IIS Beanie for Winter!

[iceman]

Hi all

A few months ago, some people expressed interest in wanting to purchase an IIS-embroidered beanie, to keep the noggin' warm during cold winter observing nights.

Well I'd like to get an idea on numbers, as it makes a big difference to the final cost.

So please, express your interest by voting in the poll. The poll is non-binding of course, but don't vote yes if you don't intend on buying one.

When/if there is sufficient interest, i'll put the order in and create a booking/order form. I'd like to get them done in time for SPSP (I can bring them along) so vote now! :)

I don't have a picture of how it will look, but if you use your imagination, you will see a black beanie with the white/red/white IceInSpace logo embroidered on the front.

The price is unknown at the moment, but would be in the vicinity of $25-$30. They are good quality.

[wavelandscott]

I'll take 3...especially if they will be available at SPSP.

Even if they are not ready then I'll still take 3...

My head is really big and will stretch them out quickly...

No, really I'll need one for me a my two sons...

[rogerg]

I would have been interested if I didn't already have one of my astro club's beanies (ASWA) :)

So I voted "No Thanks" because I only have one head :)

[Omaroo]

Yep Mike - count Jenny and I in for one each! Cooma's looking chilly this year.......

Cheers
Chris

[matt]

Don't think I could face another freezing Canberra winter without one of those on my melon:D

[ving]

I am thinking that a cloth patch would work better... what do you think? you could put it on anything then....

I am sure dave p. will take 2 of the beanies tho ;)

(am I going to be in trouble for that from him? :eek:)

[[1ponders]]

You bet! It will hopefully become standard night ware at the Qld Astrofest this year. At least we can hope to get Dennis out of his silver poncho ;)

[acropolite]

I put myself down for one but may take 2 if the quality and physical appearance is acceptable to HRH Liz.

[Starkler]

I'll take one if available in "boofhead size" :lol:

[h0ughy]

yes, so I can wear it at SPSP, astrofest, lostock (october 08) and update my avitar.......

[jjjnettie]

I'll take one thanks Mike.

[Rodstar]

One for me too, Mike!

[davidpretorius]

i honestly voted for 2..... and then read your post................you mind reader.

me and my little friend (daughter jess) like to get anything iceinspace

[h0ughy]

No in fairness I think Ving was actually referring to the scientifically proven fact that Tasmanians have two heads:P ;) :rofl: :rofl:

Of course this is only a hypothesis:lol:

[wavelandscott]

Not to get far off base but I think your response (needing to explain it) is even funnier than Ving's original post...

And to bring it back on topic...yes Mike, I will take 3 for certain...

[Gargoyle_Steve]

Hate to be a pain Mike but can you describe the beanie material a bit more, ie most beanies I've seen are made of somewhat open weave wool, I find they tend to let some cold air through.

By means of comparison I have one made of a "solid" closed weave synthetic material that is absolutely windproof but still retains a bit of stretch to fit snugly - ironically I bought this at 'Woolies'. :lol:

If the beanies are good and warm (which I'm sure most folks here will need geographically speaking) then I'll probably be in for 2 or 3.

[Ric]

Hi Mike, I'm in for one.

Cheers

[RB]

Yes I'll have at least one.
I may even order some for my kids.

[fringe_dweller]

unless it comes in a peruvian inca alpaca woolen ski shop style type, with modern thermal acrylic lining - like my current fave, i have to decline :P
but good idea :D

[davidpretorius]

i finally get it.................(which forum am i on??? IIS not SCP, ok swear filter on) bugga me, i am stupid!..............even with two heads!:lol: :whistle:

[iceman]

Thanks guys, keep voting if you haven't yet. I'll try and get some more info on the material and let you know.

[davidpretorius]

thanks mike, better let me know TWICE!

[h0ughy]

:rofl: :rofl: :rofl: :rofl: :rofl: :rofl:

so that one for me ,2 for dave and 3 for Scott:scared:

[iceman]

What's better fabric to use?

1. Polar Fleece
2. Cable Knit

I have no idea.

[jjjnettie]

Polar Fleece is far superior to cable knit. It won't lose it's shape/stretch as quick as knit, the embroidery will be neater because it will be on a flatter surface, if it gets wet you just shake it out and put it back on yer noggin.
And it's warmer too.

(I used to make beanies for the Scouts, can you tell?)

If they are the same price though, couldn't you just order the one you prefer? Or would that just create more work.

[iceman]

Thanks JJJ, great info! Polar fleece is also (very marginally, < $1) cheaper than cable knit too.

[LX200]

Polar Fleece in TEAL ;)

[huckabuck]

hey mike, winters over here. probably had our last frost monday. but it'll be back so i'll take two

[h0ughy]

as long as its black! or hot pink

[Ric]

Hi Mike, we have fleece beanies with the RFS and they are toasty warm for sure.

I agree with Houghy black is best, we can be Ninja astronomers :lol:

Cheers

[ving]

yup polar fleece is the way to enlighenment :)
navy or bottle green would be good, just to steer away for the ever present black.

ps: sorry dave :ashamed:

[mojo]

geez Ving. Ferrari's are red. You wouldn't order a green one would you? :) Has to be a black beanie if you think about it :P

[ving]

if its red terry, is needs a tan interior ;)

say no to black!
dont you know that black puts on the kilos!

[toetoe]

I always thought it was pizza.
I'll go with the flow Mike, it would be nice to have one thats a bit bigger than my sons beanie that he has had for many years.

[Dave47tuc]

Polar Fleece in light blue please :D

[Starkler]

Polar fleece doesnt stretch like wool knit does it? This might work against a one size fits all scenario.
PF in largest size in black please :D

[acropolite]

Polar fleece would be the go, it's warm, comfortable and dries very quickly when wet. :cold: But... I like the look of the cable knit ones better. The polar fleece jobbies look a bit $2 shoppish to me or is it just the way they're presented.....

[iceman]

btw you won't get to choose colour. They'll all be black.

[davidpretorius]

I'm too sexy for this..........

black IIS beanie, black IIS tshirt, grey IIS trackie daks pulled up high so the IIS tatooed tackle is evident, white IIS socks pulled up high with the track suit pants tucked in and to top it off, IIS sandals :rofl:

don't forget the favourite accessory....black IIS head torch and black label IIS astro babe magzines.........

[Ric]

Nice one Dave :lol: thats left me with one amazing mental image.

Cheers:thumbsup:

[iceman]

lol nice one Dave.. don't forget the IIS pens and IIS stickers!

I've ordered the beanies - once I get an invoice i'll let you know the final price and get an order form up and running.

I'll have them before SPSP, so will bring them along.. saves on postage for those wanting one (or more).

[ving]

light black for me thanks..

[h0ughy]

I will bring the liquid paper for the white spots later....

Looking forward for the headdress at SPSP ;) but I will bring a spare just in case:whistle:

[lost_in_space]

Moo skin for Ving;)

[iceman]

Here's what the embroidery will look like!

[Ric]

Very flash, these beanies are going to look very cool.

Cheers

[ving]

not for me, for astrobelle! ;)

[acropolite]

... looks vaguely familiar somehow....can we have a couple of planets as well (Saturn and Jupiter would be good....)

[fringe_dweller]

it could be the font mebbe ;)

[RB]

Actually Phil, I really like it just as it is.
It spells "Coolness"......:D

:lol:

:thumbsup:

[jjjnettie]

Looks good Mike.

[Sausageman]

I'll take one Mike.
Maybe we could get the IIS logo embroidered on those freezer suits, for the real cold nights, they might sell better in 44 degree heat.:lol: :lol: :lol: :lol:

Mike.

[Rodstar]

Having a beanie at SPSP sure will beat trying to keep my head warm with Y-fronts, like I did last year...

[Starkler]

:rofl: :rofl: :rofl: :rofl: :rofl: :rofl:

Did anyone take a pic?

[h0ughy]

no but will be prepared this year;)

[DobDobDob]

You got that A over T, Black is slimming :P

[iceman]

The beanies should be arriving at my house today or tomorrow.

I'll let everyone know the final price once I see what I can post them in. It's likely to be around $20 incl. postage.

They will of course be available to buy and/or pickup at SPSP, so bring some cash with you or feel free to pay upfront. I'll get an order form online in the next few days with any luck.

I'll post a picture once I have them.

[gaa_ian]

What is Winter :shrug: .... Ohhhh that must be when it stops raining and the night time temp plummets to 18deg :P ;) :lol:
Nice Idea for a Beenie, but I think I can just get by, without one (unless I venture to the deep south in Winter:scared: )

[Omaroo]

If you could reserve two - one each for Jenny and I, we'll pick up and pay at SPSP if that's OK Mike :)

Thanks!

(Just confirming from my post weeks ago)

[iceman]

No probs Chris!

[Omaroo]

Thanks Mike. I'm also to pick up an IISAC T-shirt from you for John (astronut) I believe, so I'll fix you up for all 3.

Cheers - and see you there...... can't wait to look through a binoscope again! :D

[iceman]

No worries Chris, will bring them along.

Pictures and Price of the Beanies in this thread (http://www.iceinspace.com.au/forum/showthread.php?t=18926)

Closing this one.