Thread: Good independent / boutique clothing brands?

So it's time for some new ski threads. Just as with the backpacking gear I buy, I'd like to spend my $ with an independent company rather than a corporate giant. But I'm not familiar with who is making quality indie ski wear. Would like to avoid a company with tons of debate as to their quality (i.e. the 333 skis debacle)

Any recommendations? Internet-only is fine with me.

gracias in advance

They're indy but bigger than i think the little indy you might be looking for, but they've had a few years to work it out and I think this years product is bang on...plus their warranty, customer service, exclusive use of eVent and fact they are 100% made in Canada (for now) = Westcomb.

Thanks Johnny - I think they've got what I need! Much appreciated!

flylow?.......................

Originally Posted by calisnow

Thanks Johnny - I think they've got what I need! Much appreciated!

you mean i've got

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No question, Flylow. Out of colorado, they specialize in BC style clothing. Great guys too.

I'll throw www.trewgear.com out there too. Based in Hood River, made in Vancouver BC.

Thanks Seatown - time for a jacket only, unfortunately.

And thanks you guys for the flylow and trew mentions. Gonna check them out as well. Good options.

Beyond?

www.beyondclothing.com

Originally Posted by Hollywood

No question, Flylow. Out of colorado, they specialize in BC style clothing. Great guys too.

Based out of Colorado, but manufactured in China. Great quality stuff, however.

Prada...

Originally Posted by Hugh Conway

Prada...

too freakin funny.

Burgess Custom is popular here in JH. I know the gal in charge and she is a super cool. Her clothes are really nice.

Made in USA.

Originally Posted by hop

I'll throw www.trewgear.com out there too. Based in Hood River, made in Vancouver BC.

Their stuff is expensive, but looks top notch and burly

Westcomb. E-vent, made in North America, freeride AND backcountry styles available. PM me for pro deal info...

I like the idea of that Burgess custom as I never find the combination of gaudy green and quality build that I am looking for. Do these guys do a good job?

Prestige Clothing, of course.

Flylow for sure

Integral Designs was recently purchased by Rab, so ID is not as small and cozy as it once was. Rab says that ID stuff will continue to be made in Canada. Neither ID nor Rab is ski specific, but they make the highest quality and best designed mountaineering garments I've seen.

www.outaware.com

www.sagaouterwear.com, the best out. Waterproof and well made. The Large size is the best cut ever, and the not so bright colors are awesome.

Trew is cool, techy fabrics and features with loose comfy cuts, definitely good if you want to wear pads underneath.

Originally Posted by seanpistol

www.sagaouterwear.com, the best out. Waterproof and well made. The Large size is the best cut ever, and the not so bright colors are awesome.

To each their own

Originally Posted by seanpistol

www.sagaouterwear.com, the best out. Waterproof and well made. The Large size is the best cut ever,

That makes no sense to me. What does it mean?

Originally Posted by tief schnee

That makes no sense to me. What does it mean?

The medium is tiny. The XL is massive. The large is conservative, slim but longer.