Winter 2024
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warding off frost bite. I’ll wear my gloves to keep my hands dry and warm when driving the boat, or if the weather gets bad. But when I’m making casts, I like to use the brown knit gloves you buy at the hardware store. They provide instant warmth to your hands and when they get wet, just take off that pair and grab a new pair.
Sometimes the temperatures will allow for you to keep wearing that favorite fishing hat of yours, and just pull the hood up on your jacket. Other times, or maybe just at blast off, you’ll need a beanie to keep your ears warm and to keep heat from escaping from the top of your head. If the weather calls for rain or snow, you’ll want to have an extra beanie, so you can swap them when one gets wet.
From your head down to your toes now. I like to wear a merino wool pair of socks to keep my feet warm, and will have an extra pair in the boat, should I need to change them. One of the most important things is to start the day with a dry pair of socks, this means that if you have a long drive to the water, I suggest putting on your warmer socks when you get to the boat landing.
When the temperatures are cold, I’ll wear an insulated and waterproof pair of boots, as this will complete your cold weather gear system. When picking up a pair of boots, you’ll
BRENT EHRLER’S GO-TO COLD WEATHER KIT
SIMMS Lightweight Baselayer Bottom: When it is really cold, these bottoms serve as a rock-solid foundation for Ehrler’s cold-weather gear kit that prioritizes all-day mobility, warmth and moisture wicking.
SIMMS Thermal Quarter Midlayer Zip Top: Brent will wear this quarter zip over a t-shirt or a SIMMS sun shirt. The grid fleece interior traps the heat, next to the skin, without adding bulk, or limiting an angler’s range of motion.
SIMMS Rivershed Full Zip Fleece: This full zip fleece provides warmth on the water, with a high performing jacquard-fleece, that fits perfectly under the outer jacket.
SIMMS Pro Dry Fishing Jacket: The GORE-TEX® Pro durable waterproof breathable fabric keeps Ehrler dry in any weather, while still allowing excess air to escape.
SIMMS Wool-Half Finger Glove: Very versatile glove in the SIMMS line up and gives anglers the ultimate dexterity, with low bulk warmth.
SIMMS Merino Midweight OTC Socks: Natural moisture wicking material, also delivers an odor resistant element with extra cushioning in high-impact areas, perfect for being on your feet all day.
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