 Poster: A snowHead
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Obviously A snowHead isn't a real person
Obviously A snowHead isn't a real person
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That doesn't look waterproof. I'd buy a cheapie off ebay, that way if you trash it you're not that worried.
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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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If you have a week or two to spare the half term hols will be over and places like Mountain Warehouse and Decathlon will start some big discounts on remaining ski stock.
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Oh okay, thanks! I will be flying out this Wednesday so I guess I will try to go to Trespass/North Face tomorrow to pick up a jacket 
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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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Sports direct do cheap and cheerful jackets that work if you have one near by.
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@Kayceus, we've got a Trespass outlet near us, always good for first timers.
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@Kayceus, I would look for a jacket that does not look like a ski jacket, so that it can be used on the street afterwards. The North Face do some excellent Tri-Climate jackets with zip in/out fleeces that work over a wide range of temperatures.
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@Hells Bells I tried the Trespass outlet in Wembley but the Ski Jackets they showed me were all £100 which I felt wasn't worth since this is my first time and I am not certain if I will pursue it to be a hobby 
I bought my ski googles, ski helmet, base layers from there though. I also got midlayers and waterproof boots from Go Outdoors today.
I am going Harrow tomorrow to look for Ski pants, socks and a jacket.
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@PowerAdict I will take a look at North Face then too  Thanks for the recommendation!
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@pieman666 Do sports direct do ski jackets or do you mean just waterproof jackets?
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snowHeads are a friendly bunch.
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Trespass will be selling those £100 jackets for £20 in a couple of weeks. If you can afford a North Face it will last you and pick the right one it will be fine as a general outdoors coat.
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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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Trespass will be selling those £100 jackets for £20 in a couple of weeks. If you can afford a North Face it will last you and pick the right one it will be fine as a general outdoors coat.
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Any waterproof jacket will do... No real burning need for a dedicated ski jacket:)
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You know it makes sense.
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They do ski jackets. I got one for £80 that was excellent in high winds.
http://www.sportsdirect.com/nevica
They don't stock a lot in store but if it's local it's worth a look.
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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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@davkt Sadly I leave in 3 days
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Poster: A snowHead
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@jjams82 What exactly determines a fully waterproof jacket since a lot of jackets may say waterproof but leak when it comes to skiing and snow?
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Obviously A snowHead isn't a real person
Obviously A snowHead isn't a real person
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@pieman666 thank you! Will take a look in store tomorrow since there is a sports direct present. Do you think TK Maxx would stock ski jackets/ waterproof 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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I think they do @Kayceus. Worth a look.
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@pieman666 Thanks a lot! Will pop in there tomorrow too
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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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@Kayceus, I'm not sure really... Marketing I guess. I suspect a good wicking base layer is as important as the jacket as even a sodden top layer can still be perfectly comfortable when the layer next to the skin is still dry.
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I also wanted to ask, a lot of waterproof jackets are quilted, is that a no go for skiing and I should only look at "shells" ?
Last edited by You'll need to Register first of course. on Sun 12-02-17 22:10; edited 1 time in total
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@jjams82 Okay, Thank you! I will ask the staff at the stores to come to a firmer conclusion
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I think with all these questions the old advice of "buy a cheap one and work out what you like/dislike about it so when you buy a more expensive one you'll get it right" would do you well:)
Outdoors clothing is a very personal thing, you probably just need to get a week or two under your belt to work out what suits you.
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TK Maxx is well worth a look
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@jjams28 Thanks for the advice
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snowHeads are a friendly bunch.
snowHeads are a friendly bunch.
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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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First time out: cheap and cheerful is best.
Only thing to really avoid is something totally rubberised / plastic with no breathability. Providing you have a few non-cotton baselayers; as a beginner you'll generate a lot of your own heat so will probably be warm enough regardless, but if you are wrapped in plastic you'll just sweat and get wet anyway...
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As a beginner your main problem may be falling over on wet snow. Maybe a cagoul or something on top, just to stop that. For warmth, just lots of layers with zips for you to regulate temperature / sweating.
People did learn to ski before gore-tex 
Have fun!
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You know it makes sense.
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Cheap jacket with thin layers under is fine.
But do get good gloves.
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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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Poster: A snowHead
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The ultimate irony: Superdry jacket that's not even remotely dry (or very warm for that matter!)
Another vote for TK Maxx, Decathlon, Sports Direct or Trespass to begin with. Then when you've found you want to ski more have a look at Sport Pursuit's offerings for more advanced kit at good prices.
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