Poster: A snowHead
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Hi all. I need a new ski jacket asap. I have had the last one for donkeys years and it's showing it lol.
I really want a Goretex one as my dad who loved walking always said these were the best material.
However, almost all the Goretex ones I come across are these thin 'shell' type which you are meant to 'layer up' underneath. I know this is supposed to be the future, and call me old fashioned, but I don't like this idea, I want a nice warm jacket which is totally waterproof!
Has anyone any recommendations for one of these Goretex warm ones? Again, I'm not after a shell type one which has a zip in fleece, it has to be a thickish jacket.
Cheers all.
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Obviously A snowHead isn't a real person
Obviously A snowHead isn't a real person
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Norrona lofoten has primaloft insulation.
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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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@audi321, Search sports pursuit - they have loads at a great price!
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Beware of too thick, and definitely avoid fleece lined. You are active when you are skiing, and even Goretex, while good, has its limitations for sweat dispersal.
The only option is to try things on. Brands and labels mean nothing if the thing doesn't fit and isn't comfortable.
The other thing I would say is that Goretex is not the only good breathable material. The imitations and developments (like Event) are as good if not better. You do get what you pay for, but there again, some brands are over-priced for what they offer.
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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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@Chris Bish, With chris here. I have 2 jackets. My Spyder 1 (they are seriously warm) for on piste lazy days / super cold ones and a shell with layers for off piste / warmer days.
Ive always been a lover of insulated jackets, but no way could you wear the Spyder one with a backpack - wwaaayyyyy too warm!
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I was doubtful about shell jackets too, until I bought one, and I absolutely love it. Unless it is very cold indeed, it needs only a few thin layers, since it keeps the wind out.
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