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the testimonials just keep coming
THREE TESTIMONIALS THAT ARRIVED TODAY, CAN IT GET ANY BETTER?Hi Wiggy,Just was forced to venture outside. Temperature, 22 degrees Fahrenheit. Wind chill, 10 degrees. Got semi-dressed...bedroom slippers, PJ bottoms, T-shirt, ear muffs, Wiggy's Alaska Parka LINER (no shell, just the liner) with L-6 insulation. Toasty! Absolutely NO air got through the liner.And the BEST part? Santa Bride brought me another Wiggy's [...]
the history of sleeping bag manufacturing
FINALLY THE TRUE HISTORY OF SLEEPING BAGSOne of my customers sent me a link to the history of sleeping bags on Wikipedia.An innovative rug that's been described as the world's first sleeping bag has been re-created and is going on display at the Newtown Textile Museum. The Euklisia rug - patented by Newtown entrepreneur Pryce Jones in 1876 - was [...]
why to stay away from electrically heated clothing
THE HUNTER MODEL RECTANGULAR BAGGreat bag to have for all seasons particularly for those not acclimated to the cold!I lay on top of it in the summer for extra padding, unzip it and use it like a comforter if it’s a little cold at night and I will just zip up about a 1/4 of the way when [...]
electric clothing again
MORE AND MORE ELECTRONIC CLOTHING, WHAT A JOKE TO PLAY ON THE CONSUMER!!!L.L.Bean Explores Blockchain Applications For Outerwear With LOOMIA Smart TextilesPosted by SGB Media | Dec 22, 2017 | Apparel, Footwear, Outdoor, SGB Updates, Sportsman, Update | 0 | L.L.Bean announced that it will be exploring the applications of blockchain technology with LOOMIA, a company that integrates smart fabric into [...]
jobs in america #2
After seeing my commentary yesterday a friend sent the following link for me to see. It is very apropos of the article. You have to watch this . . . . . .Today’s world !!https://player.vimeo.com/ video/239050403?title=0& byline=0&portrait=0The following e mail was received in response to the Jobs in America article. I am sure that others could write similarly about the [...]
jobs in america
WORKERS IN AMERICATHE FOLLOWING ARTICLE EXPLAINS WHAT IS HAPPENING OR HAS HAPPENED IN A MULTITUDE OF INDUSTRIES IN THE U.S.A. NOT ONLY THE TEXTILE INDUSTRY!Narrow fabrics industry faces a shortage of people who “get it”December 15th, 2017 / By: IFAI / Industry News, NewsAre you sure you wish to continue? Close-up of the yarn feed on Fabdesigns’ Stoll CMS ADF-3 flat [...]
more nonsensical developments
MORE SMART CLOTHINGFormosa Taffeta targets “next evolution” in smart thermal clothingTaiwanese textile specialist Formosa Taffeta Co. (FTC) has unveiled a new smart thermal clothing technology which is targeted at the hiking, outdoor and leisure markets. It has been designed to allow the wearer to have more control over their temperature. This is achieved through a heating module attached to the garment, which [...]
winter products that work
WINTER PRODUCTS TESTIMONIALSWiggy’s fan for lifeI have purchased several Wiggy’s items over the years- both types of overboots for my wife and I, Renegade Mitten for me, 2 sets of Super Mitten for friends, and the Antarctic Parka for my wife. My wife is tall and slim with long arms, so I called and Jerry answered the phone. [...]
socks and laundering
MORE TESTIMONIALSWe've had quite a bit of colder thanUsual weather so far. Night temps inHigh 20s.Used the socks with anUn-insulated pair of work boots 3 nights in a row. Worked like a charm.Don Jeremy Conkling I purchased an Ultralight R/WB years ago upon recommendation by a survival instructor in Tok, AK. He told me [...]
electrically powered clothing?
ELECTRICALLY HEATED CLOTHING CAN BE VERY DANGEROUSThe following article is reprinted from “Specialty Fabrics Review” published by the Industrial Fabrics Association InternationalNanowire networks for uniform excellenceSoldiers stationed in the arctic know that it's a challenge to stay warm whileexecuting their duties in the frigid weather. Protective clothing is oftenbulky and makes it difficult to maneuver, and wearers often become overheatedand sweaty. [...]