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Best Cooling Gear for a Ride by Marcus, in NY I was diagnosed with MS in the spring of 2013.  Since then I have had 3 major exacerbations during which I had partial to full paralysis on the right side of my body.  I have been fortunate to find a treatment course (Tysabri for 2 years and now Ri...

Sweat is our body's natural cooling system, a unique feature that sets us apart from other mammals. When our body temperature rises, we sweat. However, our sweat is 98°F. So how does 98°F sweat cool us off, and what does humidity have to do with it? Let's break it down.  Is it reasonable to...

The first warm days of summer are the kickoff for cookouts. Planning and preparing for a cookout can seem insurmountable; it's certainly easy to get lost in the details of preparing for such a big event. But don't worry we got you covered. Here are 2 plans, a Cooling Plan and a Cookout Plan with...

Every two years the International Santa Celebration (ISC) brings together members of the Christmas Community from around the world for socialization, learning, networking, and camaraderie. Sponsored in part by IBRBS, the International Brotherhood of Real Bearded Santas, the world’s largest organizat...

ThermApparel was a vendor at Costume-Con 42, the ultimate event for costume lovers, a four-day extravaganza bursting with creativity, camaraderie, and some friendly competition! This internationally renowned convention brings together passionate folks from all over North America. Its ev...

Why is advice about the heat so bad? When heat kills more people than all other weather deaths combined.  Whenever we get a heat wave or a heat dome over somewhere in the US, you can recite the advice while asleep: Don't go outside between 10 a....

ThermApparel is a proud manufacturer of lightweight cooling products that work. Our products utilize Phase Change Material(PCM) that freezes between 66F and 70F(19-21C) to help keep your body cool and comfortable for long periods. One of the Coolest (pun intended) parts of using PCM is that, unli...

With summer predicted to bring unprecedented heat waves, it's crucial to keep an eye on local temperatures. The EPA states that heat causes more deaths in the US than hurricanes, tornadoes, and floods combined. Many of these deaths can be prevented with the right information and resources. Us...

With a new summer season comes new cooling solutions.  One thing we have heard from some customers is wishing they didn't have straps to make it easier to get the cooling on.  This reduces the stability of the cooling garment against your body but for many people that's not a problem.  We develo...

Stay Cool and Safe: How to Use the CDC’s HeatRisk Dashboard to Track Heat Risks in Your Neighborhood As summer 2024 promises to bring record-breaking heat waves, it's crucial to stay informed about the daily temperatures in your community. Heat is the leading cause of weather-related deaths in the...