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I agree with all the below. I forgot to mention in my post that we also
leave the bedding open for several hours in the morning to allow drying.
Norm
S/V Bandersnatch
Lying 30 07.7N 081 39.6W
Julington Creek Estuary FL
> [Original Message]
> From: Dave Skolnick <>
> To: <>
> Date: 11/8/2006 8:42:30 AM
> Subject: Re: lv-ab: cold bunks / sheets
>
> Peter makes good points. I'd like to elaborate based on spending late
> winter aboard in Sweden and several winters in the Chesapeake Bay and
> surrounding waters.
>
> > Flannel sheets (I know cotton is not recomended .. but some are a blend
that
> > retain less humidity)
>
> I use straight flannel with no synthetics. I have good ventilation
> under the mattress, and when I get up in the morning I leave the
> bedding pulled back to allow everything to air out.
>
> > A light weight cover (blanket). A duvet is superb, warm, light weight,
> > breathes (does not retain humididty)
>
> I use flannel sheets, a cotton open-weave blanket, and a comforter in
> a duvet cover.
>
> > Long underwear, especially a light wool blend.
>
> I am a big believer in synthetics for long underwear. My personal
> favorite is Damart (www.damartusa.com I think), but there are lots of
> choices available from sports and athletic stores. Well worth the
> expense.
>
> > ALSO, Eric sent a post about 'Goldenrod' heatsticks (dehumidifiers) It
seems
> > to me that one of these items installed under the bunk would be ideal
>
> Interesting idea, but does require shore power.
>
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