Urban Techwear

[po_boy_fuuma_hatesbargerz]

Okay this is really blast-from-the-past, but I had a Vexed Generation ninjahoody from way back when, and I sold it to some dude on here a while ago, but goddamn if I don't miss that fucking hoody. 

[cmdR]

Hey Talking about all the gore tex technology + heavy rain protection..

 

Are there any materials/brands that focus on very hot climates? I am currently living in South America, I really love everything Techwear related. But even the summer collections would seem impossible for the south american weather. Any tipps?

Acronym WS-J25 is your best bet.

[MoreToasties]

Hey Talking about all the gore tex technology + heavy rain protection..

Are there any materials/brands that focus on very hot climates? I am currently living in South America, I really love everything Techwear related. But even the summer collections would seem impossible for the south american weather. Any tipps?

I've had good luck with Gore Windstopper as a GoreTex replacement in warm weather. NeoShell is also fantastic - problem is that it hasn't been used much by techwear companies in my experience.

You might be better off buying a PackLite jacket (ACR makes them, so does Arcteryx mainline) and simply not wearing it unless it's completely necessary. Wearing any sort of shell in humid South American weather is going to make you sweat, and bring soaked with sweat kinda negates the point of wearing a shell to keep dry.

[drgitlin]

Don't think this has already been posted: Review of TAD's Stealth Hoodie: http://blistergearreview.com/gear-reviews/triple-aught-design-stealth-hoodie-lt

 

Includes a nice look at how Schoeller's c_change membrane works compared to Gore Pro. 

[EG562]

Can anyone recommend a ultra light wind shell for Backpacking/hike ops. Sub 7oz. Currently looking at marmot ether. 

[MoreToasties]

Can anyone recommend a ultra light wind shell for Backpacking/hike ops. Sub 7oz. Currently looking at marmot ether. 

 

I'm a fan of the Arc'teryx Squamish Hoodie - it's served me well so far, although admittedly my Veilance Isogon gets more use.

 

Random Google image:

 

Edited April 15, 2014 by MoreToasties

[polishmike]

I just got mine TAD Spartan RS pants and after my tailor made some adjustments below the knee they are pretty nice. Some of their designs are a little too urban militia for me but the quality is spot on. I really like my Flux hoodie too.

[Brainboy]

You might be better off buying a PackLite jacket (ACR makes them, so does Arcteryx mainline) and simply not wearing it unless it's completely necessary. 

I would rather recommend the Gore-Tex Active, it's a bit more breathable and the inner fabric is more comfortable than membrane protective layer in Paclite.

[MoreToasties]

I would rather recommend the Gore-Tex Active, it's a bit more breathable and the inner fabric is more comfortable than membrane protective layer in Paclite.

 

You learn something new every day! I haven't ever looked at the inner layers side by side - thanks.

[loptz]

 

 

acronym parody?

[SuE]

Outlier Ultralight Blazer and Trousers back in stock. Meanwhile it's still snowing here /sigh

[shoreman]

^ +24 c yesterday, -10 today. 

lol. 

[Ecotrons]

been listening to some buddha shit and I'm seriously considering giving up fashunz and selling/throwing away all my clothes and just wearing functional tech shit 24/7, from Outlier to Arc'teryx... shit you can throw on for a day hike then come back down for dinner and look presentable. Somewhat boring, but practical and functional. "fashion" got me spending too much money and wanting too many things... 

 

fashistential crisis.

 

at the same time tho id only be buying fairly expensive basics... $100 merino tees and $200 pants that look like regular chinos. I'm only fooling myself

Edited April 17, 2014 by Ecotrons

[shoreman]

at the same time tho id only be buying fairly expensive basics... $100 merino tees and $200 pants that look like regular chinos. I'm only fooling myself

 

More bang for your buck, though. 

[jward451]

been listening to some buddha shit and I'm seriously considering giving up fashunz and selling/throwing away all my clothes and just wearing functional tech shit 24/7, from Outlier to Arc'teryx... shit you can throw on for a day hike then come back down for dinner and look presentable. Somewhat boring, but practical and functional. "fashion" got me spending too much money and wanting too many things... 

 

fashistential crisis.

 

at the same time tho id only be buying fairly expensive basics... $100 merino tees and $200 pants that look like regular chinos. I'm only fooling myself

 

Yeah...I kinda know what you mean.  Some times it just feels good to cut some shit loose, sell it (don't throw it away) or donate it...then slowly rebuild with fresh things that are more functional....I tend to live in my Outlier 60/40's through the week and their slim dungarees on weekends myself...

 

just my thoughts though....

[EG562]

I'm a fan of the Arc'teryx Squamish Hoodie - it's served me well so far, although admittedly my Veilance Isogon gets more use.

 

Random Google image:

 

 

 

Hows the sizing on this? Im inbetween L-XL on the lanky side. REI has a grey in XL. 

[MoreToasties]

Hows the sizing on this? Im inbetween L-XL on the lanky side. REI has a grey in XL. 

 

I wear my normal size - medium. It could be a little slimmer but it fits fine - typical Arc'teryx fit.

 

I'd guess the guy in the picture sized down, though I'm sure sure I could get away with it.

Edited April 17, 2014 by MoreToasties

[skeetinmynose]

Can anyone help me out with sizing on White Mountaineering pants? Measurements I see are kind of all over the place - I figure I'm either a 1 or 2.

 

I'm typically a 30 waist.

[EG562]

Anyone got any suggestions for some affordable swim trunks?

Looking at these hurley phantoms, mainly b/c of discount. 

[TEKsevenZERO]

Hurley Phantoms are great, especially hydrophobic just wash them carefully according to instructions.

 

as you have found out they can be picked up pretty damned reasonable esp if you are in the US unlike me.

[aso2004]

I hated the fact on the hurley's that they never really got wet,just damp..They were not really nice to durf with because of that. But if you are looking for those to get to the beach and swim..

Do it you won't regret it..

[TEKsevenZERO]

Interesting new shoes from Nike that might appeal here?

 

Free Orbit II

 

[WillKhitie]

[WillKhitie]

[kpnv]

like a football cleat crossed with a durian

[kH0yA Sw@Gp0o]

Interesting new shoes from Nike that might appeal here?

 

Free Orbit II

 

not bad but i would prefer OG lunar orbit

 

[Dolphinski]

Haven't seen these up yet but Isaora have dropped a rainproof range. I think i might be slightly tempted by the mac for work.

 

http://www.isaora.com/collections/isaora-rainwear

 

[brooks_]

Those look pretty good and they're hitting a much more realistic price point. Especially if you did the survey and have a discount code to throw on top.

[jward451]

Those look pretty good and they're hitting a much more realistic price point. Especially if you did the survey and have a discount code to throw on top.

 

I agree...they're reasonably priced and are most likely very well made.  I have a few Isaora pieces that have held up really well.

[MoreToasties]

I agree...they're reasonably priced and are most likely very well made.  I have a few Isaora pieces that have held up really well.

 

Same here. I'm curious to try a piece put together with ultrasonic welding instead of seam tape. Could be interesting.

 

I've had some correspondence with them and they're good people.