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09-22-2017, 06:00 PM #1
New Hardshell?
My decade old Mountain Hardwear Paclite shell just gave up the ghost. What's a good lightweight pure hardshell with solid waterproofing/breathability for layering? Preferably like the old Mountain hardwear fit (long torso, regular arms)?
I'm thinking something eVent, but I'm out of gear buying as I've been busy managing my 2 hellions while I'm not working
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09-22-2017, 06:45 PM #2
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09-22-2017, 11:07 PM #3Registered User
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If you want to stay with Paclite, REI has Mammut Wenaha or Marmot minimalist. Both can be found below 200 bucks.
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09-22-2017, 11:21 PM #4
I have a LG mammut convey NWT I'll sell for 150 shipped. PM if interested
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09-22-2017, 11:30 PM #5
As a long-torsoed person, I've like the stuff from Dakine. Not sure if they have what you're looking for in a shell, or if you like their style, it worth checking out. I have a jacket that is the same or similar to this one: https://www.dakine.com/en-us/sport/s...ridian-jacket/
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09-23-2017, 12:04 AM #6
I'd highly recommend a Polartec Neoshell based jacket. There's several brands that sell them I believe (FlyLow, Freeride Systems, Trew, Strafe, Westcomb). I have an EMS one from years past that I love.
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09-23-2017, 02:16 AM #7Registered User
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I love my Norrøna Lofoten gear. I'm fairly evenly build and the jacket is pretty long, so that could work for you. But as always, I think everybody should try before they buy
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09-23-2017, 05:53 AM #8Registered User
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09-24-2017, 05:20 PM #9
must say gtx pro far exceeded my expectations with very little need to vent.
My Super Alpine jacket from patagucci is cut long and the selves are long enough with a tapered fit. The hood is bomber and fits any helmet but it took some practise to tweak it just right,
If you like to max out the life of a jacket consider any gtx pro jacket from patagucci due to the bomber warranty and how well it works. I wish the fit was more like the Triolet but that's a small concern.
Good luck
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09-25-2017, 08:55 AM #10Registered User
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the last arcterxy beta lasted >15yrs but its pretty done cuffs are frayed not very water proof so i bought another one, they seem to be a little fuller cut than the original
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09-25-2017, 09:04 AM #11
Just found an Arcteryx Zeta AR at the outlet store here in Colorado. Has been a killer shell this summer for hiking/backpacking. But agreed the Beta is a great shell as well but it really depends on your activity. If you are doing a lot of backpacking and carrying weight you might want a shell that is a little beefier in the shoulders. So that would preclude pretty much any of the "Lt" versions.
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09-25-2017, 01:59 PM #12Registered User
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Kenny - How has the super alpine treated you? I got one a couple years ago, I was looking for a bomber shell for back country & storm days. To date it's fine for back country but the water proofing has been pretty poor for our wet snow storm days. Thinking the one I got may have just been sub par.
Like I told my last wife, I never drive faster than I can see, besides it's all in the reflexes.
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09-25-2017, 02:12 PM #13
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09-25-2017, 05:08 PM #14
I love my Dynafit Patrol but it's longer arms / shorter torso. Nothing has beat my old MHW paclite shell though.
BD makes some nice light shells nowadays though they can be hard to find depending on where you live.
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09-25-2017, 05:21 PM #15Registered User
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https://www.steepandcheap.com/mammut...E6MTpNYW1tdXQ=
3 seasons of bush wacking, holding great. Trim fit me 6' 165, size large fits with puffy. On sale for under $400.
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09-26-2017, 10:43 AM #16
Gtx pro is softshell though, right? Need hard for layering/density and winter hiking as sometimes need a bomb shelter that's more protective and less breathable for putting down on under. In the whites where I've hit wind-chill of -50 before. Not much multi day backpacking as I'm a pansy who likes a real bed.
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11-11-2017, 09:52 AM #18
New Hardshell?
Anyone ski with a Patagonia Triolet shell? Do you recommend it? Should I size up to make sure I can get some layers under there?
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11-11-2017, 09:54 AM #19
Patagonia Powderbowl, I have a 10 year old version that is still bomber and my every day jacket. I have a newer version that is much lighter material, longer torso cut for sure, that I used as for touring.
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11-11-2017, 10:36 AM #20
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11-11-2017, 10:41 AM #21Registered User
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You need to give the Freeride Systems jacket a look. Best basic shell I've owned. Micol gives a mag discount.
http://www.freeridesystems.com/products
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11-11-2017, 11:26 AM #22
I have. Excellent product. Am definitely considering one.
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11-11-2017, 11:40 AM #23
Hardshells haven't been holding up for me in recent years. I've had bubbling membranes and failing welds from a variety of brands (Patagonia, Marmot, Arcteryx, Flylow, OR, Westcomb). Several companies have good warranties, but I'm sticking with Patagonia now so I can walk into a store with a failing jacket and walk out with a new one.
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11-17-2017, 09:08 PM #24
New Hardshell?
How do DryQ Core, Dryvent and H2O stack up vs GoreTex, Neo and Event, for resort skiing in a dry climate? Are they complete shit for wind and water protection?
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11-18-2017, 07:50 AM #25
Water protection in a dry climate?
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