A TOWER CLIMBER’S GUIDE TO WORKING OUTSIDE IN WINTER

Working outdoors surely has its ups and downs – and for tower climbers, we mean that literally and figuratively! But, when winter strikes, getting a leg up on the best insulated workwear with full-body protection guarantees nothing gets in the way of a job well done.

Outfitting Essential Workers for the Outdoors

If you want to talk about a job that is in the first line of defense against Mother Nature, let’s talk about tower climbing. These high-climbing men and women work outdoors on the tallest towers in the best and worst weather: rain or shine, wind or snow, day or night. But their essential work keeps communications open for emergency services and for regular folks on the ground.

We stand (on the ground, of course) in awe of tower climbers for their let’s-get-it-done attitude and their kick-ass ability to work while hanging off the side of a skinny metal tower at soaring heights.

So, what should tower climbers wear when temperatures are going down, but they’ve still got to go up in the cold and the wind? RefrigiWear has you covered with full-body protection designed to give tower climbers maximum warmth without sacrificing flexibility and range of motion.

Insulated Outdoor Winter Workwear for Tower Climbers

When your job requires climbing a hundred feet (or more!) straight up, you don’t need bulky gear weighing you down. Look for insulated workwear that offers the right level of full-body protection for the temps you’ll face. For most tower climbers, a combo of weather-resistant insulated bib overalls and an insulated jacket over flexible, moisture-wicking base layers offers warmth, comfort and flexibility so you can focus on getting the work done safely.

Choose cold weather gear that fits the temperature and wind chill where you’re working, as well as your personal level of exertion in getting up the tower. You don’t want to be over-bundled and sweating when you get to the top – having moisture trapped under your gear will make you feel colder. RefrigiWear labels its insulated workwear with Comfort Ratings that help you decide which garments are best suited to your work environment and activity level.

You’ll also want to choose winter tower climbing gear that can handle rough weather. Heavy-duty insulated workwear from RefrigiWear is made from the toughest, most durable weather-resistant materials. Look for wind-tight and water-repellent fabrics to cut the wind chill and keep you dry at the highest elevations.

Tower Climbing Gear with Flexible, Full-Body Protection

Once you’ve figured out how much insulating power you’ll need to stand on top of the world without shivering so hard you can’t hold your tools, you need to think about flexibility. Look for insulated workwear made of lighter, more flexible softshell materials so you can easily reach, bend and maneuver around the tower.

Insulated workwear that offers even more flexibility features, such as Performance-Flex from RefrigiWear, helps you squat and reach more comfortably without constantly having to adjust your gear. Performance-Flex is an accordion-style fabric panel added to key flex points, like elbows, knees, underarms and across knuckles, that expands and contracts to help you move without adding bulk.

Slip-Resistant Gloves and Boots for Tower Climbing

Icy or wet conditions can pose many challenges to a tower climber. Gloves and boots that can resist these circumstances can be crucial for climbing quickly, safely and handling equipment with ease. Between RefrigiWear’s anti-slip outsole for boots and the silicone grip patterns and dots on our gloves, we’ve got you covered with reliable slip-resistant and grip-assisting features.

Durable, Insulated Workwear for Tower Climbing

Gear that can withstand snags and abrasion ensures that your ability to get the job done won’t be compromised due to cold air or moisture seeping in through rips and tears. RefrigiWear gear is manufactured with fabrics that can handle being scraped by metal, loose screws or other materials, because you can’t afford any interference with your work when you’re climbing as high as the clouds.

High-Visibility Safety Gear for Tower Climbers

Staying visible in inclement weather or dark conditions is vital to a tower climber who takes many risks working in a setting that presents various threats to safety. RefrigiWear high-visibility gear meets ANSI standards. Our mission is to keep you feeling safe and secure in your workwear, even when the going gets tough.

What Is the Best Winter Gear for Tower Climbers?

Tower climbers are often a crew of unseen heroes, handling grueling projects in weather that would send any Yeti into hibernation. They never let us down and they deserve reliable protective gear that returns the favor.

Here are several tower climber-tested coveralls, bib overalls, jackets, boots and gloves for working through winter:

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