So I'm in a desert environment. Not much severe, but definitely plenty of cold days. I keep an extra pair of wool socks and gortex socks in my car. If it gets cold, and/or wet, i just throw the old ones off, new dry ones on with the liners and I'm good to go again. Definitely a regional tip, but it's worked for me. Also always be prepared for worse than you think.
Great video as always. Thankfully it doesn’t get that cold where I am (although this also means no issued cold weather gear for when it’s cold enough that you do start to have problems). If you’re cheap like me and not in a properly cold area, I’ve found that throwing on some sweatpants that you probably already have under your uniform trousers can help a decent amount for no real hassle or cost.
Gloves, socks, balaclavas and ears bags are lifesavers. Never wear double socks. That makes the numbing worse. I was a bike messenger in a big city during many polar vortexes and storms before getting on the job.
Reminds me of my academy class on traffic accident investigation. The academy was high altitude and we were hit by a blizzard. Even though I had a good coat and gloves I was cold and I felt bad for the recruits from the warmer southern part of the state
pyjama pants under your duty pants and over your thermal underwear acts like a fleece sweater for your legs. those thin dollar store gloves fit pretty well under most slash resistant duty gloves if you just need a layer of insulation but you still need slash resistance. If you don't have winter weight socks available, doubling up your socks can do in a pinch. Also, get wool socks. Cotton when wet is useless, wool when wet still has some insulative properties. Get cheap, thin gloves and multiple toques and leave them in the pockets of your different jackets if you have multiple jackets so you never get caught without gloves or a hat. Keep a pen close to your body so it stays warm.
It's just the start of the process for me. Trying for a cvsa inspector. I've had a CDL for 20 years so I kinda know what I'm looking at. After tomorrow it's back ground checks and interviews. Then pre hire offers will go out in May. Class is scheduled for July...
@@kdion6505 if not I can still drive, but would be nice pointing out obvious violations to someone and not hearing go drive your truck and I will drive mine
If you're going for a shoe with high ankle support, I would recommend finding some boot that has some give in the high ankle area. Something that is semi flexible while maintaining waterproofness and durability. My current boots are 5.11 boots but they are very stiff above the ankle. So my shins and calf are sore after using them on a busy night.
Great, informative video as always. I share your channel with all new hires for tips. Years ago, I learned so many simple tricks from you. How do you or your department juggle teaching new officers all of these little tips, the regular FTO process, & taking calls? I find it challenging when training to teach some of these valuable tips like note taking, plus how to handle the calls, officer tactics, reports, paperwork & still taking new calls. It seems to run late each night or take all day to break down 1 call.
What was that thermal shirt with the thicker sleeves and thinner torso? I've been looking for something like that for a couple years and thought I was just going to have to make my own.
Couldn't agree more about the boots. Whatever team or unit you work in, if your feet are screwed up then the rest of you is screwed up. Buy good quality insulated leather boots and look after them. Regular applications of polish or whatever leather waterproofing 'stuff' you prefer. Look after your boots and your boots will look after you. 2nd point: get a good watch cap, preferably made of a material that will still keep your head warm even if the cap gets wet e.g. wool.
If uniforming allows it frog togs are a great and cheap option. Otherwise a gortex shell with a liner is very flexible as rain gear in the summer ans winter coat when it gets colder
/big Texan drawl What is this """snow""" stuff yer talkin' about, fella? I ain't ever heard of this strange thing... In all seriousness, if you're in the South chances are you're not going to get snow but plenty of freezing rain during the winter. I keep a spare pair of SmartWool socks and some foot powder to sprinkle on when changing socks. I have some leftover thermal stuff from my time doing wilderness survival/exploration that easily slip on under my uniform, which will also be very useful since I'm going for a reserve Sheriff deputy position. I generally like to wear them underneath covert body armor, and that helps keep me insulated during the winter working 3rd shift. I also wear high boots or full on jack boots. (I recently bought a pair of Finnish surplus jack boots from Varusteleka which I've been liking, but those HAIX boots are real great. I am not military and I never will be, but the exmilitary guys turned security or police who I've worked with love their Rocky S2Vs.) I buy those bulk packs of hot hands as well, when it's dry but cold I toss a pair of them into my boots. They're worth their weight in gold. Appreciate the glove tips though, my LawPro gloves have gotten real shredded and I'll be needing a new pair very soon.
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Thanks for the great video thanks for explaining what type of winter uniform i bet those boots are warm kym
So I'm in a desert environment. Not much severe, but definitely plenty of cold days. I keep an extra pair of wool socks and gortex socks in my car. If it gets cold, and/or wet, i just throw the old ones off, new dry ones on with the liners and I'm good to go again. Definitely a regional tip, but it's worked for me. Also always be prepared for worse than you think.
I am only a security guard and your videos are very helpful and teaches me a lot especially about gear
I'm going to love this video as someone who wants to be a cop in Alaska!
You live in Alaska now?
@@freefieldtraining Negative, Pennsylvania. But I plan on moving to Alaska and then pursue a Law Enforcement career.
Aww, I was hoping you could add some advice to this.
@@freefieldtraining Haha, not this time!
Always thorough with your tips/ review. Good work boss
I try to sneak in a little knowledge even if something is mostly gear based.
Thank you! This is such a good channel.
As a security officer in PA. I love my neoprene artic Muck steel toed boots. Great in deep snow & mud.
I run taller boots or regular boots with a gator. I frequently am running around homes with 2/3 ft of snow. A lower boot will allow snow in.
Great video as always. Thankfully it doesn’t get that cold where I am (although this also means no issued cold weather gear for when it’s cold enough that you do start to have problems).
If you’re cheap like me and not in a properly cold area, I’ve found that throwing on some sweatpants that you probably already have under your uniform trousers can help a decent amount for no real hassle or cost.
Dressing in layers is the best advice!
Learned from Skiing-two layers between Hot-hands and skin. Always. Those pockets on gloves do a lot for that.
Gloves, socks, balaclavas and ears bags are lifesavers. Never wear double socks. That makes the numbing worse. I was a bike messenger in a big city during many polar vortexes and storms before getting on the job.
Reminds me of my academy class on traffic accident investigation. The academy was high altitude and we were hit by a blizzard. Even though I had a good coat and gloves I was cold and I felt bad for the recruits from the warmer southern part of the state
Suggestion for the guy with the LBV.
Get a good fleece or other mid layer, wear it under the vest. Makes a big difference.
pyjama pants under your duty pants and over your thermal underwear acts like a fleece sweater for your legs.
those thin dollar store gloves fit pretty well under most slash resistant duty gloves if you just need a layer of insulation but you still need slash resistance.
If you don't have winter weight socks available, doubling up your socks can do in a pinch. Also, get wool socks. Cotton when wet is useless, wool when wet still has some insulative properties.
Get cheap, thin gloves and multiple toques and leave them in the pockets of your different jackets if you have multiple jackets so you never get caught without gloves or a hat.
Keep a pen close to your body so it stays warm.
I always have a pencil with me. It's cheaper than a space pen and works outside in minus degrees. And if you loose it, it's not the end of the world
Just signed on with Florida Highway Patrol! Doesn't get too cold here, but then again, 50 is cold!
I got a PT test tomorrow for Wisconsin State Patrol... The process is more nerving than the test. But gotta go through all the hoops
@@andystampfli9127 took 5 month from application to scheduling first day at the academy. I'm already certified but FHP has their own way..
It's just the start of the process for me. Trying for a cvsa inspector. I've had a CDL for 20 years so I kinda know what I'm looking at. After tomorrow it's back ground checks and interviews. Then pre hire offers will go out in May. Class is scheduled for July...
@@andystampfli9127 hope all works out!
@@kdion6505 if not I can still drive, but would be nice pointing out obvious violations to someone and not hearing go drive your truck and I will drive mine
If you're going for a shoe with high ankle support, I would recommend finding some boot that has some give in the high ankle area. Something that is semi flexible while maintaining waterproofness and durability.
My current boots are 5.11 boots but they are very stiff above the ankle. So my shins and calf are sore after using them on a busy night.
Great, informative video as always. I share your channel with all new hires for tips. Years ago, I learned so many simple tricks from you.
How do you or your department juggle teaching new officers all of these little tips, the regular FTO process, & taking calls?
I find it challenging when training to teach some of these valuable tips like note taking, plus how to handle the calls, officer tactics, reports, paperwork & still taking new calls. It seems to run late each night or take all day to break down 1 call.
Do you do any current videos?
I was issued the 5.11 3 in 1 parka, I wish the liner was quilted sometimes
Representing the uk 🇬🇧
Sheesh, how ever did we survive even 10, never mind 50, years ago without all these fancy fabrics and hi-tech boots?!
I went winter camping as a kid (wen polarflease was pretty new and very expensive) as I recall the solution was very cumbersome and heavy clothing.
They survived, sure, but why NOT be more comfortable if the technology allows it?
Can you do a video on how to shine boots? Thx
Did that one years ago: ua-cam.com/video/3Y4ekFjAJRM/v-deo.html
What was that thermal shirt with the thicker sleeves and thinner torso? I've been looking for something like that for a couple years and thought I was just going to have to make my own.
I saw you at shot show erm I think I saw you at shot show. I was working security and wanted to say hi so bad! Lol
That was me. You should have just said hi. I'm just some dude that makes videos in his garage after all.
Couldn't agree more about the boots. Whatever team or unit you work in, if your feet are screwed up then the rest of you is screwed up. Buy good quality insulated leather boots and look after them. Regular applications of polish or whatever leather waterproofing 'stuff' you prefer. Look after your boots and your boots will look after you. 2nd point: get a good watch cap, preferably made of a material that will still keep your head warm even if the cap gets wet e.g. wool.
Any gear recommendations for rain gear?
If uniforming allows it frog togs are a great and cheap option. Otherwise a gortex shell with a liner is very flexible as rain gear in the summer ans winter coat when it gets colder
@@freefieldtraining Thanks!! Maybe with us heading into the wet months we can get a how be a cop in the rain video lol
@ freefieldtraining any tips for Florida summers 100% Humidity and 100 degrees? Still work from the window?!
I got nothing for you man, I soak my head in the sink every hour when it is over 80. Florida heat and humidity might even get me to bid an office job.
I always keep a special bag of snow gear in my car during the winter.
How are they on ice?
Thoughts on jussie smollett? Also, your clothing looks different than the powder blue uniforms cpd officers wear.
Hey Tommy does your department have motorcycle patrol and horse patrol units and if so what are the requirements for your department
Good video….Are you Chicago PD or suburban police?
I need those gloves!
Put the weight bearing vest over the jacket.
Any tips for those in extremely HOT states?? 😅
Sun cream and bikini?
Hey! I saw that stream! 😃
I can’t find these gloves in black.
Pretty sure I put a link in the description
/big Texan drawl
What is this """snow""" stuff yer talkin' about, fella? I ain't ever heard of this strange thing...
In all seriousness, if you're in the South chances are you're not going to get snow but plenty of freezing rain during the winter. I keep a spare pair of SmartWool socks and some foot powder to sprinkle on when changing socks. I have some leftover thermal stuff from my time doing wilderness survival/exploration that easily slip on under my uniform, which will also be very useful since I'm going for a reserve Sheriff deputy position. I generally like to wear them underneath covert body armor, and that helps keep me insulated during the winter working 3rd shift. I also wear high boots or full on jack boots. (I recently bought a pair of Finnish surplus jack boots from Varusteleka which I've been liking, but those HAIX boots are real great. I am not military and I never will be, but the exmilitary guys turned security or police who I've worked with love their Rocky S2Vs.) I buy those bulk packs of hot hands as well, when it's dry but cold I toss a pair of them into my boots. They're worth their weight in gold.
Appreciate the glove tips though, my LawPro gloves have gotten real shredded and I'll be needing a new pair very soon.
The only issue with coffee and cold temps it make you wat to go....dont get me wrong...like you... I love my coffee but...just saying.
I got the flu twice this winter.
Jordan Fifer it doesn’t help that the temperatures are fluctuating like crazy. Yesterday’s snow is today’s rain.
IMO you need wool socks. cotton socks are the worst thing in the winter.
Why don't he have a Glock 17😋