warm observing gear.what do you wear observing?

i know it seems like a silly and obvious question but what gear do you wear to keep warm on the absolutely freezing nights? i have to get a jacket for observing, and im wondering if its really necessary to buy some super insulated outdoor jacket from some company like north face ( about 200+ euros),or i could get a cheap jacket in penneys. im not adverse to paying the 200 quid if its worth the investment, but if i had an idea of how you guys kit up to keep warm i might get inspired and not just throw money at the problem!

(mods, sorry if this is the wrong forum, but warm clothes are observing equiptment,,right??)

I reckon you need to think about the whole outfit really. A coat is no good if you're wearing sandals

I don;t think you need to go to the trouble of spending 200 quid on a coat -spend a fair bit and ensure you're wearing lots of layers.

But equally, spend money on good boots and a hat and scarf.

By the way - I spent about 400 euro on a fishing jacket a good few years back - superb. I could sleep in it. But its designed for the rain - astronomy isn't

Cheers
Dave

Thermal undies, the best ever invention, lots of layers, a hat or even two hats, fingerless gloves, thermal click warmers. Chocolate, tea and mind over matter.

Loads more advice here

www.rocketroberts.com/astro/warm.htm

Deirdre Kelleghan
Irish Astronomical Society

Maplin are selling a heated vest right now.

www.maplin.co.uk/Search.aspx?criteria=ve...p;source=15&SD=Y

No heated fingertips though.

Peter.

Strange as it may sound, clothing designed for skiers is very good including ski pants and thermal socks. LIDL often carry such specials and are worth a peek.

Maplin actually do heat your fingertips......

www.maplin.co.uk/Module.aspx?TabID=1&...=47714&criteria=

Peter.