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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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ipsissimus666 OP t1_izxbl8o wrote

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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TotallyNotACatReally t1_izxebck wrote

Important question: are you waiting until you're already cold to put on your gloves?

If so, put them on earlier. It's easier to keep warm than to re-warm.

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becausefrog t1_izxgcs1 wrote

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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thejosharms t1_izyi3i2 wrote

> 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

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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