It's probably not all that great for the gear, but we managed to get our of the gear relatively quickly before it froze through completely. Had to toss everything in the back of the car as it was, frozen and all. I carried my drysuit inside like a mannequin (it was still frozen when I got back). Got some funny looks, that's for sure.DI_Guy:Temperature update... Its -32 C outside right now with the wind chill at - 44 C... with 1 foot of hard packed snow on the ground ( BTW first day of winter is tomorrow )
-40 C = -40 F
Warren: Those pics are hilarious, busting a gut here. That has got to be hard on your gear. I think my "wet suit" would snap in two.