Usually it is the fingers that suffer most from the cold, not the plane.
Quite likely, you'll need to adjust the needles for the different conditions.
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Another big concern is safety. During the winter, you are more likely to be at the field alone.
It is always a good idea to have someone there, who can drive you home or to the hospital. An injured person should not drive, even if it is relatively minor.