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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. [...]
wow testimonial
WOW TESTIMONIALA couple of years ago I purchased the Hunter Ultima Thule with a ground pad determined to not spend a cold night in my hammock again. It certainly solved that problem. I find myself unzipping the bag to let some cool air in and never have cold spots underneath me. I recently had a camping trip that involved [...]
production that will not return to the usa!
LAMILITE SOCKS ONCE AGAIN PROVE THEIR WORTHDear Wiggys,So I bought the 8" Lamilite socks for my wife and myself, not sure if they'd actually do what they said. I wore them with boots, that while waterproof, often make my feet sweat and I feel clammy and cold. (If my feet are warm I can pretty much stand any [...]
durability and dressing for cold
DURABILITY OF WIGGY’S SLEEP[ING BAGSTHE FLYING BAG TESTIMONIALHi WiggySay I bought a Hunter Ultima Thule bag. Wow what a bag, it is unbelievable. It flew out of the truck going to Idaho elk camp at 80mph, put only a small cut in it. I was freaking when I saw it fly out. Slept in it at elk camp [...]
a surpise ending
TESTIMONIALS THAT MAKE MY DAYWiggy, as a user of several of your pieces of equipment I want to tell you that I am already a fan. I have one of your Single person bivy shelters and have found it to work well, mine has the cover.So, I am getting an itch to add more Wiggy’s items to [...]