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ipsissimus666 OP t1_izx7qmc wrote

Gloves and socks obviously…

Less than 30 minutes of exposure…

Not sure if whiny baby or Raynaud’s.

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Left_Squash74 t1_izx8nvo wrote

The cold reminds us that we are vile beings unworthy of salvation. It hardens our souls, and orients our minds to the tasks before us.

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nattarbox t1_izx8xxg wrote

45F was painful on my bare fingers last week when the wind was crankin'.

With gloves though, whiny baby confirmed.

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Dontleave t1_izxars1 wrote

What kind of socks and gloves are you wearing? Also wear a hat, it beanies are too tight put on a trapper hat

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willzyx01 t1_izxbede wrote

Stop wearing useless hats. Wear an actual winter hat, winter gloves, and winter shoes. Jordans are not winter shoes.

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ipsissimus666 OP t1_izxbl8o wrote

Replying to Dontleave (#912,964)

Wool glove liners with Kinko or Mechanix work gloves.

Smart wool or Darn Tough socks.

I’ve been in MA 12 years, but still can’t get this right! I think the evidence points to poor circulation.

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ry-cul t1_izxc8uc wrote

Yes, you honestly just get used to it. Just wear good enough socks and gloves so you don’t get frostbite if you were going to be outside for hours on end

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oogaboogaaa2 t1_izxe5np wrote

Replying to ipsissimus666 (#912,946)

Maybe try getting a thinner hat that doesn’t put as much tension on the head? Something from Smartwool?

Or you could be sensitive to the material. Try a beanie that isn’t made with polyester or fleece.

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becausefrog t1_izxgcs1 wrote

Replying to ipsissimus666 (#913,004)

Make sure your socks, shoes, and gloves aren't too tight. You may need to get a size up in your winter boots to allow for the thickness of your socks and to let a little air circulate between the layers. Same for the gloves.

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DumbshitOnTheRight t1_izxgecj wrote

There's no "too cold" in Boston - there's just the wrong clothing.

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Stronkowski t1_izxka2h wrote

If you're not wearing gloves or boots and sticking your hands/feet in pools of water, yes.

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VoteCamacho2508 t1_izy5lf5 wrote

Not with proper clothing. Get some wool socks and quality gloves and shoes.

Also make sure that you core is warm. So a quality winter coat, scarf, and hat are necessities.

It doesn't matter how good your socks and gloves are, if you core is cold.

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threwawaywaywayway t1_izy6tq3 wrote

If you can stand it, cold therapy can really condition your body to tolerate it a lot more. You don't even need to go full ice bath, just stand in the shower with the water as cold as you can take it for at least 2 - 4 minutes. You'll learn to control your breath to generate heat and with practice will become much more cold tolerant, especially acutely for the hour or so following the session. Not fun but there's some evidence for modest health benefits as well...might be worth a try.

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9Z7EErh9Et0y0Yjt98A4 t1_izy9qem wrote

Replying to ipsissimus666 (#913,294)

Might be time to find a winter hat that isn't elastic. You'd have to measure your head to find your hat size, but one that fits right should be more comfortable.

Something like a fur (or faux fur) trapper hat or something similar may be more comfortable, assuming it fits well

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thejosharms t1_izyi3i2 wrote

Replying to ipsissimus666 (#913,004)

> I think the evidence points to poor circulation

Maybe check in with your doctor about Raynaud's disorder? My wife has it and he fingers will be painfully cold even in temperate fall/spring weather.

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seasoned-veteran t1_izywa4y wrote

Replying to ipsissimus666 (#913,004)

Look up Raynaud's disease, it's pretty common.

I grew up in Buffalo NY and live in Boston - I've been in cold climates my whole life, it has nothing to do with toughness or being acclimated to the weather or knowing how to dress for it. My fingers and toes will often shut down in weather that isn't even that cold.

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qwizatzhaderach t1_izyxcy4 wrote

I think it’s all about the wind. Every cold day feels so much worse with wind…. And we have a lot of wind it feels like. I don’t think 20 with zero wind and some sun feels unbearable. Add 15 mph gusts? Frozen hell.

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Infieri2 t1_izz5zro wrote

Depends. 78 degrees will kill you if you’re not careful.

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