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Outer clothing must be close-woven, windproof, water-repellent, with a smooth finish. It need not be wool. Rough or fluffy material must be avoided, for snow will cling to it and melt. Down garments utilizing the offset seam construction provide the greatest insulation for a given weight. It is important that outer windproofs fit loosely over inner down garments to allow for full expansion of the down. Ski pants should be full at the knee and long enough to stay well inside the boot. Pockets on outside clothing should have zippers or adequate overlaps and fastening to keep out snow. A good all-metal zipper is not seriously affected by icing. Tabs should have thongs, for easier use by mittened hands. The parka should reach below the hips so that there is no gap between parka and pants, and should fit loosely. Such a parka will protect the torso better. The pull-over type is best for blizzards, but a long throat zipper is needed for ventilation. Large pockets or muff are advisable. The parka must be water-repellent but not waterproof, ex- |
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