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10-25-2006, 12:05 PM #1
Low Bulk insulating mid-layer jackets
I'm looking for a *low bulk* insulated jacket (down, primaloft, etc.) that would work well as a mid layer between a polypro top and a shell on cold days. My typical ski ensemble consists of a base layer, thin windstopper fleece, and shell. While this combo works well on most days I freeze my little nads off when riding the lifts in sub ~20 degree temps. I need something warmer in the middle that won't restrict my immaculate skiing form.
So far the leading candidates are the Cloudveil Circuit jacket, Patagonia down sweater, and Mont Bell U.L. Down Inner Jacket. Anyone have experience with these jackets or have another jacket to throw out?
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10-25-2006, 12:22 PM #2
tnf redpoint jacket (primaloft)
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10-25-2006, 12:36 PM #3
I tried on a chocksotne jacket by sierra designs last week. I found it a little short in the arms- I'm 6'2". But it is a great weight- synthetic insulation too- a bonus for winter. I thinking about getting one.
http://www.sierradesigns.com/mens.display.php?id=663Ski Shop - Basement of the Hostel
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10-25-2006, 12:43 PM #4
Ditch the windstopper fleece - windstopper under a shell does nothing but compromise breathability.
Golite, Patagonia, Wild Things, Integral Designs, Mountain Hardwear, Mont Bell, Sierra Designs and even REI all make good Primaloft or Polarguard jackets. I'm partial to Golite, since you can find them for deep discounts quite often. They might be too warm for you, though, have you tried simply adding a light fleece or an insulated vest?
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10-25-2006, 01:02 PM #5
Thanks for the suggestions. The golite option is particularly interesting. I own a couple other golite tops that I'm happy with but I didn't know they made an insulated inner jacket.
I'm guessing that you are referring to the midnight sun down sweater: http://www.golite.com/products/NS_pr...?number=AM1422 Any word on when the next clearance sale will be at their Boulder warehouse?
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10-25-2006, 01:20 PM #6
I got a moonstone synthetic off of SAC a while back that is pretty nice and low profile (aside from the Big Bird color scheme). Moonstone should be pretty cheap right now too (no warranty though). STP had some of the jacket, whose name I cannot remember, as of a month ago.
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10-25-2006, 02:16 PM #7
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10-25-2006, 02:16 PM #8
i have a patagucci pull over polarguard sweater that is kick ass, real expensive (typical)
take a look at the lands end catalog they have a primaloft full zip for 60 or so bucks.
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10-25-2006, 02:22 PM #9pura vida
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Marmot DriClime jacket under a shell has kept me very warm. Might not be the best breathing jacket but for warmth it's been great.
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10-25-2006, 02:27 PM #10
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10-25-2006, 03:03 PM #11
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10-25-2006, 03:47 PM #12Quote:
Originally Posted by whorehey
tnf redpoint jacket (primaloft)
+1 This is what I use and it keeps me rediculously warm with just a tshirt under it and a shell over it.
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10-25-2006, 03:50 PM #13
patagonia down sweater, $165ish, 800 fill, compresses to nothing. I'l ordering one from tramdock in a few days
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10-25-2006, 06:32 PM #14
Or you could add a light synthetic vest like a Patagucci Puffball over your (non-Windstopper) fleece.
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10-25-2006, 07:11 PM #15
i'll give a vote for llbean's primaloft jacket - love mine:
http://www.llbean.com/webapp/wcs/sto...p&feat=7542-tn
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10-25-2006, 07:22 PM #16
+1 for the redpoint
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10-25-2006, 07:40 PM #17
Not the lowest bulk but the Mountain Hardwear Monkey Man jacket fits your description. Good breathability, warm and low weight. I also like the Marmot Driclime windshirt as a mid layer - especially if it is cold/windy.
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10-25-2006, 08:22 PM #18
Obermeyer make some nice thin but insulated jackets made to go under shells.
You can get one cheap from STP
http://www.sierratradingpost.com/Pro...x?baseNo=44652
or better
http://www.sierratradingpost.com/Pro...x?baseNo=44651
I used one every now and again last season, between my fleece and the shell, and it was fine.
...Remember, those who think Global Warming is Fake, also think that Adam & Eve were Real...
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10-25-2006, 09:00 PM #19
Marmot Dri-Clime Jacket
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Patagonia Micro-Puff pull-over
The Patagonia is warmer than the Marmot, but they both have a place in my heart as a layer or a shell. I haven't even looked at a fleece jacket since I got either. Breathable, warm, good windblockers.My dog did not bite your dog, your dog bit first, and I don't have a dog.
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10-25-2006, 10:56 PM #20
Another vote for the Marmot Dri-Clime. The list price is now $85? Used to think it was a deal at $99.
In the backcountry all I've needed are a capilene type skin layer + a Dri-Clime & another Dri-clime in the pack to layer on top for breaks or if it's a cold windy summit.
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10-26-2006, 01:11 PM #21Is it radix panax notoginseng? - splat
This is like hanging yourself but the rope breaks. - DTM
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10-26-2006, 01:13 PM #22
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10-26-2006, 01:26 PM #23
I just picked up one of these babies at STP and LOVE it...
http://www.sierratradingpost.com/pro...Jacket-For-Men
It's Thermolite. Awesome in the wind so far.
"Have fun, get a flyrod, and give the worm dunkers the finger when you start double hauling." ~Lumpy
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10-26-2006, 01:59 PM #24
^^^ I have the vest version of that jacket. Love it! I'll either use that or the already highly lauded, in this thread, Dryclim(ax)e jacket as my insulating layer.
Your dog just ate an avocado!
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10-26-2006, 05:36 PM #25
I recommend a down vest. Over the windstopper if it fits tightly, under it if it fits loosely. Lightweight, packs to nothing.
I disagree. This has been my ski setup for the last three seasons:
-T-shirt
-Beyond Fleece thin windstopper fleece jacket
-Hardshell
Breathability is overrated: one or two square inches of venting release more vapor than an entire Gore-Tex jacket. All wicking layers do is soak your insulation layers. They may make you more comfortable when sweating, but you shouldn't be sweating in the first place -- you should be venting or removing layers.
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