Staying warm for cold weather bassin.

[Fishes in trees]

Lots of good suggestions here.    I've got to say, should it be less than 40 degrees, I ain't going.  When I fish tournaments  (as a co-angler) I have several pairs of gloves, mittens.  I like neoprene or something wind proof for running down the lake, and fleece or rag wool fingerless gloves to fish in.  Carry an extra pair.  Wet rag wool gloves will keep your hand kind of warm, dry ones will keep your hands warmer.

Goggles or one of those save phace masks are nice.  Since I got one, I won't fish a cool weather tournament without a face mask.  Make sure it fits snug.  If it is loose, and you are running at 50+ mph and you turn your head wrong, wind will rip it right off your face.  I know this.

I've tried the Sorel Pac boots.  I'm not a big fan of them because I can't move real well in them. Liner socks under heavy wool socks are nearly as warm, and if you are certain it is going to rain, rubber overshoes are a good idea.

I like the thicker polar fleece long underwear compared to the thinner under armour stuff.

I know gore-tex is expensive, but the question quickly becomes:  How much is my health and comfort worth?   Running fast in cold weather can make you sick if you're not dressed and prepared for it.  If you skimp on gear and then miss a couple of days work/ or under perform at work because you're sick, then that's on you.

I'm a big fan of the Cabelas  Guide Wear.  I prefer it to the Bass Pro 100 MPH suit mostly because it isn't covered with logos.

Get yourself a set of Frog Toggs.  Even in May and June it can get chilly in the morning.  Frog Toggs totally cut the wind, and they are easy to stuff into a bin once the weather cooperated later on in the day.

[Grant Williams]

Nothing against UA but this stuff worked better for me. Tops and bottoms, there great! This will come in handy at Guntersville. http://www.ibexwear.com/shop/product/1290/9451/mens-woolies-crew

[RandySBreth]

I fish year-round from Bass Boats, canoes, and wade fishing, so I have gear to cover almost any normal fishing condition. From a boat, the worst conditions you'll face is the wind when your are running from spot to spot in the boat, and if you do "get on them" wet hands from landing fish. I like wind-proof stuff from Cabelas or Bass Pro (currently Bass Pro ) for my outerwear, water-proof boots (L.L.Bean type rubber bottom Pacs), and heavy-duty gloves like these for when I'm not fishing.

Gotta keep the digits warm.

Throw some hand warmers in your bag like other folks said. I like fleece tops and bottoms, and thin layers are better than bulky ones as you can adjust how warm you are easier by taking a layer or two off as you need to. A towel to dry your hands off is a great idea, too.