Looking for a Nano Puffy Hooded Belay Jacket.
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Nick Drake wrote: Second that, the nuclei is a great belay jacket for rock use. I like that it's not stitched through anywhere, helps it stay warmer in higher winds. I'm 5'8" and around 165, it's nice to find something that isn't cut like a garbage bag.Are you able to ease it over your harness easily. What size do you have? To the other Nick: I got the BD belay stance parka. Great parka, very roomy with a nice hood. It's really warm, great for cold weather ice climbing. It's thicker than the DAS. |
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I returned a Piton Hoody. No more "slim fit" items for me from Patagonia. It's too bad - I really like my old R1, but now they only come in slim fit. Are you listening, Patagonia? |
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FrankPS wrote:I returned a Piton Hoody. No more "slim fit" items for me from Patagonia. It's too bad - I really like my old R1, but now they only come in slim fit. Are you listening, Patagonia?They are, I've been complaining about climbing clothes tailored for couch potatoes. Its nice that Patagonia finally took my feedback to heart. |
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I bought a Thermoball Hoodie last year, and returned it because it was too loose for me (for reference I'm 6'1", 165#, and I was able to grab it near my bellybutton and pull it out nearly a foot when it was zipped up). |
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rocknice2 wrote: Yeah the micro puff has 100gr/m2 insulation. I already own a great jacket in that warmth. Thanks for the offer.Some of the confusion may be due to the title of this thread; "looking for a Micro Puffy..." Except, you don't want a Micro Puff. Perhaps consider re-titling... |
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Kyle Tarry wrote: Some of the confusion may be due to the title of this thread; "looking for a Micro Puffy..." Except, you don't want a Micro Puff. Perhaps consider re-titling...Doh! Thanks. |
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I've subscribed to the bearbreeder philosophy when it comes to outerwear, esp Primaloft pieces which are nearly a "commodity" these days with EVERYONE making their version of the nano puff. By them cheap and stack them deep. Off season you can get top-of-line at 50% off (or more). |
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Are you opposed to breathable side panels? I use the OR Cathode Hoody for what you describe. It's 60g/m Primaloft, has a looser cut through the torso and the hood actually fits over helmets. It does have Polartec side panels for breathability but I only notice this as a detriment in really high winds. |
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rocknice2 wrote: Are you able to ease it over your harness easily. What size do you have? To the other Nick: I got the BD belay stance parka. Great parka, very roomy with a nice hood. It's really warm, great for cold weather ice climbing. It's thicker than the DAS. A size would have helped huh? :) I have a medium. It fits over my harness with a small amount of gear ok, but without a two way zipper I find it rides up above my butt after belaying for a while. I have a big ass though and this is a problem with the cut of every brand jacket I've tried on in the 60gm range. I will also say it's the warmest in the category also, with 80gm insulation in the body. All that at something ridiculous like 11 ounces. It was warm enough that I slept with it on and no bag on a climb in September. |
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Also, the MEC Uplink Hoody is fairly slim-fitting, but is sewn in a way that it has tons of stretch so you can put it over other layers. |
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I know you said you wanted a 60g piece, but I have a Rab Generator Alpine for sale that's in new condition. 100g PrimaLoft Gold in the torso and 60g PrimaLoft Gold in the arms and hood. |
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I just got a Mountain Hardwear Thermostatic jacket and it's sized quite loose - 60g/m Q.Elite insulation, no stretchy panels, my medium definitely feels roomier than similar pieces. My first thought was "MH version of the Nano Puff." |
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That MH Thermostatic looks really nice. I just received my TNF Thermoball hoodie I ordered. Also a very nice product and a relatively relaxed fit. Haven't had a chance to try it with a harness on but its looking good so far. |