DIY Anorak

[AScott]

Very impressive. I thought my Anorak was big, but that is one of the biggest I've ever seen.

Should serve you well.

[MacEntyre]

I'm not sure that you will find rabbit fur to be as durable as coyote fur.

It's just a lot less expensive. I get it at thrift stores.

[TZBrown]

TZ,
You said a double layer! Did you in fact?

Yes, it is actually 2 Anoraks joined together at the side seams, and the shoulder seam, and neck

[stairguy]

very impressive! we will have to have a fashion show! Maybe a walkway on the ice!!!!!

[Fronkey]

very impressive! we will have to have a fashion show! Maybe a walkway on the ice!!!!!

That would be hilarious.

Fronkey

[Fritz]

That really looks great. I have been thinking about a project
like this as well, so this is helpful. I can't wait to check it out
in person at the Frozen Butt hang as well. Thanks for sharing

[TZBrown]

Here is a question for all of the Anorak, vetrans

Have you ever wax treated it to slow the snow melt, sticking?
If you did what did you use?

That is the only drawback I have with these, being cotton and in temps about 20 degrees, they will get wet, unless you use minimal insulation and drive them dry with body heat.

[Running Feather]

TZ that's excellent
You are truly Nanook of the North
Can't wait to see it in person

[Fritz]

I would think treating with wax would end up reducing the ability
of the garment to breath and cancel out the benefits. I don't think I would do this, but I sweat heavily and need clothing that is very breathable. Frost River packs sell a wax to help recoat their packs, but this may seal up the pores too well. http://www.frostriver.com/bike_bags/waxwear.html

I know nix wax also sells a product called cotton proof. I would guess it would be a lighter coating and may be a better choice. Maybe above 20F a lightweight breathable nylon shell with a good DWR coating would be better.

Fritz

[TZBrown]

I would think treating with wax would end up reducing the ability
of the garment to breath and cancel out the benefits. I don't think I would do this, but I sweat heavily and need clothing that is very breathable. Frost River packs sell a wax to help recoat their packs, but this may seal up the pores too well. http://www.frostriver.com/bike_bags/waxwear.html

I know nix wax also sells a product called cotton proof. I would guess it would be a lighter coating and may be a better choice. Maybe above 20F a lightweight breathable nylon shell with a good DWR coating would be better.

Fritz

Currently above 20 F if it is snowing, I use a very breathable nylon wind coat, and it works well but if I could cut out one piece of gear I would.
I will carry both until I come upon the answer