 Poster: A snowHead
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Ladies, I have a (VERY first world) problem, can you help me?!
Which of these two ski jackets would you choose...
Hyra: in Black WP: 10,000mm/H2O, MPV 5,000,
http://www.hyra.it/prodotti.asp?codArt=HLG0360&IdCat=746&App=737
Or Bench: In turquoise. WP: 5,000, MPV 5,000.
http://www.amazon.co.uk/Bench-Breaker-Jacket-T%C3%BCrkis-green/dp/B006IAWGSK?tag=amz07b-21
Trousers are purple or black
I was happy with the Hyra till I saw the Bench one, now I can't decide. Major dilemma, lol!! Can't really justify buying both- am stockpiling ski gear at this stage!! But want something warm and dry for Dec & Jan, I already have light ones for the springtime.
Opinions appreciated! 
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Obviously A snowHead isn't a real person
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Humpfknick, Looks-wise, I prefer the Hyra - I have a different one of theirs and really like it. Technically good, warm and dry, looks pretty good. I'd think of the Bench jacket as more of a fashion item than functional
HTH 
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Well, the person's real but it's just a made up name, see?
Well, the person's real but it's just a made up name, see?
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Bench us a fashion brand , and chav.
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Anyway, snowHeads is much more fun if you do.
Anyway, snowHeads is much more fun if you do.
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Hyra would be my choice easily. Will never go out of fashion. Flattering cut, black with a splash of colour means you can wear any ski trousers with it.
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Bench is so chav it's even chav over here . . .
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Filthyphil30k, I'm just comparing the quality of the two jackets- errr the Bench one has a glove clip that's like something off Barbie's ski jacket, lol!! OK common sense is restored and practicality prevails- I'll choose substance over style!! (If OH saw this discussion he'd think I'd lost my mind, lol!) I've never given this much thought to the colour of a ski jacket before. I must be excited
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Definitely prefer the first one. Who would want the word 'Bench' emblazoned across them in large type? To me a 'bench' is somewhere to sit.
I agree with Filthyphil30k, these so-called 'designer' brands who advertise themselves in large type on every garment are for people who want to the world to think they have enough money to afford 'designer' gear...
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I agree 100% queen bodecia, I can't bear kids cothes from Next for that very reason!! Honestly. Temporary insanity. Am also pocket obsessed, and the stupid double zip on the front of the Bench one is just an obstacle 
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snowHeads are a friendly bunch.
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Yes, the black one - great shape, love the contrasting colours. Don't like anything about the other one including the colour. Peacock blue suits peacocks.
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And love to help out and answer questions and of course, read each other's snow reports.
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If you are to learn one thing today, that thing should be NEVER WEAR BENCH.
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You know it makes sense.
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Hahahahaa Fergus, lesson learned. Also, never allow colour to influence your choice of ski gear! Now that the colour blindness has lifted, I can accept that there is no comparison between the two jackets. Bench me back bottom. Lol
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Otherwise you'll just go on seeing the one name:
Otherwise you'll just go on seeing the one name:
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OMG did that just change back bottom to back bottom?! AAAHAHAHAAHAA!! Omg that is hilarious!!
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Poster: A snowHead
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Ar5e??!! Is that really such a bad word! Ohhh funny. Another lesson learned today!!
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Obviously A snowHead isn't a real person
Obviously A snowHead isn't a real person
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TK Maxx on ice.
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Well, the person's real but it's just a made up name, see?
Well, the person's real but it's just a made up name, see?
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Also, never allow colour to influence your choice of ski gear! [/quote]
Wait, what? 
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Spyder doing some lime green saloppettes.
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Anyway, snowHeads is much more fun if you do.
Anyway, snowHeads is much more fun if you do.
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| clarky999 wrote: |
| Humpfknick wrote: |
| Also, never allow colour to influence your choice of ski gear! |
Wait, what? |
Sounds like crazy talk.
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meribel46, haha!! Yes the emblazned writing is beautifullly chavtastic alright. Am delighted with the vote of confidence in the Hyra- my decision making skills were very poor today!!
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| Filthyphil30k wrote: |
| Spyder doing some lime green saloppettes. |
Oh it's all emerald green these days daaahling
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Humpfknick, The Hydra one is very stylish, sometimes less is SO much more 
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Thanks meribel46! In fairness to the Italians, they certainly know how to do style- and in this case they seem to have nailed the practicalities too! Loads of discrete but spacious pockets, windbreaker neckline, hood is detachable, but also has a double lining to close right in around your face for waterproofing, snug snowskirt, stretchable, breathable, loads of really neat little design features. i can't believe i doubted it for one second!
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And love to help out and answer questions and of course, read each other's snow reports.
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You know it makes sense.
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Definitely the Hyra - here's a thought though, why not get the Hyra in the blue? Pop on a white helmet/hat and you'll look awesome!
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Otherwise you'll just go on seeing the one name:
Otherwise you'll just go on seeing the one name:
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| Humpfknick wrote: |
| I just want a moon pony |
That's a pretty tough set of requirements! Some of the new hydrophobic down gear might fit your needs, though it seems kinda surprising that there's no decent synthetic jacket that would do the job. Not that I can make any useful suggestions there, as its kinda hard to judge what other people think is 'warm enough'. Might be worth looking at what the more mountaineeringy brands have to offer, if you've not already done so?
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Poster: A snowHead
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[quote="Serriadh"]
| Humpfknick wrote: |
| I just want a moon pony |
How did you know??! Haha, one who doesn't cost the Earth though!! I have a mini-skier w costs just as much to gear up every year...
Ah it's not really a tough set of requirements, more trial and error. I don't mind layering up/down for touring/cold weather, I'd just like to settle on something versatile. That was really the only draw of the Bench jacket (besides colour), the style is quite like the pink one, and it had vents. (the only thing I can find that the Hyra is lacking in).
If I splashed the cash I'm sure I'd have no prob finding exactly what I'm looking for!
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Obviously A snowHead isn't a real person
Obviously A snowHead isn't a real person
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Handy Turnip, Yes I have a white helmet- OMG it'll clash with the black, lol!!! The blue is lovely, but it's very bright- I was afraid it'd go dull pretty quickly?
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Well, the person's real but it's just a made up name, see?
Well, the person's real but it's just a made up name, see?
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| Humpfknick wrote: |
| Filthyphil30k wrote: |
| Spyder doing some lime green saloppettes. |
Oh it's all emerald green these days daaahling |
Haha, you are a welcome addition to snowheads
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Anyway, snowHeads is much more fun if you do.
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I put you right on Bench gear. Xx
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| Filthyphil30k wrote: |
| I put you right on Bench gear. Xx |
And I thank you. I shall forever remember the advice I got here today
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Humpfknick, X-pond . . . currently Florida . . . which is home to septic chav. The black Hyra is cut and trimmed out with real style and taste, flattering and elegant. Some nice tight stretch sallys in any of the 3 colours and we have a winner
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Now there's another question Masque! Those soft shell salopettes- are they really warm enough? REALLY? Or are they more spring attire?
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Humpfknick, depends on the quality, the good ones have a windproof membrane over the chest and arms but even if the don't there are great running and cycling mid and base layers with this. I layer with very light kit but I'm built with an internal furnace and often now ski without gloves or just very thin cycling ones. Remember that most of the time we ski we're in relatively benign conditions and it's only when the weather turns that we need to up our kit. I carry a good spare fleece and heavy gloves in my pack and also a basic emergency kit that includes air activated heat pads. A buff is pretty much an essential and if the conditions are soggy, spare socks.
If your soft-shell isn't or has lost its waterproofing then a good hardshell in your pack will suffice for sitting around in the cold and wet. That one you're looking at is a quality garment and will be fine for recreational skiing within a resort . . . a 50km trek into the wilderness might be more of a challenge for it.
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FAQ
I Have to say things like the pockets & neckline make or break a ski jacket & as a girl who buys a new jacket almost every season (10 years of skiing & 9 jackets in the wardrobe 
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