + also formal wear - in Moscow + outer provinces.
Remember I have no idea about the Russian cold and will actually be holidaying on a tropical island beach up to 3 days before arriving in Moscow.  No, the name's not Bond.
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gomer
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| I think somewhere on this site, someone said don't buy expensive boots because the chemicals used for street maintenance in winter will degrade the boots to the point of being unusable in a couple of winter seasons. Vinyl/ fur might be best for 'throwaway' boots. I saw a woman buy 2 pair of such boots on sale in August in Moscow. Gore-Tex/ Thinsulate boots are nice but not cheap. There are other waterproof/ insulating brands available. |
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surfguy
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| darthvader wrote: | Is anyone willing describe the details and maybe show pics of the appropriate male footware that should be worn in the Russia winter? What is practical, yet fashionable enough?
This for everyday casual wear + also formal wear - in Moscow + outer provinces.
Remember I have no idea about the Russian cold and will actually be holidaying on a tropical island beach up to 3 days before arriving in Moscow. No, the name's not Bond.
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You can always get those traditional wool boots they wear in Russia...the ones where the wool is pounded very dense and tight. I hear they are quite warm. Ha...just kidding. Although where I am going is not as cold as St Pete and Moscow...I too need to buy some shoes and a parka. Which Island are you vacationing on...and is it part of a lay over? Regardless...summer Oz to winter Russia/Siberia...whoa...Shock the monkey! |
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surfguy
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| Quote: | Hey James,
Saw you asking about winter wear on WTR... was just there to check if I had
any PM messages.
I am not sure about Ukraine, but it is true that there is a tendency to
overdress because indoors are overheated. So you can post the following on
my behalf:
Practical is to have max 3 layers unless it's more than -20 deg C. Russians
often dress less warmly than this but they are used to the climate.
Practical coats include thick downfeather, fur (natural), leather (lined
with wool/fur) or sheepskin. Wool is ok if it is thick. Needs to be long
enough to cover you cute butt. Synthetic is next to useless with the
exception of gortex or thinsulate. Get the warmest, heaviest coat you can
find.
Top: any thick cotton long-sleeved shirt (blouse for the ladies) with a
collar to prevent chafing. On colder days wear a wool jumper (need not be
too thick) over it.
For bottoms, wear jeans/trousers and thermals. Ladies can wear skirts with
thermal leggings or long boots (knee-length, fur-lined) and stockings.
Boots--if you do not have proper winter boots, buy them in Russia. Get
leather boots with winter sole and lined with fur. (Do not wear
Timberlands--they are useless, if you have them you can wear them until you
buy proper boots. Sneakers are dangerous on ice.) You can wear cotton socks
with the boots. There are some awesome ladies fashion boots lined with fur
for sale too. Just make sure you are comfortable walking in them. 
Gloves are a must--make sure they are of natural animal fibre or
gortex/thinsulate. Mittens are warmer but less practical.
Hats and scarf--same as above. You lose body heat mostly through the head
and neck. If your coat has a hood then you don't need a hat. Hats should
cover the ears, or use earmuffs. Long scarves are good--double them up
around your neck and put the ends through the loop for extra warmth.
For the fashion conscious: Winter colours like blacks, browns, greys and
navy blues will not go wrong. Especially black. Classic is always a safe
bet. Take a look at European fashion magazines for a feel of what really is
fashionable in Russia. Ladies--feel free to dress up! But don't do things
like wearing a nice mink coat with track pants and hiking boots. You've been
warned. Guys--please dress neatly.
If it gets really, really cold or you can't find a proper coat (or if you
are a true tropical animal):
Wear a thicker sweater under the coat, or add a thermal underneath the
shirt. Wool or ski socks give extra warmth. Wear a wool cap under your hood.
Fleece-lined pants are good too. But then, prepare to suffer indoors...
--from someone who has survived 3 Moscow winters |
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