 Poster: A snowHead
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So, my new jacket arrived.
But how should it fit? It seems spacey enough on the arms and body, but the waistband of it is 'snug'. Well, it doesn't feel too tight, and I was worried it might 'ride up' but it has like a sticky strip on the waistband which seems to hold it in place.
Not really sure of my question actually. Just what should a jacket fit like?
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Obviously A snowHead isn't a real person
Obviously A snowHead isn't a real person
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Depends on your preference for layering..... If you want multiple thermal layers on underneath then it should be roomy.... Although it seems to be the current trend is for more athletic fitting jackets.
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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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How many layers do most people wear? I have some thermals from mountain warehouse, so they are very thin - I truly don't know how many layers I'll need as it's the first time I'm going skiing. In 2 weeks if that makes a difference to the temperature?
Also, does anyone know the difference between normal fleece and micro-fleece? 
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Do you feel the cold normally? Do you do any other kind of exercise which would give you an indication of how warm you get whilst doing exercise?
The difference in fleece is the size of the pile.... Larger the pile, warmer the garment
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Does your new jacket have any insulation (does it feel a bit "padded")? Take this into account. Underneath you will want a base layer (merino wool is usually cited as being the warmest) a mid layer, like a fleece half-zip jumper, not too thick and bulky. These are not expensive, so buy a couple and you can wear both if it's really cold.
By really cold, I mean -15, -20 or below, though you may get a bit chilly in lessons because there's a bit of standing around. If you have a small backpack, you can add or take off layers as you need to. Don't worry too much, it will take a couple of days to work out what layers you need - everyone is different and it depends on the weather, too. If it is warm and sunny, you may not need a mid layer.
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Thanks
I have just tried on thermals (not merino but will buy some of that as well, didn't realise what it was although I've seen adverts) with ski pants and a t shirt and thin fleece with jacket and actually, what I thought might be tight earlier seems lovely and well fit now. I can crouch down etc without it riding up which was my main concern really - I'm quite tall so often tops ride up, but it doesn't seem to be the case here.
The jacket is insulated yes - it's a Billabong jacket with these (main) specs - 100% Twill Mossor/Poly Twill outer
10,000mm waterproofing
10,000g breathability
PFOA & PFC-free DWR water-repellent coating
Leightweight insulation
So hopefully it'll be alright?
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That jacket sounds fine. Enjoy your first ski trip. Let us know how you get on.
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Sounds good, but I would forget the t-shirt if it's just a normal cotton one - if you sweat and it gets damp, it will make you cold.
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@JanieS, when you say 'waistband' with a 'silicon gripper' do you mean a flap of material with a couple of poppers at the front" if so this is designed to fit snugly around your waist/hips/upper bum to stop cold air and snow being whooshed up under your jacket.
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Thanks guys - yes that's right @rogg, now I think about it, I think that's what feels 'snug' - it's not the waistband of the actual jacket at all!
I will be sure to report back on the trip of course! You've all be so helpful to me - I'll be asking a few more questions before I go though no doubt 
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Would that be the 'Removable waist gaiter' @rogg?
Just taken that off the specs on the website where I bought the jacket, but it sure isn't removable? Not that I wish to remove it, but just curious.
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And love to help out and answer questions and of course, read each other's snow reports.
And love to help out and answer questions and of course, read each other's snow reports.
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@JanieS, they often are removable, but if you're comfortable in the jacket anyway, I wouldn't worry. But @Scarlet is right about cotton T shirts. Not a good idea. Merino base layers can be good but they are pretty expensive and some can be itchy (especially the least expensive ones).
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@JanieS, it's usually referred to as a "snow skirt", but maybe their marketing people decided it was too feminine!
I got most of my Helly Hansen merino base layers from Sports Direct - they sell off all the weird (bright) colours for £10-£15, so I have bright orange, bright pink, bright blue... You can't see them so it doesn't matter.
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You know it makes sense.
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@JanieS, yup, it's probably held on by a long zip. I'd keep it on, they really can keep a breeze at bay if nothing else. 'Waist gator', 'Snow skirt', 'Powder skirt' all refer to the flappy bit.
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