Clothing for The Great Outdoors

[beatle]

def. a down vest

rmf

[DJ_Flame]

Get on that gaucho steez quick, from Pendleton.

[vamks]

On the topic of Pendleton, their blanket prices are insane.

Know of any other good companies that make quality wool blankets? I could surely use one this winter.

[heflys]

I thought around $124 wasn't that extreme, particularly if you're looking for a quality outdoor blanket. However, if you're looking for cheaper, you might try Woolrich, or look on Orvis.

http://www.woolrich.com/woolrich/browse/subCategory.jsp?icCategory=MM_cat10088&icSort=

[billy.]

bond.

[the Repeater]

I want a big black backpack and can't find any one for less than 250.

I love mine but it has faded a bit and the bottom is stained. The grey THE NORTH FACE logo annoys me (same thing with the little reflective stripes) The interior lining has ripped (at the top) and I would need to waterproof it (I think I have the stuff for at home) and I like the waxing effect. So I was thinking about (over)dying the whole back black and applying some silicone to create a waxing effect (might only do this with the lower part).

Duluth Pack.

[the Repeater]

Does anyone know of where to get Norrøna?

[zackl111]

hudson bay also makes wool blankets.

[cantgetenough]

Was someone looking for fingerless gloves in this thread? Too lazy to find out.

These Fox River gloves from REI seem legit. Not gonna last forever, but wool knit gloves generally won't.

85/15 blend, made in USA, not bulky, no logos, $9.

I picked up a pair of nubby, black wool gloves just like this (fingerless) from Steven Alan for $20.00

[seafinch]

Does anyone know of where to get Norrøna?

Backcountry carries some of their stuff...

[vamks]

Back on the Anorak game, saw this Mountain Research Anorak over on Inventory (big ups to Ryan for a great job so far).

http://www.sett.co.jp/shop/index.jsp?dir=%2F87%2F88%2F.939

[altwaev]

Penfield Kasson vs Fjallraven Greenland...

Anyone have experience with these? Are they similar or does the lining in the Penfield make a huge difference? How does the outer material compare? Fit?

I really like all the colors too - wish i could pick up both.

[vamks]

Not sure what they are, are the 60/40? I posted my vintage 60/40 ll bean parka that seems to be what they're modeling them after. Either brand is pretty damn good, so I'd be good w/ either.

[seafinch]

The couple Penfield pieces I own are pretty solid for the price. You'd probably be safe either way.

[teejayess]

I have both a Kasson and a Greenland. The Greenland is by far the better of the two. If you want a lined one, get the Winter Greenland which is fleece lined: http://www.fjallraven.com/Produkter/jackor--vastar/greenland-winter-jacket as opposed to the standard Greenland which is unlined: http://www.fjallraven.com/Produkter/jackor--vastar/greenland-jacket

[heBAY]

So...as my first major contribution to this thread...in a long time...I'd like to start with confirming a little sizing question surrounding those lovely Crescent Down Works "Montange" Parkas... YES...THEY RUN HUGE. I have no idea how any human that isn't at least 8' tall would realistically wear something larger than a Large.

I'm 6'1"...slim and all that good shit...pause...and I can safely say a Small works for a much more traditional, roomy, fit (I wear a Medium in the old school 60/40's...Woolrich, LL Bean, REI, etc.)...and if I wanted, I can go to XS for a slimmer, somewhat more flattering fit everywhere except for the hood (which hardly stayed on my head due to it's young'ness compared to my dome).

I tried on the joints at DQM. That's how.

I would probably roll with a Small just to get all of the maximum function and traditional shit in the bag...really really ill details with the leather reinforcements around the snaps and all. The only minor minor complaint I have is that the zipper seems flimsy...only because it is not one of the old-style chunky, over-sized, Talon'ish joints.

[heBAY]

Also, remember that whole shitfest about ill skimasks?

My life is now complete:

courtesy of U.O. (of course).

[vamks]

Ah man, all these anoraks are looking so damn good right now. Any other ideas out there? I'm loving the Fjallraven and it's pricing.

http://www.not-addicted.co.uk/products/Fjallraven-Kaise-Anorak-Jacket.html

[altwaev]

I have both a Kasson and a Greenland. The Greenland is by far the better of the two. If you want a lined one, get the Winter Greenland which is fleece lined: http://www.fjallraven.com/Produkter/jackor--vastar/greenland-winter-jacket as opposed to the standard Greenland which is unlined: http://www.fjallraven.com/Produkter/jackor--vastar/greenland-jacket

thanks for the help! i think i'm going to go for the classic greenland.

How is the sizing on these? I'm tempted to order an XS but i'm worried about the sleeves being too short (i'm 5'10" 140lbs). I want a slimmer fit but, hey, its gotta keep the rain out too!

[mechanical pencil]

Are the Crescent Down Works "Montange" Parkas waterproof?

[eddyz]

just went back from the arc'teryx factory sale. got myself a theta jacket for 3 bills canadian (retails 550 ish + tax in my area)

Rocking it now in this sh!tty vancouver weather

MAKE IT RAIN!

[chantheman]

factory...sale...what???

[mr fluffernutter]

yeah its in vancouvvaaaaa

u p to 90% off

[Dead_Wizard]

Anyone have any pics of the new RRL FW collection? Apparently it's all mountaineering themed

[cantgetenough]

I'm wondering if people had suggestions for waterproofing a heavy fishtale parka I just purchased from CP company (http://www.cpcompany.co.uk/Latest-Products/Super-Strong-Long-Parka-with-Wire-Hood-in-Khaki/invt/0051187375v0054 that has a cotton/nylon exterior?

[moykky]

I'm wondering if people had suggestions for waterproofing a heavy fishtale parka I just purchased from CP company (http://www.cpcompany.co.uk/Latest-Products/Super-Strong-Long-Parka-with-Wire-Hood-in-Khaki/invt/0051187375v0054 that has a cotton/nylon exterior?

Nikwax cotton proof would do it.

[heBAY]

^hmmm thinking of doing that to one of the couple 60/40's I have in the closet...an impermeable parka would be nice.

[herpsky]

Inspired by the crazy folks in the japland ,

my murdered-out custom made LLbean tote

[the_state]

pls tell me ur not rocking those $400 BOO sweatpants....

[armsakimbo]

As good as place as any to get an authenticity check on this. Is it plain fake or something else?