DanieldH Posted December 25, 2014 Report Share Posted December 25, 2014 Topic pretty much says it. My experience with all the functional outdoor sports stuff is, the more rainproof and stiff the outer fabric is, the noisier it gets. What do you wear booming/close2camera in harsh weather conditions to avoid noise (and advise Camerapeople etc to do also)? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stevegrider Posted December 25, 2014 Report Share Posted December 25, 2014 I have discovered that the noise the rain is making as it fell on the set was far more than my clothing noise. This may vary, of course with the amount of rain you are experiencing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Constantin Posted December 25, 2014 Report Share Posted December 25, 2014 I have discovered that the noise the rain is making as it fell on the set was far more than my clothing noise. This may vary, of course with the amount of rain you are experiencing. Which is especially relevant when there is no rain, but snow or it's simply cold. I simply ask everyone on set to move as little as possible, especially for close-ups and sometimes I ask them to take off their jackets. Often, these outdoor jacket arrangements are accompanied by a second fleece jacket which is really quiet. Depending on the temperature/rain this may work for a while. At some point however, health is more important than sound Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jon Gilbert Posted December 25, 2014 Report Share Posted December 25, 2014 Harkila or Norrona hunting clothes, much better quality than most 'outdoor' brands, waterproof, and silent. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Michael McQueen Posted December 25, 2014 Report Share Posted December 25, 2014 i'm a big fan of sitka gear. they are primarily a hunt clothing manufacturer. i haven't ponied up to buy any yet but the stormfront pants and jacket have been on my wish list for quite a while now, but at $1200 a set, its a tough pill to swallow. They are amazing shells and are a soft/quiet material. However, when you've worked in 33 degrees and pouring rain, you'd almost pay any amount to be comfortable... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
soundtrane Posted December 25, 2014 Report Share Posted December 25, 2014 I remember Simon Hayes recounting the story behind the silhouette photo of the actor, handheld camera crew - and Arthur Fenn his boom op and a cable guy behind him. He said he had to request most of the crew on this shot to get rid of noisy extreme weather clothes and they gracefully complied. -vin Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wyatt Tuzo Posted December 25, 2014 Report Share Posted December 25, 2014 I spent a lot of time shopping for my rain pants. Everyone in each of the stores I went in must have thought I was crazy to be walking around rubbing and listening to each option. In the end, I found a super comfortable (and very quiet) pair by Marmot. Money well spent. http://marmot.com/products/details/palisades-pant-new Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jason porter Posted December 26, 2014 Report Share Posted December 26, 2014 I bought a jacket for -50 c temps. It kept me warm but the outer shell froze stiff and sounded like crunching cornflakes when I moved my arms. I'll never make that mistake again. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RadoStefanov Posted December 26, 2014 Report Share Posted December 26, 2014 I do. I use to wear a lot of windbreakers. Not anymore. Now wool jackets and Cotton hoodies. Not much rain in the Nevada desert... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PhillipWestbrook Posted December 26, 2014 Report Share Posted December 26, 2014 Thank God I live in Texas! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
old school Posted December 27, 2014 Report Share Posted December 27, 2014 Thank God I live in Texas! In the spirit of the season, I'll bite my tongue and say nothing... ;~) CrewC Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bash Posted December 27, 2014 Report Share Posted December 27, 2014 www.snowsled.com Kindest, sb Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Constantin Posted January 28, 2015 Report Share Posted January 28, 2015 I remember Simon Hayes recounting the story behind the silhouette photo of the actor, handheld camera crew - and Arthur Fenn his boom op and a cable guy behind him. He said he had to request most of the crew on this shot to get rid of noisy extreme weather clothes and they gracefully complied. -vin Sorry, to being this old thread back to life, but it's particularly relevant to me today, ad we're shooting outside in the cold, and the entire (moving) steadycam crew wears very noisy clothes. To support my argument, Vin, have you got that picture somewhere (or is it that I just can't see it on Tapatalk?) or do you know the name of that movie? Behind the scenes or something... anything, really? Thanks a lot! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joachim Posted January 28, 2015 Report Share Posted January 28, 2015 http://jwsoundgroup.net/index.php?/user/6906-simon-hayes/ Maybe send him a message directly. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
daniel Posted January 28, 2015 Report Share Posted January 28, 2015 Topic pretty much says it. My experience with all the functional outdoor sports stuff is, the more rainproof and stiff the outer fabric is, the noisier it gets. What do you wear booming/close2camera in harsh weather conditions to avoid noise (and advise Camerapeople etc to do also)? i avoid velcro. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matthew Sonnenfeld Posted January 28, 2015 Report Share Posted January 28, 2015 Polartec Neo Shell is a 100% waterproof soft shell material. Being a soft shell it is very breathable, stretchy, and generally quiet. Unlike hard shells like Gore-Tex. But Neo Shell is different from other soft shells in that it remains waterproof and garments all have to be seam taped and zips are waterproof too. Marmot and Eddie Bauer make some very nice Neo Shell garments. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris Woodcock Posted January 28, 2015 Report Share Posted January 28, 2015 i avoid velcro. Why it's a good company with lots of different products. Or are you referring to hook and loop fastener :-P Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wandering Ear Posted January 29, 2015 Report Share Posted January 29, 2015 When I'm booming i'm very continuous of the noise my clothing makes, and will choose my wardrobe accordingly. Also aware of the light and reflections, so quiet dark colored clothing it is when near talent. When mixing at a cart, it's not such a big deal. Recently I bought a new down mountaineering coat, and the deciding factor between the two I was considering was noise. One was incredibly noisy, and I knew I couldn't stand wearing it, so I bought the quieter coat. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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