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Cold Knees

Sun, 22 Mar 2009 17:36:35 GMT

Hi,

Just had my first week skiing in Les Vosges; great place.

Odd problem though ... First days were fine - sunny and not cold. Last day was sunny, but cold and windy. My knees got cold and almost painfully so. I noticed my knees were usually touching the material of my trousers - since they were usually bent and travelling against the cold air/wind. So, it was if the cold air was blowing directly against my knees, albeit through the material of my trousers. I was wearing proper ski trousers by the way.

Anybody had a similar problem? Anyone have any ideas how to fix it?

I can think of a couple of ways of fixing this:

1) Wear knee length socks (not a nice mental picture though).
2) Sew some padding into the inside of my trousers around the knee area.

I'd appreciate any advise.

Thaanks - Paul.

Re:Cold Knees

Sun, 22 Mar 2009 17:40:34 GMT

Do you wear thermals under your ski trousers?

Re:Cold Knees

Sun, 22 Mar 2009 18:09:07 GMT

No, I don't wear thermals. Is that a normal thing to do? Would you only wear them on cold days?

Re:Cold Knees

Sun, 22 Mar 2009 18:12:04 GMT

I wear them 90% of the time, silk 3/4 length thermals. Seems like the logical place to start if your knees are getting cold to the point of painful.

That would be my suggestion.

Re:Cold Knees

Sun, 22 Mar 2009 18:19:33 GMT

Thanks - I'll try that. Presumably you'll need a 'fresh' pair every day?

Re:Cold Knees

Sun, 22 Mar 2009 18:22:53 GMT

I don't sweat loads so I generally wear them for a few days and still smell fresh. I would be lying if I hadn't said I had never worn them for a week on the trot, possibly more. I think I might have rotated between two pairs for a whole month..

Re:Cold Knees

Sun, 22 Mar 2009 18:42:28 GMT

My husband has a pair of silk thermals which he nearly always wears unless really hot ski day, then rinses them out each evening. They are usually dry the next morning, although my hair dryer may have to finish drying them off. I suppose we really ought to buy a second pair!

Re:Cold Knees

Sun, 22 Mar 2009 18:56:42 GMT

we take 3 pairs of thermals for a week, they seem to last ok.
In the past Trencher has also suggested foam on your knees. worth considering if the thermals don't work

Re:Cold Knees

Sun, 22 Mar 2009 19:32:08 GMT

ditto 2 pairs for the week, i went without for one day last holiday and legs seem to get cold quick, so either need better salopettes, or just keep wearing the thermals

Re:Cold Knees

Sun, 22 Mar 2009 19:41:27 GMT

I am with Pablo on the silk thermals, I was in -20 and no probs. Took 3 pairs for the week although could have got by with one pair, cabin had washing machine and a brilliant drying room.

Re:Cold Knees

Sun, 22 Mar 2009 19:43:27 GMT

I wear knee supports on both knees for not only the support aspect but also keeps them old knees as warm as toast :shock:

Re:Cold Knees

Sun, 22 Mar 2009 20:39:59 GMT

I use three different types of layers on my lower half.

1. silk or wool mix thermals
2. fitted micro-fleece pants
3. looser fitting fleece or micro fleece pants

I combine the layers as needed. On the colder days -20C or lower, it'll be all three.

I have several pairs of uninsulated ski pants. The construction of uninsulated pants varies. Some have micro-fleece in the butt and knee areas, which makes them warmer. Even the fit can can make a difference to warmth, tighter pants tending to be cooler.

The foam idea Caron mentioned came from a pair of Marmot pants which have internal pockets for an area of 10mm soft foam over the knees. These keep your knees warm on the lift even on the coldest days.

Trencher

Re:Cold Knees

Sun, 22 Mar 2009 20:47:04 GMT

I generally buy snowboard sallo's as opposed to ski sallo's, even though I do both. Boarding pants seem to have more padding especially around the behind area. Which is where I get really cold. In fact last year my cheeks stayed cold for ages after I had got the rest of myself warm back in the cabin. I think I will invest in some mens boxers for next years hols, just to get that extra warmth.

Re:Cold Knees

Sun, 22 Mar 2009 21:03:25 GMT

Thermal long johns for me. I've never had cold anything apart from fingers occasionally.

Re:Cold Knees

Sun, 22 Mar 2009 22:42:01 GMT

Only girls wear thermals :mrgreen:

Re:Cold Knees

Sun, 22 Mar 2009 23:53:27 GMT

Always always always wear thermals under your sallos. I take 3 pairs for a weeks skiing.
GBP2.50 in Primark and they are brilliant.

Re:Cold Knees

Mon, 23 Mar 2009 15:22:14 GMT

Just wondered if anyone could help with a question along similar lines - whenever I'm out in the cold (skiing, riding etc.) the tops of my thighs/backside are absolutely frozen (to the point of looking blue!), but the rest of my body is fine. I normally wear thermals and salos (which are a decent thickness) but even then, it doesn't do any good. I've even tried the more expensive thermals with marino wool, but to no avail.

Does anyone else have this problem and any ideas how to solve it? I thought about cycle shorts or maybe there are some even more ‘extreme' thermals on the market that I could try? :D

Thanks

Re:Cold Knees

Mon, 23 Mar 2009 15:40:35 GMT

ya you need some good thermals...I never ski without them under my ski pants. ) I have 3 different pairs,for different degrees of coldness.... and it can get cold here! :lol: - 28! (without the wind chill)
Never have had cold knees.

Re:Cold Knees

Mon, 23 Mar 2009 15:42:27 GMT

Lynn_D wrote:Just wondered if anyone could help with a question along similar lines - whenever I'm out in the cold (skiing, riding etc.) the tops of my thighs/backside are absolutely frozen (to the point of looking blue!), but the rest of my body is fine. I normally wear thermals and salos (which are a decent thickness) but even then, it doesn't do any good. I've even tried the more expensive thermals with marino wool, but to no avail.

Does anyone else have this problem and any ideas how to solve it? I thought about cycle shorts or maybe there are some even more ‘extreme' thermals on the market that I could try? :D

Thanks

Lyn get some heavier fleece thermals for under your snow pants,they work wonderful.I dont wear wool.

Re:Cold Knees

Mon, 23 Mar 2009 15:44:35 GMT

Lynn_D wrote:Just wondered if anyone could help with a question along similar lines - whenever I'm out in the cold (skiing, riding etc.) the tops of my thighs/backside are absolutely frozen (to the point of looking blue!), but the rest of my body is fine. I normally wear thermals and salos (which are a decent thickness) but even then, it doesn't do any good. I've even tried the more expensive thermals with marino wool, but to no avail.

Does anyone else have this problem and any ideas how to solve it? I thought about cycle shorts or maybe there are some even more ‘extreme' thermals on the market that I could try? :D

Thanks

This was my problem explained earlier in the thread. Backside/thighs did'nt feel cold while I was outside, but it was when I got back and took outside gear off, those parts felt freezing to the touch, and stayed like it for a good 45mins after. Thank heavens for a roaring log fire. But I have decided to buy blokes boxers to wear under my thermals for next year. I even asked if I could pinch some of hubbies, his reply yes okay but I draw the line at wearing yours. :lol:

Re:Cold Knees

Mon, 23 Mar 2009 15:49:58 GMT

Wheres his sense of adventure?

Re:Cold Knees

Mon, 23 Mar 2009 15:51:01 GMT

Sorry Rose - should read earlier posts properly! I'm exactly the same - don't feel a thing when outside (though that may be because I've just gone numb!) but take forever to thaw out. Boxers isn't a bad idea - might have to give that one a go! :lol:

Re:Cold Knees

Mon, 23 Mar 2009 15:52:59 GMT

LM wrote:

Lynn_D wrote:Just wondered if anyone could help with a question along similar lines - whenever I'm out in the cold (skiing, riding etc.) the tops of my thighs/backside are absolutely frozen (to the point of looking blue!), but the rest of my body is fine. I normally wear thermals and salos (which are a decent thickness) but even then, it doesn't do any good. I've even tried the more expensive thermals with marino wool, but to no avail.

Does anyone else have this problem and any ideas how to solve it? I thought about cycle shorts or maybe there are some even more ‘extreme' thermals on the market that I could try? :D

Thanks

Lyn get some heavier fleece thermals for under your snow pants,they work wonderful.I dont wear wool.

LM

Is there any particular brand that you can recommend? I've never seen any fleece thermals (all the ones I've come across have been polypropylene or polypropylene/wool blend), though I'll admit I've not looked very hard! :D

Re:Cold Knees

Mon, 23 Mar 2009 15:53:32 GMT

maybe Im just numb from living in the land of cold and dont feel it :oops: :lol: I have skied with my Brit girl friends and they are always cold when I feel fine and think it is warm. :lol:

Seriously though.. try some tight fitting heavier fleece thermals,they are so warm!

Re:Cold Knees

Mon, 23 Mar 2009 15:55:21 GMT

Lyn I will go see what mine are. I bought them at a ski store here in BC.
they were about $50 canadian.

Back in a moment :-)

Re:Cold Knees

Mon, 23 Mar 2009 15:57:22 GMT

RoseR wrote:
I even asked if I could pinch some of hubbies, his reply yes okay but I draw the line at wearing yours. :lol:

I wasn't even going to suggest this to my OH - I've already got a suitably embarrassing photo of him in knee high red skis socks taken unawares on holiday, so my underwear would be one step too far I think - scarred for life!! :shock:

Re:Cold Knees

Mon, 23 Mar 2009 15:59:58 GMT

Hmm, now wondering if I can justify a trip to Canada to find some thermals.....
Sounds good to me :lol: :mrgreen:

Re:Cold Knees

Mon, 23 Mar 2009 16:00:38 GMT

Lyn they are called "Orage"...I had never heard of them before I bought them.
Really like them.
Although I have seen "Columbia" have similar fleece thermals too. :-)

Re:Cold Knees

Mon, 23 Mar 2009 16:01:28 GMT

Lynn_D wrote:Hmm, now wondering if I can justify a trip to Canada to find some thermals.....
Sounds good to me :lol: :mrgreen:

sure come on over!hee hee hee lets go skiing! )

Re:Cold Knees

Mon, 23 Mar 2009 16:02:24 GMT

Don't tempt me.... :lol:

Re:Cold Knees

Mon, 23 Mar 2009 16:03:19 GMT

They are warm...heck I wear them to feed the horses when it get so darn cold here )...and it gets cold! :shock: :lol:

Re:Cold Knees

Mon, 23 Mar 2009 16:03:43 GMT

Lynn_D wrote:Don't tempt me.... :lol:

:lol:

Re:Cold Knees

Mon, 23 Mar 2009 16:04:34 GMT

Tony_H wrote:Wheres his sense of adventure?

:lol: :lol:

Re:Cold Knees

Mon, 23 Mar 2009 16:24:43 GMT

Went to Lidl today, they are doing motorbike gear at the moment. Thoroughly recommend their thermals, tops and bottoms. Also their motorcycle gloves, very good for skiing in & if you do dry slope racing as well, as have protection so you don't rap yer knuckles on the poles.

A lot cheaper than the ski racing gloves you can buy.

Re:Cold Knees

Mon, 23 Mar 2009 16:48:41 GMT

Dids1 wrote:Went to Lidl today, they are doing motorbike gear at the moment. Thoroughly recommend their thermals, tops and bottoms. Also their motorcycle gloves, very good for skiing in & if you do dry slope racing as well, as have protection so you don't rap yer knuckles on the poles.

A lot cheaper than the ski racing gloves you can buy.

I never knew they sold clothes. :shock:

Re:Cold Knees

Mon, 23 Mar 2009 16:53:05 GMT

LM wrote:Lyn they are called "Orage"...I had never heard of them before I bought them.
Really like them.
:-)

I have four pairs of those. They are so well fitted that I sometimes wear them under jeans, which would normally be uncomfortable with fleece. I really lucked out and bought four pairs at T J Max four years ago for $15 a pair :D

Trencher

Re:Cold Knees

Mon, 23 Mar 2009 17:45:45 GMT

Trencher wrote:

LM wrote:Lyn they are called "Orage"...I had never heard of them before I bought them.
Really like them.
:-)

I have four pairs of those. They are so well fitted that I sometimes wear them under jeans, which would normally be uncomfortable with fleece. I really lucked out and bought four pairs at T J Max four years ago for $15 a pair :D

Trencher

Dam the expenses try the old fashioned horse oils, that'a keep your knees warm, you might not popular at apres ski bar :mrgreen:

Re:Cold Knees

Mon, 23 Mar 2009 17:51:17 GMT

Eljay wrote:

Dids1 wrote:Went to Lidl today, they are doing motorbike gear at the moment. Thoroughly recommend their thermals, tops and bottoms. Also their motorcycle gloves, very good for skiing in & if you do dry slope racing as well, as have protection so you don't rap yer knuckles on the poles.

A lot cheaper than the ski racing gloves you can buy.

I never knew they sold clothes. :shock:

Hi Eljay,
Lidl have specials each week.
A few months ago they did ski gear - it's ok.
They do sailing stuff sometimes, including wetsuits, motorbike gear and also they've recently been doing fishing gear as well.

I don't think it's stuff that lasts for years, but for for occasional use or for someone trying a new sport, you can't go wrong.
You'd have to hide the B square logo on the ski helmet tho!!!!
(actually I tried one on and it was a no go - totally odd shape - less it's my head )

Re:Cold Knees

Mon, 23 Mar 2009 17:55:33 GMT

Dids1 wrote:

Eljay wrote:

Dids1 wrote:Went to Lidl today, they are doing motorbike gear at the moment. Thoroughly recommend their thermals, tops and bottoms. Also their motorcycle gloves, very good for skiing in & if you do dry slope racing as well, as have protection so you don't rap yer knuckles on the poles.

A lot cheaper than the ski racing gloves you can buy.

I never knew they sold clothes. :shock:

Hi Eljay,
Lidl have specials each week.
A few months ago they did ski gear - it's ok.
They do sailing stuff sometimes, including wetsuits, motorbike gear and also they've recently been doing fishing gear as well.

I don't think it's stuff that lasts for years, but for for occasional use or for someone trying a new sport, you can't go wrong.
You'd have to hide the B square logo on the ski helmet tho!!!!
(actually I tried one on and it was a no go - totally odd shape - less it's my head )

Hey big boy, If you gotta hide the label don't buy it :shock:

Re:Cold Knees

Mon, 23 Mar 2009 21:25:07 GMT

Trencher wrote:

LM wrote:Lyn they are called "Orage"...I had never heard of them before I bought them.
Really like them.
:-)

I have four pairs of those. They are so well fitted that I sometimes wear them under jeans, which would normally be uncomfortable with fleece. I really lucked out and bought four pairs at T J Max four years ago for $15 a pair :D

Trencher

They are great ,you did get a good price Trencher.
I wear mine under my riding breeches and chaps in the winter..they are thin enough. :thumbup:
They are too warm now though,I wore my thin thermals yesterday skiing...and was still hot!

Re:Cold Knees

Tue, 24 Mar 2009 08:58:36 GMT

Ian Wickham wrote:

Dids1 wrote:

Eljay wrote:

Dids1 wrote:Went to Lidl today, they are doing motorbike gear at the moment. Thoroughly recommend their thermals, tops and bottoms. Also their motorcycle gloves, very good for skiing in & if you do dry slope racing as well, as have protection so you don't rap yer knuckles on the poles.

A lot cheaper than the ski racing gloves you can buy.

I never knew they sold clothes. :shock:

Hi Eljay,
Lidl have specials each week.
A few months ago they did ski gear - it's ok.
They do sailing stuff sometimes, including wetsuits, motorbike gear and also they've recently been doing fishing gear as well.

I don't think it's stuff that lasts for years, but for for occasional use or for someone trying a new sport, you can't go wrong.
You'd have to hide the B square logo on the ski helmet tho!!!!
(actually I tried one on and it was a no go - totally odd shape - less it's my head )

Hey big boy, If you gotta hide the label don't buy it :shock:

Hey even bigger big boy...you got a point - I didn't

Re:Cold Knees

Sun, 26 Apr 2009 20:46:16 GMT

RoseR wrote:I generally buy snowboard sallo's as opposed to ski sallo's, even though I do both. Boarding pants seem to have more padding especially around the behind area. Which is where I get really cold. In fact last year my cheeks stayed cold for ages after I had got the rest of myself warm back in the cabin. I think I will invest in some mens boxers for next years hols, just to get that extra warmth.

Have just found and ordered some HH thermal boxer shorts for WOMEN, just what I have been looking for.