Riding in the heat - cool the neck!

07-02-2011, 10:38 AM

Check out this article about new insights into tolerating heat effectively...bottom line is:

"The experiments in question began several years ago, when researchers at Roehampton University in London found that healthy young men could cover significantly more distance during a timed run on treadmills in a hot laboratory if they supplemented their workout gear with an ice-cold strap-on neck collar. The collar, lined with flexible artificial-ice packs, noticeably lowered the skin temperature on the men’s necks"

How do you accomplish this? I guess a cooling collar. like this.

RB

**Valker** · 07-02-2011, 10:50 AM

I fill a bandana diagonally with ice cubes, roll it up, and wrap it around my neck. If I use quite a bit of ice (a McDonald's 32 oz cup full) it will still have some ice left after 2 hours in 100* heat.
BTW-I special order 27" bandanas.

DasRonin · 07-02-2011, 12:30 PM

I use one of these.

http://www.uline.com/BL_8984/Cooling...FdcN2godJllPbQ

Joe Rocket used to sell them with their logo to go with their mesh Ballistic jackets.

**Texas T** · 07-02-2011, 03:30 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Red Brown

Check out this article about new insights into tolerating heat effectively.

The article indicates that it is basically fooling the brain into thinking the body is cooler than it really is; this is dangerous if your body core temp gets into unsafe territory without you realizing it.

That said, I can't think of much that feels better riding on a hot day than a cold wrap around the neck.

Hemibee · 07-02-2011, 04:16 PM

I've used a cool wrap from Academy for years at work back in my plant days. Been about 10 years since I used it but it was well worth the couple dollars I spent on it.

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07-02-2011, 04:16 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Texas T

The article indicates that it is basically fooling the brain into thinking the body is cooler than it really is; this is dangerous if your body core temp gets into unsafe territory without you realizing it.

That said, I can't think of much that feels better riding on a hot day than a cold wrap around the neck.

The neck wrap in conjunction with a moist cooling riding vest is the cat's meow.

Stay Kewel,

RB

tshelfer · 07-02-2011, 06:54 PM

Man, that sounds good. Redpill & I did a nice 240 mile loop in east Texas this morning, and I feel like Texas Toast this afternoon!

Manfred · 07-02-2011, 08:22 PM

I won a phase change vest in a magazine sweepstakes and wore it for the first time last week. It keeps your abdomen cool, providing secondary cooling to where ever your blood gets pumped.

The popsicles freeze in about 20 minutes at around 60 degrees and last 2 - 4 hours. I have a collapsible cooler I keep the vest in - with a block of blue ice - stuck in my trunk, when I start out on a day-ride. After lunch, I can pull it out and it's still frozen and works great.

LeighAnderson · 07-02-2011, 09:18 PM

A cammelback filled with ice does wonders. You have a constant sip of icewater.

We also drench ourselves with water (inside the riding jacket) every fuel stop. Gives about 1/2 hour of air conditioning.

We road back to Houston from Arkansas recently in 105 degree heat. We felt it, but survived OK.

BlueStreak · 07-08-2011, 07:49 AM

I've used a neck wrap for years, but rather than buying a commercial one I just cut a lenght of artificial chamois the proper width and length to wrap around my neck a couple of times.

This does more than just "fool" the brain. It actually cools the blood going through the carotid, which is carried through to the brain and body. I'd be careful about overdoing it though. I'm not sure using ice is a good idea.

**tricepilot** · 07-08-2011, 07:57 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Manfred

The popsicles freeze in about 20 minutes at around 60 degrees and last 2 - 4 hours. I have a collapsible cooler I keep the vest in - with a block of blue ice - stuck in my trunk, when I start out on a day-ride. After lunch, I can pull it out and it's still frozen and works great.

Use dry ice instead of blue ice next time and people will think you have a steam powered motorcycle

**Texas T** · 07-08-2011, 08:53 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Red Brown

How do you accomplish this? I guess a cooling collar. like this.

After some discussion with the owner I bought their twin pack/bag system. I'll be testing it on my long trip at the end of the month.

achesley · 07-09-2011, 08:10 AM

Well, I just ordered one of those Black Ice things. I have a few Coozies I use but they don't last long at highway speeds in 100+ weather. I was swapping them out every 40 miles. They are kinda like a chamos that you used to dry cars with.

Rexter · 07-09-2011, 08:24 PM

anyone have any experience with one of these items?

http://www.veskimo.com/personal-cool...t-systems.html

Manfred · 07-09-2011, 08:26 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by tricepilot

Use dry ice instead of blue ice next time and people will think you have a steam powered motorcycle

That's a wonderful idea! I like the twisted way you think.

**cdc** · 07-10-2011, 12:08 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Red Brown

Check out this article about new insights into tolerating heat effectively...bottom line is:

"The experiments in question began several years ago, when researchers at Roehampton University in London found that healthy young men could cover significantly more distance during a timed run on treadmills in a hot laboratory if they supplemented their workout gear with an ice-cold strap-on neck collar. The collar, lined with flexible artificial-ice packs, noticeably lowered the skin temperature on the men’s necks"

How do you accomplish this? I guess a cooling collar. like this.

RB

OK I ordered one... we will see!
Thanks for the info Federico!

Tesla · 07-10-2011, 10:15 AM

Any feedback on these? Will the Ultra Cooler store more than 1 collar? This would be necessary with 2-up riding.

07-10-2011, 11:53 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by achesley

Well, I just ordered one of those Black Ice things.

Perhaps with CDC (Camilo), you guys could do a product review? Maybe even secure a group buy with the owner of the invention?

I hope it works out for you!

RB

Tesla · 07-13-2011, 07:22 PM

Got mine today and promptly put them in the freezer. Will give a review when I test them.

The issue that I'll have is when the wife and I are on a road trip and packed with overfilled bags, how we can also carry a bag of ice water for recharging.

**cdc** · 07-13-2011, 10:36 PM

I also got mine today...
Will test it this weekend mowing the grass.... I am starting to convince myself that Fred's recommendation will be great!

07-02-2011, 10:38 AM	#1
Red Brown Guest Posts: n/a	Riding in the heat - cool the neck! Check out this article about new insights into tolerating heat effectively...bottom line is: "The experiments in question began several years ago, when researchers at Roehampton University in London found that healthy young men could cover significantly more distance during a timed run on treadmills in a hot laboratory if they supplemented their workout gear with an ice-cold strap-on neck collar. The collar, lined with flexible artificial-ice packs, noticeably lowered the skin temperature on the men’s necks" How do you accomplish this? I guess a cooling collar. like this. RB

07-02-2011, 10:50 AM	#2
Valker Forum Supporter Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Pampa Posts: 2,035	Re: Riding in the heat - cool the neck! I fill a bandana diagonally with ice cubes, roll it up, and wrap it around my neck. If I use quite a bit of ice (a McDonald's 32 oz cup full) it will still have some ice left after 2 hours in 100* heat. BTW-I special order 27" bandanas. __________________ "Democracy is two wolves and a lamb voting on what to have for lunch. Liberty is a well-armed lamb contesting the vote!" Ben Franklin Eric West Pampa, TX

07-02-2011, 12:30 PM	#3
DasRonin Join Date: May 2008 Location: Fort Worth Posts: 112	Re: Riding in the heat - cool the neck! I use one of these. http://www.uline.com/BL_8984/Cooling...FdcN2godJllPbQ Joe Rocket used to sell them with their logo to go with their mesh Ballistic jackets. __________________ 1995 BMW R1100RA, 2003 Buell XB9S, 2008 BMW R1200R Der Weg ist das Ziel! Gott weiß ich will kein Engel sein!

07-02-2011, 04:16 PM	#5
Hemibee Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Panorama Village Posts: 10,073	I've used a cool wrap from Academy for years at work back in my plant days. Been about 10 years since I used it but it was well worth the couple dollars I spent on it. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk __________________ Tony *You're just jealous because the voices only talk to me.* 2004 KTM 450 EXC 2001 Triumph Tiger - "Black Betty" Texas Courthouses Photographed *"Male menopause is a lot more fun than female menopause. With female menopause you gain weight and get hot flashes. Male menopause - you get to date young girls and drive motorcycles."* John Wayne

07-02-2011, 06:54 PM	#7
tshelfer Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Arlington Posts: 4,929	Re: Riding in the heat - cool the neck! Man, that sounds good. Redpill & I did a nice 240 mile loop in east Texas this morning, and I feel like Texas Toast this afternoon! __________________ Tim in Arlington '05 Suzuki V-Strom 650 Preach the gospel. And if necessary, use words - Francis of Assisi

07-02-2011, 08:22 PM	#8
Manfred Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: the swamp known as Houston Posts: 2,960	Re: Riding in the heat - cool the neck! I won a phase change vest in a magazine sweepstakes and wore it for the first time last week. It keeps your abdomen cool, providing secondary cooling to where ever your blood gets pumped. The popsicles freeze in about 20 minutes at around 60 degrees and last 2 - 4 hours. I have a collapsible cooler I keep the vest in - with a block of blue ice - stuck in my trunk, when I start out on a day-ride. After lunch, I can pull it out and it's still frozen and works great. __________________ 1987 BMW R80RT - "Lucy!" 1980 Yamaha XS850SG - "Piglet" (Sold) http://defendingcontending.com/ There is therefore now no condemnation to them which are in Christ Jesus. (Romans 8:1)

07-02-2011, 09:18 PM	#9
LeighAnderson Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Houston, Upper Kirby District Posts: 25	Re: Riding in the heat - cool the neck! A cammelback filled with ice does wonders. You have a constant sip of icewater. We also drench ourselves with water (inside the riding jacket) every fuel stop. Gives about 1/2 hour of air conditioning. We road back to Houston from Arkansas recently in 105 degree heat. We felt it, but survived OK.

07-08-2011, 07:49 AM	#10
BlueStreak Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Fairfax, Virginia Posts: 522	Re: Riding in the heat - cool the neck! I've used a neck wrap for years, but rather than buying a commercial one I just cut a lenght of artificial chamois the proper width and length to wrap around my neck a couple of times. This does more than just "fool" the brain. It actually cools the blood going through the carotid, which is carried through to the brain and body. I'd be careful about overdoing it though. I'm not sure using ice is a good idea. __________________ 2007 Bandit 1250 SA, "Blue Streak II"

07-09-2011, 08:10 AM	#13
achesley Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Jennings,La. Posts: 3,605	Re: Riding in the heat - cool the neck! Well, I just ordered one of those Black Ice things. I have a few Coozies I use but they don't last long at highway speeds in 100+ weather. I was swapping them out every 40 miles. They are kinda like a chamos that you used to dry cars with. __________________ an '00 KLR650, an '07 Bandit 1250S, an '03 5.3L Chevy truck and a '43 type Andrus Chesley Simper Fi

07-09-2011, 08:24 PM	#14
Rexter Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: College Station Posts: 419	Re: Riding in the heat - cool the neck! anyone have any experience with one of these items? http://www.veskimo.com/personal-cool...t-systems.html

07-10-2011, 10:15 AM	#17
Tesla Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: DFW (Garland), TX Posts: 284	Re: Riding in the heat - cool the neck! Any feedback on these? Will the Ultra Cooler store more than 1 collar? This would be necessary with 2-up riding. __________________ Barry

07-13-2011, 07:22 PM	#19
Tesla Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: DFW (Garland), TX Posts: 284	Re: Riding in the heat - cool the neck! Got mine today and promptly put them in the freezer. Will give a review when I test them. The issue that I'll have is when the wife and I are on a road trip and packed with overfilled bags, how we can also carry a bag of ice water for recharging. __________________ Barry

07-13-2011, 10:36 PM	#20
cdc Registered Lurker Forum Supporter Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Katy, TX Posts: 1,422	Re: Riding in the heat - cool the neck! I also got mine today... Will test it this weekend mowing the grass.... I am starting to convince myself that Fred's recommendation will be great! __________________ Camilo D. kah-MEE-lo ⓒⓓⓒ '13 BMW K1600GT (Apr 5/13) '12 BMW K1600GT (Gone Nov. 16/12): http://www.twtex.com/forums/showthread.php?t=79324 '06 FJR 1300AE - For Sale: http://www.twtex.com/forums/showthread.php?t=76884

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