One of the first backpacking books I ever read advised wearing a string vest under a thin lambswool sweater for comfort in cold weather. I duly bought both items and found that the system worked quite well. The string vest was made by Norwegian company Brynje. Whilst remaining popular in Norway Brynje string vests and other clothing disappeared from British outdoor stores many years ago. Now Brynje is back in the UK, courtesy of new company Nordic Life. Last winter and spring I had the opportunity of trying some Brynje clothing - 2 hats, fleece and, of course, string vest. My review is now on the TGO website here.
That shelter looks familiar ;-)
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Chris - your link goes to the manufacturer's website, not TGO.
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Thanks Alan. Corrected.
ReplyDeleteIt should look famialiar Tony!
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ReplyDeleteIf ever you wish to borrow it again holler.
I used to have both the shirt and pants. I've fattened up a bit since then do they don't fit well now but like Chris I can vouch for how well they worked at adding warmth while shucking moisture.
ReplyDeleteThe string vest was issue when I served in the Korean campaign in 1950 so it certainly has a some history. Early issues WERE string but helped combat the bitterly cold winters. I was delighted to find I could buy the lovely soft cotton version made by Brynje on my return to the UK. I've worn them ever since most of the year. Sadly they became hard to get as fashion moved elsewhere so I'm delighted to find they are now easy to get. Talking of fashion girls, they make the sexiest of tops over a racy bra. so you can make an old man even happier by trying them out......
ReplyDeleteMy girlfriend used to laugh at my string vest!! That is until she tried one. Now I have to buy myself all new vests. Teach me to keep my mouth shut. lol I'm with you Roy!!
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