The "right" length for a kilt...

[Rex_Tremende]

When we get snow storms here in Ohio, USA, and I have to dig my way out of the driveway, I prefer a kilt over jeans. The kilt keeps me warmer and gives me more freedom of movement. The knees are exposed, but not cold. I don't think you need winter length and summer length kilts. Just get the right length for you.

Regards,
Rex.

[robthehiker]

When we get snow storms here in Ohio, USA, and I have to dig my way out of the driveway, I prefer a kilt over jeans. The kilt keeps me warmer and gives me more freedom of movement. The knees are exposed, but not cold. I don't think you need winter length and summer length kilts. Just get the right length for you.

Regards,
Rex.

If it's not too windy and not crazy cold I often shovel wearing shorts. The neighbours think I'm weird but I'm ok with that.

[Carolina Kiltman]

If it's not too windy and not crazy cold I often shovel wearing shorts. The neighbours think I'm weird but I'm ok with that.

When I was a wee laddie in Ireland, we wore shorts and knee hose (both wool) in the winter whenever we were engaged in sports (usually football/soccer). I think the thing is that when moving the knee joint gets both a copious blood supply, and the very motion generates heat. I too prefer a kilt to trousers in the winter (and summer too). Of course here in Eastern NC, the winters are generally quite mild. (The rest of my arthritic self appreciates that!)