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Obviously A snowHead isn't a real person
Obviously A snowHead isn't a real person
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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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| Gregd wrote: |
| snowaddict, I'm not sure but you could give them a call and ask 0151 556914, If not I am passing there on Wednesday if you called and paid for it over the phone I would be quite happy pick it up and post it to you myself. |
That is so kind of you, thank you for that.
But you'll be glad to hear that you're off the hook! VolklAttivaS5 and I have been comparing notes and measurements behind the scenes and it looks like it might be a bit on the big side really. I'm just going to have to get taller and bigger I think.
But thank you again so much for your very kind offer.
Also a big thanks to VolkAttiva and her wonderful efforts at providing me with info.
There are some darn good peeps on here.
Gregd, good luck with making your shell purchase...you'll not regret it!!
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Bones, do you find your FreeThinker jacket quite roomy when you have just got your base layer on with it?
I haven't tried mine outdoors yet, or indeed with any layers on, just a base layer when I tried it on originally indoors.
Because it's a Men's Small (I'm a woman) it is big round the chest, the sleeves are a smidgen longer than I would have liked but I have quite a long reach, it fitted everywhere else though just like my previous Women's jacket, and it did up easily without looking ridiculous despite the big chest.
I imagined it would be perfect with my inner quilted (thin) jacket taken out of my Banshee Triclimate worn as my mid layer, then it would be just right without feeling too big and roomy nor too restrictive.
I guess though slightly on the big side is better because it's when you're on and off the lifts and things that's when you notice when stuff is too small. It's not as if the FreeThinker will stretch so I'm glad it's on the roomy side.
snowaddict,
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Also a big thanks to VolkAttiva and her wonderful efforts at providing me with info.
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You're welcome and hope you find something suitable yourself.
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Anyway, snowHeads is much more fun if you do.
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Arcteryx - and although not a lardy - I am not exactly slim.
boredsurfin, post a picture and we'll tell you 
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| stoatsbrother wrote: |
| Arcteryx - and although not a lardy - I am not exactly slim. |
Certainly not naked from the back as you shuffled toward the bathroom at Wengen 
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Masque, thanks darling 
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Bones, thanks. Hmmm one thing I did think was a pity was that the vents weren't meshed, I don't like having a big "gap" as a vent. All my other North Face jackets (although insulated ones, not shells) have had meshed vents. 
I wonder why they didn't do that on the FreeThinker because it has got everything else? Or do shell jackets not have meshed vents at all regardless of brand? Also a shame that there isn't a mesh lining as a whole as you say instead of nothing. Oh well I'm sure there must be a reason, and as I say, if it's as good as my FreeThinker pants then it will be lovely and cosy even with just a base layer. I will of course wear a mid zippy layer as well and possibly even a second Helly over the first when I go to Tignes in December! Brrr! Last year, I'll tell you it was bitter in Tignes. It was the wind more than anything else, made it feel really really cold. I even had to get my balaclava out that week. 
As I have said, this is the first shell I've owned, and not tried it outside yet. With my insulated jackets I've normally worn a Helly/Icebreaker base layer, a second one if it's a very cold day, plus a thin fleece over the top then the insulated jacket.
What do you guys normally wear with your shell because you're missing the insulated bit? I'd rather wear 3 thin Helly's/Icebreakers plus a thin fleece rather than anything bulky.
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I like the look of the Nike ACG All Mountain Jacket - can't quite work out it's construction as it states "3D engineered design in 2 layer GORE-TEX Performance Shell fabric for high-end waterproof & breathable performance. Features Dri-Fit brushed mesh and tricot lining".
Maybe someone can enlighten me
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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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Gregd, I would have thought so, it seems to be a lined shell type from your description 
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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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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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SZK as the Skig? he does test a lot of skis after all.
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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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Gregd,
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Seriously Uncool-Nevica one piece in Purple/Turquoise & "Dynasty" style shoulders
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No, no, no. It's all retro now "Dahling" 
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You know it makes sense.
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boredsurfin, Other than the smell nothing!
I think the IASI instructors use the NF gear to not sure though
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FAQ
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