I've never been to Sweden, but I do know cold weather. :D Warm boots are important, as someone else mentioned. Other than that, dress in layers -- it's better to wear multiple lighter shirts and sweaters than just one or two really warm ones. If you've got several shirts, you can take one off or put an extra one on if you're too hot or too cold at some point in the day, but if you just go with a t-shirt, sweater, and coat, then if they're too warm (or not warm enough) for the actual conditions, you're in for an uncomfortable time.Quote:
Originally Posted by tibbs
Technically, it's also best to make sure the layer touching your skin is not made of cotton -- stuff like polypropylene is much better, or wool if you don't mind the feel -- but if you won't be working up a sweat (hiking through a bunch of snow to find spectating spots, etc) that probably won't matter much. Your outer layer should be something water resistant, like most winter coats are, or made of wool (which won't block the wind, but will keep you warm even if it gets wet).
Oh, and these probably go without saying, but bring gloves, a warm hat that can cover your ears, and if your coat can't zip up all the way to your chin and keep the wind out, a scarf. And having some chemical heating pads like the ones they sell to skiers might be a good idea if you're going to be out on the stages a long time, as they're fantastic for warming up fingers and toes.
