<p>I read that the checkpoints are going to be very strict and that you shouldn’t have anything larger than a sandwhich with you (food or otherwise).</p>
<p>I would bring anti-bacterial handiwipes…there may be very poor sanitary conditions in whatever facilities you find to use. And tissues, in case there is no tp.</p>
<p>Have a great time!</p>
<p>Do what they do in the airport. Anything you need, put in a clear plastic ziplock bag. And take as little as possible. No thermoses, backpacks or coolers will be permitted. No folding chairs. You might considering bringing a small waterproofed piece of material for each of you, just big enough to sit on if the ground is wet.</p>
<p>I like sorel boots, too. I wear them with a very thin liner sock (just a smooth, light synthetic ankle sock) under really thick wool socks. This combo kept my feet warm and dry during our snow days, and I walked to the store in them several times (about 4 miles round trip) and found them perfectly comfortable for walking.</p>
<p>I wear a Turtle fur windproof ear warmer along with a knit hat- when I get too warm I can take the hat off, but the earwarmer is good for protection against wind.
I don’t like silk long underwear cause some brands don’t last long- I get either patagonia or REI mid to light weight- you really don’t need more than that.</p>
<p>I have Northface snow boots- they have some cute styles out but you don’t really need them- if you don’t get snow.
oh hey! You are from Texas- get some nice Ariat cowboy boots that are large enough to wear wool socks with. They are made for working- and will still keep your feet dry ( especially if you waterproof more) and having a leather boot up to your knee will keep you legs warm. Plus they are very comfortable and have good soles for walking ( in all but ice), I use Superfeet insoles as well in mine.</p>
<p>I also carry a down vest- it adds a lot of warmth & can pack down in a small size- and along with the ear warmer- I always have a neck gaiter or maybe two so one is around my neck and one over my face.</p>
<p>Turtle fur!! That must be really rare - and expensive.</p>
<p>I’m a terrible wimp in the cold - it was about 50 degrees for our Christmas parade and 5 layers didn’t keep me warm.</p>
<p>well standing in one place is significantly chillier & if you are sitting on metal bleachers, that can make you cold.
But yes-50 deg and FIVE layers? 
( have you been to Seattle in the summer? we go swimming in the lake @ 50- we have to, that might be as warm as it gets 
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<p>Cartera, it must be really popular here in Seattle 
- H has a Turtle Fur hat which cost 3 bucks at a spoting goods store.</p>
<p>Question to the knowlegeable: would a young female wear Sorel boots in Boston? She has acquired the infamous uggs, but feels that they would turn into mush!</p>
<p>They had big tents with tables - you put your bag on the table and they rifled through it. They had lots of tables and multiple lines. They also wanded people. I agree though - take as little as possible and check online exactly what will and won’t be allowed.</p>
<p>pmk - Thanks for starting this thread. D2 and I are planning to be there too, just 2 of the unticketed millions. Here is what I have seen re: security - [Inauguration</a> Day Screening On The Mall Will Not Be Traditional](<a href=“http://m.wusa9.com/news.jsp?key=152689&rc=dc]Inauguration”>http://m.wusa9.com/news.jsp?key=152689&rc=dc). It sounds like the strict security is for the ticketed areas, not the mall and parade route. Still, we plan to carry as little as possible.</p>
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<p>BunsenBurner, it seems that no one under 25 wears anything other than Uggs here in Michigan during winter, so those will be fine for your daughter in Boston. Spray with waterproofer twice before she wears them, then repeat the spraying every week or so. This was the advice I got from the shoe repair guy when I brought in my younger daughter’s horribly salt stained Uggs for a makeover. He said prevention is the best cure.</p>
<p>BunsenBurner - I think Sorels would be a good choice - but I am an avid Ugg hater - especially when worn with mini skirts. </p>
<p>I consulted the Manola shoe blog (not affiliated with the like-named shoes) - the humorous place for shoe fashion advice, and La Canadiennes were the answer to the question pasted below, but they are pricier than Sorels. The Manolo puts Crocs, Uggs and Birkenstocks in the “Gallery of Horrors.” </p>
<p>Dearest Manolo!</p>
<p>I hope you are well - I’ve been enjoying your column for a while now, and I think you are The Fabulousness.</p>
<p>I have two unique shoe issues. One is that I recently relocated to Boston, and the girls here still think it is ok to wear Uggs. No. Not happening. Boston is heading into the winter season, and I know I will need something other than my cute tall boots from Maestro Fluevog and the very excellent wedge heel Born boot. Something waterproof and warm yet stylish, and able to manage hurdles like “snow drifts” and “cobblestone” and “everyone here is 18 and I feel a million years old”. Am I stuck with fishmongerette boots from LL Bean?</p>
<p>I live in MD (about 1/2 hour from DC line) and the couldn’t even begin to tell you what the weather could or won’t be like on the 20th. I can tell you that the whole event is a hot topic here on our local news stations. Go to [Washington</a> DC - Local News, Weather, Traffic, Entertainment, Events, Breaking News | NBC Washington](<a href=“http://www.nbc4.com%5DWashington”>http://www.nbc4.com) which is my favorite local station and hopefully as it gets closer, they will have an accurate forecast for you.
We do have season tickets to Univ of MD games and by the time November rolls around it is cold. The best advise I can give you is to layer clothing. The last game it got down to the 20’s and very windy. I wore my Uggs with socks, heavy pants with long johns, 2 sweaters and my coat. I also had my hat, ear muffs and gloves. Add a wrapped blanket and I was good to go.
I have heard on the news that security is going to be very tight and you don’t want to bring anything by chance on the not approved list. Aside from dressing warmly, the other major issue here will be the traffic. On a ‘normal’ day traffic in this area is horrific, add a special event and it will be worse. And if there is any ‘bad’ weather it could come to a complete stand still. Keep that in mind while you are planning your activities. The metro is good, but they have already closed parking to some of the ones in this area and made them for bus parking only. Good luck and if you need any additional information, let me know.</p>
<p>I have new Merrell snow boots that I love. They are waterproof, warm, fairly cute, not too heavy and very comfortable to walk in. I wear them with wool socks and have been walking in temps as low as 14 without getting cold.</p>
<p>Bunsenburner:</p>
<p>I wear Sorels. I’ve seen all kinds of footwear in Boston winters, including flip-flops (S’s CA roommate spent one winter in flip-flops and shorts and the next winter all dressed up). Uggs were popular a couple of winters ago, but I think they are losing ground a bit.l The important thing is waterproofing. Worse than walking in snow is walking in water or sludge after the snow melts.</p>
<p>S, who is skinny but does not seem to need many layers to keep warm, often goes around in a T-shirt over which he throws one of the windproof jackets that can be bought from Land’s End or LL Bean. If the weather is about 30 deg, he’s ll put a windbreaker over it. It needs to be really really cold for him to wear his parka.</p>
<p>Many thanks to all for great suggestions! DD says at her school girls do not care too much about fads and fancy looks, but I doubt she would be thrilled with the “fishmongerette boots”. I checked the La Canadienne boots - :eek: great looking boots, but they cost twice as much as the infamous Uggs (and I think Uggs are way overpriced)! So she will have to tough it out with her “bargain” half-priced Uggs (at least they are leather, not suede).</p>
<p>I hope this boot discussion was helpful to the OP, too. Kate, sorry for taking over your thread.</p>
<p>BB - yes those boots are pricey - the Sorels are a better deal and there are styles for less than $100.00. At least the Uggs aren’t the classic suede - those were never meant to be worn in snow and rain. The Uggs that don’t look like bedroom slippers are very pricey too.</p>
<p>Don’t apologize, BB, I’m following right along.</p>
<p>Tonight we went to the local sports store and totally lucked out on a pair of boots for my son. Way in the back, past all the camo boots, there was a shelf of “seasonal boots” on sale. He got no-name, comfortable, waterproof, black snow boots. They are perfect and they cost 20 bucks.</p>
<p>I’ve decided to go with a pair of husband’s hiking boots. They are lightweight but lined for cold weather wear, waterproof (gore tex?) and with two pairs of wool socks on, they fit well. I took a walk in them and was very comfortable. </p>
<p>I must admit to still feeling somewhat skeptical that leather boots and fleece can be waterproof. My instinct is to wrap us both in layer upon layer of wool with rubber boots lined with, what else, wool! But I’m taking a chance on these new, much lighter weight fabrics because I know they do work. Old habits die hard, I suppose. </p>
<p>Thank you all again so much. I feel so much more confident. Now I can go back to just feeling really lucky I am able to do this with my kid. We don’t have tickets, but our sublet is just two blocks from the mall, so we’ll try to see as much as we can. It’s going to be great.</p>