is it WARM? the mornings here in nyc this winter are frigid, like six degrees, if this is not the warmest, can someone recommend the really warm one?
1560304
In that case I don't recommend getting this one cause it is a lil thin. I live in texas so it doesn't get no where near as cold as it does there in nyc. I seen one that was a fleece fabric that my buddy bought and it looks a lot warmer than the one I bought. He also bought it off Amazon but I'm sorry I can't remember exactly what he said the name of it was. It has strings that come out from the mouth piece to tighten down on your face and it looks very similar to the one I bought. Not sure if that helps any but it's the only way I can really explain what it looks like.
1560305
In the case of this head gear, the vast majority of your head is covered with the exception of your eyes. It's all a matter of not keeping the cold out, but keeping your body heat in and this product does just that. This is the only balaclava I've ever owned, and I'm satisfied having worn it during snowstorms and wind chills in the teens but not feeling cold. Perhaps you should ask others about lower temperatures as Pete said because I haven't tried it during single digit weather as you've described it. We don't often get that cold in Maryland, but we do have our moments. Final point, the fact that you can adjust it to wear the head sock multiple ways makes it highly versatile for all cold-weather needs.
1560306
I can't say how it fairs in six degree weather, but it is more than warm enough for bicycling on twenty degree nights.
1560307
I made the mistake of ordering L/XL it's too big , the face part is wind proof and has a nice mesh over your nose and mouth ( easy to breathe) the rest is not wind proof but warm . I should have ordered the S/Med one . I'll keep this one and modify it . The neck part is nice and long keeps the cold out nicely.
1560308
This will take the edge off and can cover your face but you may want some eye coverage (if it's windy or you ride a bicycle) and a hood to go over for extra warmth.
76616
I'd say the coat is perfect for those temps. It will keep you warm without being too hot. I'd use a good, breathable under layer too.
2030463
We've had some pretty severe thunderstorms here in the southeast and mine (I have two) worked just fine afterwards. I leave them out continuously. Coldest we've had it here this winter so far was around 11 F, and they kept working.
1399297
I haven't compared numbers but I can say my freezing cold basement has been warm this year. It's the only time I have been able to get my basement warm. Since we have extra high ceilings, and central heat that comes through the ceiling, it's very difficult to heat our basement at all. I am finally warm.
2151948
SPEC'S: Avoid temperatures below -10C (14F) or above 60C (140F). However, I tried it in my great cold City of Chicago last week when it was below 0, and it worked......barely.
852110
By themselves, not very. What's your definition of cold? And what would you be wearing? Street clothes or snowsuit with thermal base layer? Bottom line, if you're just casually prepared, I would say 40's or 50's overnight, with heat loss through ground contact being the major concern. If you have skills and getting through the night was your priority, you could make it work at any temperature above freezing. By skills, I mean actual cold weather training, not wishful thinking.
2151947
SPEC'S: Avoid temperatures below -10°C (14°F) or above 60°C (140°F).However, I tried it in my great cold City of Chicago last week when it was below 0, and it worked......barely.
202340
I don't know about the others, but the regular felt like I was sleeping on an ice cube in 28ºF weather. Not recommended.
263548
I returned the coat, but my impression was that it would work well for temperatures in the 40s and 50s, possibly similar to a good sweater, but light and silky. I have a light down jacket from Costo (Calvin Klein). It is good in these temps, as well as indoors when it is too cold. I have a thicker, Patagonia street jacket which I think is more comfortable when you are getting down around freezing or below. I love the Calvin Klein for our north coast of California temperatures, but it is not as good a quality jacket, so I am speculating. The Marmot might be warmer. If I were to reorder it, and wanted it for cold temps, I would get it bigger and layer it. I returned the coat, but my impression was that it would work well for temperatures in the 40s and 50s, possibly similar to a good sweater, but light and silky. I have a light down jacket from Costo (Calvin Klein). It is good in these temps, as well as indoors when it is too cold. I have a thicker, Patagonia street jacket which I think is more comfortable when you are getting down around freezing or below. I love the Calvin Klein for our north coast of California temperatures, but it is not as good a quality jacket, so I am speculating. The Marmot might be warmer. If I were to reorder it,... » Read More I returned the coat, but my impression was that it would work well for temperatures in the 40s and 50s, possibly similar to a good sweater, but light and silky. I have a light down jacket from Costo (Calvin Klein). It is good in these temps, as well as indoors when it is too cold. I have a thicker, Patagonia street jacket which I think is more comfortable when you are getting down around freezing or below. I love the Calvin Klein for our north coast of California temperatures, but it is not as good a quality jacket, so I am speculating. The Marmot might be warmer. If I were to reorder it, and wanted it for cold temps, I would get it bigger and layer it. « Show Less
1316797
This is very dependent upon your environment. I'm in the Philly area, have 750 uninsulated sq. ft. and it takes hours to knock the chill out of the air. On a cold day it will never warm my shop because the concrete floor just radiates cold. Would insulation help? Not really. The heater can't overcome the cold concrete. Still, I'm satisfied with this little heater. I may add another. It's a cheaper alternative than a gas heater.A smaller shop would be better. Good luck overcoming a cold concrete floor.
279518
It's warm but not the warmest. The warmness comes from the thickness and definitely not from the material. I wouldn't use it as extensive warmth in the Canadian winter by itself! Lol
961988
Unfortunately, there is no cool/cold setting, just low and high. It's not a problem for me but obviously is a deal breaker for you.
83094
I live in the midwest and have worn this coat into temps down to -10, -25 with the wind chill. Without wind, keeping lightly active (walking my dogs), wearing layers beneath it, and staying out of the direct wind, I have been kept comfortably warm. If you are more active (skiing or snowshoeing) you should stay quite warm. The jacket does not block wind very well, so if you are in windy conditions I do not think it would be enough unless you wore some sort of windbreaker over it, but I'm not sure about trying to fit it under something else. I have worn a thick wool sweater under it without any problems. I live in the midwest and have worn this coat into temps down to -10, -25 with the wind chill. Without wind, keeping lightly active (walking my dogs), wearing layers beneath it, and staying out of the direct wind, I have been kept comfortably warm. If you are more active (skiing or snowshoeing) you should stay quite warm. The jacket does not block wind very well, so if you are in windy conditions I do not think it would be enough unless you wore some sort of windbreaker over it, but I'm not sure about trying to fit it under something else. I have worn a thick wool sweater under it without... » Read More I live in the midwest and have worn this coat into temps down to -10, -25 with the wind chill. Without wind, keeping lightly active (walking my dogs), wearing layers beneath it, and staying out of the direct wind, I have been kept comfortably warm. If you are more active (skiing or snowshoeing) you should stay quite warm. The jacket does not block wind very well, so if you are in windy conditions I do not think it would be enough unless you wore some sort of windbreaker over it, but I'm not sure about trying to fit it under something else. I have worn a thick wool sweater under it without any problems. « Show Less
1167289
Temp wise, it doesn't hold a ton of heat like I have seen complaints with other brands. You should look into ones with the cooling gel if you like being cold.
2040989
Haven't experienced that...but then I'm always wearing shoes when I'm outside! Through my shoes, they don't feel any hotter than anywhere else on my property (driveway, slate sidewalks, etc.) BTW, they went through their first winter in great shape (and it was one unusual winter around here...coldest in decades, so temperature on my feet wasn't a consideration from November through April!) ...still look like I just installed them yesterday (I covered my 300 square foot deck with them). They were a bit expensive, but the finished look is worth it in my opinion. Even my neighbors and friends are impressed. Haven't experienced that...but then I'm always wearing shoes when I'm outside! Through my shoes, they don't feel any hotter than anywhere else on my property (driveway, slate sidewalks, etc.) BTW, they went through their first winter in great shape (and it was one unusual winter around here...coldest in decades, so temperature on my feet wasn't a consideration from November through April!) ...still look like I just installed them yesterday (I covered my 300 square foot deck with them). They were a bit expensive, but the finished look is worth it in my opinion. Even my neighbors... » Read More Haven't experienced that...but then I'm always wearing shoes when I'm outside! Through my shoes, they don't feel any hotter than anywhere else on my property (driveway, slate sidewalks, etc.) BTW, they went through their first winter in great shape (and it was one unusual winter around here...coldest in decades, so temperature on my feet wasn't a consideration from November through April!) ...still look like I just installed them yesterday (I covered my 300 square foot deck with them). They were a bit expensive, but the finished look is worth it in my opinion. Even my neighbors and friends are impressed. « Show Less
5576
I've recently used these gloves in the mid 20s F and I could definitely feels a minor chill. Later had a cold spell of 8 F with wind chill and my hands were freezing in less than 5 minutes. This was in NYC weather. I just bought lightweight primaloft gloves which handles the same 8 F and with less expense.
1492955
I wish I could tell you. Mine are not super tight & it's been super cold where I am & I have found them to be good. Granted--on one case I did add hand warmers but it was 4-degrees & windy.