Statjunk.. I hear you on the cold stuff. It's all a matter of dressing for it. My worst part was feet and hands. When they got cold, I got cold.[&:] So I purchased some Sorrel Dominator boots good to -100º and buy yourself a pair of compression socks at Wal Mart. Your feet will be toasty. They are not the best for walking but for stands, blinds, and ice fishing.. they are a must. For hands I have a hand warmer/fanny packand I put those hot packs in there. With good wool clothes, I can last out there in some nasty temperatures if I have to.