Finally found what I want to wear star gazing

[narky (Sam)]

Shame winter is over and the nights don't need it, but when I was looking for something to wear over winter someone suggested a coldroom outfit like the shelf packers wear in the frozen goods section of the super market.

I think this is far better. I'll be getting one for the next cold night. Figured others here might not know about them.

http://www.selkbagusa.com/Selk-bag-4G-Classic.aspx

[bmitchell82 (Brendan)]

good lord its a walking sleeping bag i fall asleep half the time standing up on the train much to peoples fright i would fall asleep no issues in that.

[jjjnettie (Jeanette)]

Yeah, but when you need to go number 2's, you tend to get very very cold taking it all off.

[GTB_an_Owl (Geoff)]

agh! but Sam - we know of something better

and we have known for some time

and they are the humble freezer suit (or pants and coat if you prefer)

and i even know the bloke that sells them

and yes - i do sleep in mine on cold nites when camping

geoff

[jjjnettie (Jeanette)]

LOL @ Geoff
And while I don't own one of your wonderfully warm suits, I know of plenty who do.
One day I'll come knocking on your door.

[Allan_L (Allan)]

Novel idea Sam,
But I see it says

an excellent choice for spring, summer and fall fun outdoors and winter fun indoors

For about the same price, the Freezer suit is a much wiser investment, as Geoff has said.

AND, as you are only just down the road in Sydney, you can try some a few on to find the right fit! (in Terrigal)

I swear by mine.
They make a cold nights viewing a cosy warm affair.
And from experience, astro-viewing is generally better on those really cold crisp nights.

[Mliss (Mel)]

Originally Posted by bmitchell82

good lord its a walking sleeping bag i fall asleep half the time standing up on the train much to peoples fright i would fall asleep no issues in that.

...and now i'm singing the theme to the power rangers

seriously JJJ, i would totally lose it seeing someone walking around it that suit!

"warm as toast thanks for asking, but i can't actually get up off the floor"

[GTB_an_Owl (Geoff)]

from the pics it looks like they have enclosed feet

soles would wear out quickly if used for astronomy

geoff

[bartman (Bart)]

Originally Posted by GTB_an_Owl

from the pics it looks like they have enclosed feet

soles would wear out quickly if used for astronomy

geoff

And enclose hands......?
And you would look more like a teletubbuie
Bartman

[Exfso (Peter)]

OMG, I hate to think what it would be like if one had a touch of flatulence in one of those. Would also pose a bit of a problem when one wanted to visit the Loo. Looks like it sure would keep one warm though.

[jjjnettie (Jeanette)]

Originally Posted by bartman

And enclose hands......?
And you would look more like a teletubbuie
Bartman

Do the suits come in purple??

[bartman (Bart)]

Originally Posted by jjjnettie

Do the suits come in purple??

HAHAHAHA

[renormalised (Carl)]

Originally Posted by jjjnettie

Yeah, but when you need to go number 2's, you tend to get very very cold taking it all off.

That's an easily solved problem....just add one "butt" flap and away you go

[jjjnettie (Jeanette)]

Originally Posted by renormalised

That's an easily solved problem....just add one "butt" flap and away you go

I think they're called Dr Denton's.

[renormalised (Carl)]

Originally Posted by jjjnettie

I think they're called Dr Denton's.

Yep

[Huginn (Aaron)]

it's like a space suit crossed with a sleeping bag !

Perfect for astronomy

[Greg Bock (Greg Bock)]

Sam,
IMHO, any warm clothing like this is definitely the way to go. I can't comment on the walking sleeping bags you mention, but my freezer suit is the only reason that I have spent many more hours under dark skies than I would have if I didn't use one. They are well worth the money, and from memory they cost about the same.
Anyone who has visited Queensland Astrofest and/or Leyburn where we see temperatures down to -5 deg between June and August would have seen many of us in our "Michelin Man' suits over the years still out and observing long after others who weren't as warm, retire for the night.

[mishku]

Originally Posted by jjjnettie

Do the suits come in purple??

I'm to tired to tell if you're joking but they do come in carmine (oh yes, i checked) which appears to be a retina ripping pink.

Can't wait to blind y'all next camp

[Poita (Peter)]

I use a 2nd hand snow suit/ski suit. Works perfectly for late cold nights and was $30. Best money I ever spent.
The Red Cross store in Goulburn NSW often has a huge range of them for under $30.

[narky (Sam)]

I was happy outside without any extra clothing this winter.

The suit does have something so you can walk on it, and the hands come off.

Mostly I like the look. Anyhoo, i'm moving to Perth so sadly I doubt i'll have a need for extra warmth over there.

Right now its the mosquitos that are killing me.

Once its winter again i'll probably find a great anti-mossie suit.