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Originally Posted by Gas Giant
As the latest warm snap has been replaced by some cooler weather in my region, thoughts of beautiful clear winter skies have invaded my psyche; as well as practical questions regarding clothing for observing in cold conditions. Where I observe on new and last quarter moon weekends, the temperature often approaches and sometimes does get below zero Celsius. My biggest problem has been keeping my feet warm in such conditions. I've tried large boots - albeit not designed for snow conditions - and two sets of thick socks in decent sports shoes; but still the cold gets through.
Without spending a large amount of money for specialist snow gear, what have you found works well?
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Ug boots and wooly socks work for me down to about -5C here in Armidale. I usually wear old ski pants, 2-3 jumpers, beanie and gloves.
Brrrrrrrr