Walk_fat boy_walk wrote:A windshirt is one of those items that you think unnecessary until you have one, then wonder what you ever did without it.
Moondog55 wrote:Best value bit of kit there is
Walk_fat boy_walk wrote:A windshirt is one of those items that you think unnecessary until you have one, then wonder what you ever did without it.
simonm wrote:I just came across this wind jacket from Cumulus - 55g - http://sleepingbags-cumulus.eu/uk/categ ... d=56&vid=1
damoprz wrote:simonm wrote:I just came across this wind jacket from Cumulus - 55g - http://sleepingbags-cumulus.eu/uk/categ ... d=56&vid=1
Cumulus stuff looks really good, I've been thinking of buying one of there puffy's when I am in Poland again. Is it possible to buy Pertex Quantum fabric anywhere?
simonm wrote:I just came across this wind jacket from Cumulus - 55g - http://sleepingbags-cumulus.eu/uk/categ ... d=56&vid=1
damoprz wrote:The Argon fabrics should breath better anyway right?
simonm wrote: Luke's ultralight makes an Argon 67 and 90 version - http://lukesultralite.com/products/windgear
damoprz wrote:simonm wrote: Luke's ultralight makes an Argon 67 and 90 version - http://lukesultralite.com/products/windgear
Yeah Luke's stuff looks great, but I don't think he will he ship internationally?
I have a pattern for a rain jacket, I might order some Argon 90 soon and give it a go, just leave the hood off and only have a quarter zip. Sewing Argon 67 was such a horrible experience I think I'll wait until I am more proficient before trying it again.
Tintin wrote:I can also vouch for the Houdini, fantastic piece of gear. Also agree on how underrated a wind shirt is in general, probably one of my favourite pieces of gear.
Personally I think a hood is imperative on a wind shirt. A hood keeps your head warm and comfortable in very windy conditions - which is when you will be wearing it.
No pockets on the Houdini, but I usually have my 100wt fleece underneath for insulation if its really cold, which has a small pocket to store things. My shorts/pants also have plenty of pockets so not really an issue. If it is raining i will use my fleece pocket.
Eljimberino wrote:Hoods are not too difficult to cut off.
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