Does the mouth breathing part freeze, making it hard to breath, in cold weather?
143552
I've never had this happen, and I've used it at temperatures below zero. But, I suppose it depends. If you're using it in the Arctic or Antarctic, then it probably would freeze some what. I bet if you're not out too long it would work at temperatures around -10C to -15C for a long time. Colder than that, and it might begin to freeze over a bit. I would check out the manufacturer's specifications and make sure that whatever temperature you plan to use it in is within the spec range.
143553
I have never had any problems like that. If anything you might develop a little bit on condensation but your breath will keep it warm or at least above freezing. I used this while commuting to work and back on my bicycle and all I noticed was a small amount of air restriction from the mesh itself and hardly any condensation.
143554
Most definitely! I used it every day during the last 2 winter and it continuously froze up on me. It only occured during moments of HEAVY labor in 10*F
2030465
We are in Tucson, AZ so we can't answer your question about the cold. It is water resistant.
10833
Yes. It is very cold, I like to use a pillow case. They also sell covers for the packs.
2241503
No problem so far although I have not used it in really cold weather, My only problem with the mask has been it does not accommodate glasses I had to poke small holes to put glasses through which lead to very minor air leak. Overall like the mask. Use it outside for severe allergies.
740551
Goodness! Guess that depends on how cold it is outside. It only gets "lukewarm feeling" when my hands are freezing. When the weather is not freezing or below freezing, it doesn't kick on. For instance, if it's 40degs. the water does not warm.
1873815
It takes just a few seconds longer to warm up when cold. The battery could also have a shorter lifespan in extreme cold as well, but generally speaking I had no functionality problems near 0 deg F.
1317390
Cynthia, I honestly don't know. Temperatures here can reach well below zero and I haven't had any issues with real cold temps. My guess if water did get on the compressor and found a way into the compressor itself, cold temps may have frozen and expanded some components causing it to fail. Similiar to a cracked engine block of a motor boat that wasn't winterized properly. Again, only a guess as my unit thankfully continues to operate without issues.
1930793
In addition to the other suggestions, stand the unit upright in a climate controlled environment (72F+) for about an hour. This will address cold weather and over priming/choke related issues.
731346
No. Not really. It's cold here about 6 months out of the year. Never had any issues. I've only changed the batteries twice in about 14 months as well. Gets to maybe -20 on the coldest days. Mine are mounted under my porch without the outside shell however. Maybe different results while using protective case.
1850578
Not at all! I did find that I needed to run WARM water over it before I sat on it thought - otherwise really COLD!
1217124
The cold I can speak too, but the snow only to a certain degree... The unit has managed fine in sub zero temps, and due to the completely insane weather in the NE this winter it has managed well during temperature swings of 40+ degrees on a day to day basis.We've only gotten a maximum of about 6 to 8 inches of snow and its handled that fine. The slope of the lid helps a bit as well. Not sure about 2 feet...
1567586
It does suck in when I breathe in through my mouth. Got slightly warm. Depends on your environment too-- too hot and it may be not as comfy.
575842
Yes the nose area is open but I experiance no cold air because the opening is very narrow & the mask is designed to cover the sides of your nose. I'm outside for 8hrs at a time 20 degree weather. works for me.
1528783
my daughter uses it cold. It stays cold for about a hour. As for freezing it never got stiff, it always stayed pliable. The ability to strap it on to her body and she can keep moving around with out if falling or leaking it great.
1429268
It works very well. The insulated hose buys you time before it freezes. However, if it gets very cold, you can simply blow into the hose when you're done drinking, so that the water in the hose (especially the mouth piece) will not freeze.
808388
I have not used in freezing temperatures. Heated waterer is best, they have one similar to this. This is the best waterer for regular use.
1734927
Mine doesn't feel real warm, but it never froze all last winter and I live in Iowa where it can get quite cold.