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Boundary Waters Quetico Forum Winter Camping and Activities Outer Shell Options |
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01/05/2013 04:48PM
For the past 30-plus years my winter camping outer layer has been unlined Woolrich Mountain Parkas, made from 60/40 cloth (60% cotton, 40% nylon). I have replaced these several times over the years as they have worn out, fallen apart, and become filled with spark holes.
My problem is: these 60/40 mountain parkas are now almost impossible to find and most outer shells are now nylon or nylon/Gore-tex--very expensive stuff to wear while hanging out near a fire on long winter evenings.
So, what are my options? Who makes a simple, hooded shell that breaths well, is rugged enough for winter tripping, but won't break the bank?
My problem is: these 60/40 mountain parkas are now almost impossible to find and most outer shells are now nylon or nylon/Gore-tex--very expensive stuff to wear while hanging out near a fire on long winter evenings.
So, what are my options? Who makes a simple, hooded shell that breaths well, is rugged enough for winter tripping, but won't break the bank?
“Growth for the sake of growth is the ideology of the cancer cell.” -Edward Abbey
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01/06/2013 08:42AM
Empire Wool & Canvas makes great gear that will last if taken care of. They have a new anorak that is fairly priced. It is called the Snowshoe Hare, very basic but well built, as noted before...you get what you pay for!
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01/06/2013 09:21AM
quote marsonite: "My best ever shell was an army surplus parka with a removable liner (which I never used.) It was made out of poplin. Great breathablility, blocked the wind. Probably a stretch to find one anymore though. "
This is exactly the type of thing I'm looking for.
“Growth for the sake of growth is the ideology of the cancer cell.” -Edward Abbey
01/07/2013 07:11PM
quote marsonite: "My best ever shell was an army surplus parka with a removable liner (which I never used.) It was made out of poplin. Great breathablility, blocked the wind. Probably a stretch to find one anymore though. "
I had one of those shells. Wish I could find one now.
"I go because it irons out the wrinkles in my soul" -- Sigurd Olson
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