Staying Warm on Air

[Kevin Jacobsen]

I did a live shot for Black Friday and it was freezing outside. Had the scarf, coat, and gloves on. I had nothing on the head. Any recommendations?

[s'news]

In my humble opinion, there is no hat that can be worn on-air that will look right, unless you are doing a story about cold weather.

[Gil]

Hats can look kind of tacky, but if your ears are freezing, there are some very inconspicuous ear warmers that attach behind the head and don't mess up your hair (well, depending on the hair style).

Personally, I have never found it to be too much of a problem by just staying warm up until the time you need to appear, if that is possible.

[Roy Hobbs]

It's just a matter of style
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[s'news]

Actually, in Chicago, on an older man, a fedora might be okay.

[NYC Street]

You can't do anything about the head, except stay in the truck until the last second. But one trick that has always worked for me is apres ski boots. They're designed to be worn in snow and ice - and are the savior of anyone who does live shots in the winter.

I was fortunate enough to have a pair with me one very snowy day when I ended up spending almost 24 hours straight doing live shots at the scene of a disaster. There were lots of things that sucked about the experience, but my feet were fine.

[5w40]

In NYC ... a rather famous reporter used to wear one of those wool Russian hats every winter.
Then again, he used to wear velvet sport jackets all the time ....
Bless you, Gabe ...
83 years young ... and still kicking at mayors.

[Roy Hobbs]

Actually, in Chicago, on an older man, a fedora might be okay.

Helps if you have an older woman.
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[mothball]

I disagree. Common sense should be evident. You lose most of your body heat from your head. Cover it!

Many of our young people look up to TV anchors as role models. Use your noggin, and cover it.

[TVMattNYC]

I did a live shot for Black Friday and it was freezing outside. Had the scarf, coat, and gloves on. I had nothing on the head. Any recommendations?

Stop doing silly meaningless live shots outside in the cold.

[mothball]

:worship:

[LittleBabyPuppy]

Amen on the meaningless live shot in the cold. Amen.

Why stand outside a dark empty building when it's nice out? But it really makes no sense to stand outside a dark empty building when it's cold.

[MoistureFluxCapacitor]

Personally, as a critical viewer all I see and think when I see a reporter out in the cold or snow without a hat is "PUT ON A FREAKIN' HAT". :mad:

I especially love when they are talking about cold weather preps and they aren't dressed for the weather...they are dressed for fashion.

Egads...Heaven forbid someone dressed for the weather.

[aphia]

I'm a 34 year old male anchor/reporter in the midwest. I wear a hat whenever I do a live shot in the cold. I like a Fadora or Dobbs brim. I think our general industry rules about appearence is that you should where what ever a businessman or salesperson or teacher or any professional would find appropriate in the same situation.

But I will push the hat back far enough on my head when we hit so that the brim dosen't cast a shadow over my face.

[Sultanosurf]

,,,should not wear hats. If you can pull off Redford or Ford, g'head. If not, there's always ear muffs...

[mothball]

Most of these are acceptable.
http://www.natashascafe.com/images/products/beretgenemk2.jpg

http://www.theaussiecoat.com.au/images/hats/Bush-Hat-Brown.jpg

http://www.celticattic.com/treasures/images/clothing/hats/herringbone_hat.jpg

[wx or not]

What does The Fedora think?

[Produce man]

Lots of whiskey?

[mothball]

Some are not.
http://www.circlessoundandcreation.com/images/tinfoilHatLady.JPG

[Roy Hobbs]

This is closest to mine.

http://powet.tv/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2007/06/oldindy.jpg

I go to a place called Hats Plus in Chicago. The key is try a variety of quality chapeaus to get one that best suits the shape and length of your face.

Mine is a Biltmore Eleganza/Ark.

[rawhead rex]

I don't know where my wife found the first one, but she modeled her own on it. She took an heavy duty, athletic sock and rolled one end around a heavy circle of cord and sewed it securely. Then she filled the sock with raw rice, rolled that end around another heavy circle of cord and sewed it securely. That made an approx. 8-inch long floppy, but substantial sock with a hand hold on each end. Put that in the microwave for anywhere from :30 to 2:00. Put it on the back of your neck and it won't show under your coat, but it will keep you warm for a long time. It is also great therapy when you have a sore neck. You just have to tru it yourself to see how long you want to nuke it because you can burn your neck. I wrap mine in a lightweight handtowel and it works pretty well. They last several years.

[Roy Hobbs]

http://powet.tv/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2007/06/oldindy.jpg

Oh yeah, I almost forgot...wear a scarf, sweater and necktie under a leather jacket...and to keep your face warm...a beard like you're playing Dr. Richard Kimble in a movie inbetween squeezing in a cameo on The Young Indiana Jones Chronicles.

[The Fedora]

I actually do not own a Fedora. I know, it's a shock.

I typically use those 180 earmuffs then slip them off just before we hit. C'mon, can't mess up "The Hair" right scarlet? :)

[wx or not]

I actually do not own a Fedora. I know, it's a shock.

I typically use those 180 earmuffs then slip them off just before we hit. C'mon, can't mess up "The Hair" right scarlet? :)

Thanks, Fedora! Now I'm wondering where you place your PRESS pass?

[The Fedora]

Thanks, Fedora! Now I'm wondering where you place your PRESS pass?

I could tell ya... :D

[Ralphie the buffalo]

Most of these are acceptable.
http://www.natashascafe.com/images/products/beretgenemk2.jpg


That is NOT acceptable.
Not in the Heartland of this country for sure.

Wear layers.
Wear wool socks and warm shoes.
Wear earmuffs that go behind your head.
Wear a baseball hat or stylish hat.
But, never, ever wear a beret.
Good Lord, I think they look stupid and most people would agree.

[wx or not]

I could tell ya... :D

I see...pass too small...now you need a PRESS poster!:D

[Produce man]

Amen on the meaningless live shot in the cold. Amen.

Why stand outside a dark empty building when it's nice out? But it really makes no sense to stand outside a dark empty building when it's cold.Except the consultant says it's a legit shot. :rolleyes:

[Ralphie the buffalo]

Except the consultant says it's a legit shot. :rolleyes:

Then let the consultant stand out there.

[mothball]

That is NOT acceptable.
Not in the Heartland of this country for sure.

Wear layers.
Wear wool socks and warm shoes.
Wear earmuffs that go behind your head.
Wear a baseball hat or stylish hat.
But, never, ever wear a beret.
Good Lord, I think they look stupid and most people would agree.



I did say "most."

And all hail the scarf... strong enough for a man, sometimes made for a woman, very flexible, can be worn over or under the jacket, can be worn around the head when not on the air to preserve heat, doubles as a sling when you break your arm, can be dampened and used to swat the ass of felllow co-workers, can be tucked down the sleeves of your thin station jacket to supplement heat when it's windy, works as a portable noose, can be tied and tucked down into your shirt for an instant cravat, becomes an innovative prop during romantic encounters, can be used to restrain small children from running amok in a store, works as a giant "twist tie" on hard to manage bags, can be wrapped around a swollen ankle that's just been sprained, you can cut holes in the center of it and go as Zorro if you encounter a surprise masquerade party, can be shared with a friend if it's long enough, becomes a sign of affection if you give it to a member of the opposite sex when they're cold, can make a quick hand muff, sometimes worn by NFL QBs near the crotch to warm their hands before a pass, can be hung on a hotel doorknob as a sign, becomes an instant streamer when tied to your car antenna, can be used to gag unruly anchors, makes a fashionable belt, in a pinch can work as a towel, can be used around your face for an impromptu disguise in a robbery, often worn by Doctor Whos, can be thrown over competitors' mics on a podium, becomes an instant rug when you have to take off wet shoes in the car, can be used to handle cold/hot steering wheels -- the scarf! It's today's thneed!

[Eyegetit]

Not on air, but I absolutley HATE the cold.

Some ideas:
Get those warm packs from a sporting goods store. You put them in your gloves and in your boots. They keep your hands and feet warm for hours.
Wear layers of natural fibers - cotton, wool, cashmere.
Wear a wool hat WITH back of the head ear muffs underneath.
Go online to Lands End or North Face and get one of those coats rated for the Arctic. Best 2-hundred dollars I ever spent and the coat has a lot of pockets.

[Ping-Pong Ball]

While it won't keep you warm, I hear band-aids are a good tool in keeping the public from noticing you're cold. ;)

[that's life]

Honestly, the hat doesn't work for me.............
UNLESS you've found who framed Roger Rabbit!

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[The Fedora]

Cotton? in the winter? NOOOO!

There is a saying among those who spend a lot of time out in the very cold temps: Cotton Kills.

Always use some form of wicking garment as a base layer. Then build on that.

[Eyegetit]

What is a "wicking garment?" What if you tend to sweat a lot. Don't you need something breathable?

[The Fedora]

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http://images.ems.com/media/images/products/210/21022/2102280/210228074/210228074_WATERCAMOPRINT_400.jpg

[wx or not]

Heavens, Fedora! That thing looks like chain mail. Does it breathe?

[The Fedora]

Lmao...

Of course it breathes, it's a wicking fabric. That's just the pattern of the shirt, there are others out there.

The point it to stay away from cotton, period. It collects the sweat and traps it as water against the skin. That can be very dangerous in very cold temps.

[that's life]

Of course it breathes, it's a wicking fabric. That's just the pattern of the shirt, there are others out there.

Should I wear it when I ride my steed into the Crusades?