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    Equipment provided by Umpires
  • Cell phones — on for 2 days following regatta
  • Spare batteries for all electronic gear
  • Clip board with see-thru plastic bag over it so you can write inside—out of rain
  • Foul weather gear, umbrellas
  • Water, energy bars
  • Stapler and paper clips
  • Binoculars—it is especially important that each person assigned is comfortable using binoculars
  • Megaphone for Lead Umpire to use in case of safety emergencies
    Equipment provided by HOCR
  • A pre-printed card with the cell numbers of all the Umpires and other key Official Staff for each station. Listed in alpha order and by station.
  • Lunch will be delivered by courier

How to Dress for Cold Weather at the HOCR

November 2009. Updated September 2010

When Planning How To Dress For Cold Weather, Staying Dry Should Be A Top Priority.

reference: www.ehow.com/how_2307312_dress-cold-weather.html

When dressing for bad weather on the racecourse you want to insulate yourself; keep out moisture from rain or snow; wick or ventilate the moisture you generate and block the wind. No one fabric will do all these things, so you need to dress in layers and shed or add them as necessary. There are 4 layers as well as head, feet and hands to consider.

    First Layer
  • Comfortably light fabric that will wick sweat away from your body
  • Avoid pure cotton, linen, or other similar materials (fabrics retain moisture and will chill you)
  • Traditional thermal undergarments work well for the first layer- Available at most all the stores below
  • An alternative to traditional thermals is silk. Silk is very warm and feels wonderful against bare skin.
      • www.wintersilks.com (sizes x-small to x-large)
    • Silk camisoles (women) or silk tank (men)
    • Silk turtlenecks (recommend 3 snowflake rating)
    • Silk long underwear (recommend 3 snowflake rating)
      www.llbean.com (sizes x-small to x-large)
    • Silk pointelle camisoles
    • Silk pointelle long underwear
    • Polartec power dry long underwear
    • Wicked warm wool long underwear
    • Turtlenecks
      www.walmart.com (men sizes medium to x-large, women sizes small to 2x-large)
    • Long underwear
    • Turtlenecks
    Second Layer
  • Should fit comfortably over the first layer
  • Wool pants and a thin wool sweater are perfect for protection against cold winter weather
      • www.llbean.com
    • Washable wool pants (men waist 30-46, inseam 26-34; women sizes 6-20)
    • Wool sweaters—pullover or cardigan (men's sizes small to 2x-large, women's sizes x-small to x-large)
      www.cabelas.com
    • Washable wool pants (men waist 30-46, inseam 26-34; women sizes 6-20)
    • Wooltimate pants - combination wool and fleece (men sizes 32-44)
    • Wool sweaters—cardigan or pullover (men sizes medium to 3x-large)
    • Wool sweaters—cardigan (women sizes small to 2x-large)
      www.BassPro.com
    • Wool pants (men size small to 2x-large,
    • Flannel-lined twill pants (women sizes 2-18)
    • An alternative to wool is synthetic fleece or other insulating materials
      www.llbean.com (men sizes small to 2x-large, women sizes x-small to x-large)
    • Fleece—pullover, cardigan, vests
      www.cabelas.com
    • Fleece—pants, pullover, cardigan, vests—(men sizes small to 3x-large, women sizes small to 2x-large)
      www.walmart.com (men's sizes small to 3x-large, women's sizes small to 4x-large)
    • Fleece—pants, pullover, cardigan
      www.BassPro.com
    • Fleece pants (men and women sizes small to 2x-large)
    • Fleece pullover (men sizes small to 4x-large, women sizes small to 2x-large)
    Third Layer
  • The third layer of clothing needs to be easy to remove in case you become overheated
  • This layer of winter clothing can be bulkier such as medium weight fleece
  • Another pair of wool pants or pair of wind-proof nylon (or other material) pants
    www.llbean.com
  • Wind-proof pants (men sizes small to 2x-large, women sizes x-small to x-large)
    www.cabelas.com
  • Nylon rain pants (men sizes small to 2x-large, women sizes small to x-large)
  • Water-proof pants (men sizes small to x-large)
    Outer Layers
  • The outer layer comprised of 2 layers: heavier coat on top of a lighter coat
  • Coats with a hood are best (add an extra layer of protection from the cold for your head & neck)
  • Lighter coats
      • www.llbean.com
    • Water-proof storm jacket (men sizes small to 2x-large, women x-small to 3x-large )
      www.cabelas.com
    • Stormcrest jacket (men sizes small to 3x-large)
    • Dry plus jacket (men sizes small to 3x-large, women sizes small to x-large)
    • Nylon fleece-lined parka (men sizes small to 5x-large, women sizes small to 2x-large)
  • Longer coats , such as parkas that cover the thighs, are better than waist-length coats
      • www.llbean.com (men sizes small to 2x-large, women small to x-large)
    • Gore-Tex jacket
    • Water-proof parka
    • Goose down hooded parka
      www.cabelas.com (men sizes small to 3x-large, women small to 2x-large)
    • Goose down parka
    • Gore-Tex jacket
    Hats
  • Wear a warm hat that can be pulled down far enough to protect your ears even if your coat is hooded
    Hands
  • Mittens are warmer than gloves; unfortunately, mittens are not very practical
      • www.amazon.com
    • Ironclad CCW-05-XL (look for different sizes) Cold Condition Waterproof gloves ($32.58)
    • Youngstown 03-3450-80-L Waterproof Winter Plus Performance gloves ($28.94)
      www.REI.com
    • Waterproof Sealskinz gloves
    • Use disposable hand warmers found at sporting goods stores or sporting goods sections of stores
      www.amazon.com
    • Reusable hand warmers (lasts 12-24 hours)
    • Disposable hand warmers
    Feet
    Shoes (Make sure you buy the shoes large enough to wear thick socks)
  • Winter shoes should never fit too tightly, allow room for air to circulate.
  • Shoes should be waterproof, have excellent traction, and have a warm, soft, lining.
      • www.peterglenn.com
    • Merrell Winterlude zip waterproof boots (keeps feet warm to -40F) (women sizes 6.5-11)
    • Merrell Radius boot (men size 8-13)