If you plan on going outdoors during cold weather, or you like to do activities in winter, then a good outdoor coat will keep you warm and protect you from the harsh elements. In order for an outdoor coat to keep you warm and dry, it must be a proper fit and give you enough [...]
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00If you plan on going outdoors during cold weather, or you like to do activities in winter, then a good outdoor coat will keep you warm and protect you from the harsh elements. In order for an outdoor coat to keep you warm and dry, it must be a proper fit and give you enough room to move comfortably. Here are a few easy ways you can measure for an outdoor coat in order to find the ideal...
If you plan on going outdoors during cold weather, or you like to do activities in winter, then a good outdoor coat will keep you warm and protect you from the harsh elements. In order for an outdoor coat to keep you warm and dry, it must be a proper fit and give you enough room to move comfortably. Here are a few easy ways you can measure for an outdoor coat in order to find the ideal size:
Chest – If you are at an outdoor goods store, a dressing room attendant may be able to help you measure, otherwise, you should have a friend help you so you get the most accurate measurements possible. Leave your arms comfortably down at your sides, and then measure around the widest part of your chest, under the arms.
The widest part of your chest is typically in line with the shoulder blades. Write the measurements down so you can refer back to them when you are selecting the proper-sized outdoor coat.
Sleeves – Keeping your arms relaxed and down by your sides, have your friend measure the length of your arms from the shoulder to elbow, and then down to the wrist. Keep a very slight bend in the elbow so when you take the measurements they are slightly larger – this will ensure the sleeves are not too short and will cover adequately.
Neck – Though many coats do not require a neck measurement, you can always take the numbers down in the event you want a coat that secures around the neck. Simply measure the neck at the base, close to the collarbone, so you get the measurements of the widest part of the neck.
While you can take measurements of your body and find the right-sized outdoor coat, you will never truly know how it fits until you try them on and move around. Your measurements can serve as a guideline to the general size you should look for, but try on coats and fasten them thoroughly, then move your arms across your torso and over your head to determine if there is enough movement in the shoulder area and it doesn’t hike up your waist too much.
Outdoor coats are made of a variety of materials, so look for styles that offer you the features you need for your activities. A heavy-duty parka is necessary for snow and ice, but may not be ideal if you simply want to jog or exercise outdoors in winter.