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JoshBishop
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CHECK THIS http://firstdropouterwear.com/fd/FIRST_DROP_OUTERWEAR.html
Oct 22 2009 6:47PM
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smuggs
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ok if h20 proofness eliminates breathability how is goretex proshell the most h20 proof breathable fabric there is out there. gore tex proshell is garunteed to keep you dry for 7 years or goretex buys the thing back from you!

yea if you buy a bright yellow plastic rain suit obviously that shit isnt going to breathe.

all this talk is smoke and mirrors.
Oct 25 2009 1:52PM
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smuggs
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ill rock technical fabrics here, you follow with 8k hopefully after you stop sweating and the rime ice has saturated your coat you will make it off the mtn with your life. your dakine pipe gloves ought to to just fine on cold wet rock.
Oct 25 2009 1:57PM
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Caveman.
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I never knew that, thanks for posting.
Oct 25 2009 2:07PM
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smuggs
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ARCTERYX GORE TEX PROSHELL on SAC for $224

Material: 3-Layer Gore-Tex Pro Shell Insulation: None Waterproof Rating: Guaranteed Breathable Rating: Guaranteed Core Venting: Underarm zips Pockets: 2 Front, 1 chest Seam Taped: Yes Powder Skirt: Yes Hood: Yes, stowable Zip-in Compatibility: No Weight: 23.2oz (658g) Recommended Use: Backcountry skiing Manufacturer Warranty: Lifetime
Oct 25 2009 2:09PM
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prontocuts.com
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i might have to get some pants, stuffs sick
Oct 25 2009 3:07PM
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TheClap.
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sooo much love and hate?
Oct 25 2009 4:10PM
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Virtika
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Thanks guys, it really means a lot how supportive you all have been.

Most of the people on this forum are totally correct, not sure why (or how) anyone would compare First Drop to something for mountaineering (like Arcyterx for example).

Completely different products marketed towards completed different people. I do a LOT of traveling and skiing in all kinds of conditions, and I know what it takes to stay dry and comfy. I lived in Portland and skied the Northwest for a few years, so I know what it's like to ski in the rain.

Honestly, I really started this outerwear company so I personally could have a dope suit all year long, just the way I wanted it. It's really just a perk that other people seemed to be interested in it as well. I was sick of dealing with junk outerwear for so many years. I basically live in that stuff 6 hours a day, 200 and some days a year. That was the true motivation behind starting this company.

And because of this, I tried to take into account all aspects of design and technicality. Improvements will definitely be made in subsequent years, but I can honestly say this is the best thing that I can personally put together right now. I tried my best.

Thanks again for all the love.
Oct 25 2009 5:04PM
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Fev4ng
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^ Legit.
Oct 25 2009 5:09PM
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Kevski
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You know a company is doing something right when they get both.

I'm really excited to see how this company moves on. Like I said, the bib-pants stoke me out. I'll try to pick some of those up once I hear how the waterproofing works for the masses.
Oct 25 2009 5:19PM
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TheClap.
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can the bibs be worn down comfortable? I love my oakley otts pants but i never wear them up.
Oct 25 2009 5:29PM
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Virtika
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Hoodie sizing now online.

firstdropouterwear.com

http://firstdropouterwear.com/fd/buyhoodies.html

I recommend measuring yourself from your shoulders down and just see about how low you want it to come to, then pick the closest "height" measurement from the chart.

That should give you a good idea of how it will fit.

Thanks!

-David
Oct 25 2009 6:23PM
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Candy
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The bib can actually be zipped completely off!
Oct 25 2009 7:28PM
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Candy
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Concerning XL sizing, Lesh told me that he's 6'1 and it fits nice and big on him, and the model wearing the suit in the pictures on the website it also 6'1 if you wanna see how that fits. I'm 5'10 and I ordered a full XL blue suit, he said it would totally work, cause I could rock the bib up a little higher, and have a super tall jacket. So it's gonna be ginormous and tall on me, I like that. Also ordered a 2xl hoodie!
Oct 25 2009 7:32PM
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BMskier
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could you or someone possibly post the sizing here for all hoodies because i have internet explorer and the image will not enlarge when scrolled over. Thanks!
Oct 25 2009 7:37PM
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doublexl
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if i wasnt a broke ass muhfucka, id so order that red hoodie. shit is dope mayn.
Oct 25 2009 7:45PM
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Afeld
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thanks man +k
Oct 25 2009 8:02PM
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Virtika
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Here is the complete sizing for the hoodies:

height= shoulder to waist cuff

width= width of body at waist and at armpits

length= sleeve cuff to sleeve cuff


XX-Large

height- 37

width- 26

length- 76



X-Large

height- 34

width- 24

length- 73



Large

height- 31

width- 21

length- 70



Medium

height- 28

width- 19

length- 66



Small

height- 25''

width- 16''

length- 63''

Oct 25 2009 8:32PM
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Style+eeze
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link?
Oct 25 2009 8:35PM
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Valind
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lol.
Oct 25 2009 9:22PM
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KennyC
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i hope this stuff is worth the hype.
Oct 25 2009 9:26PM
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a_pla5tic_bag
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I think I'm going to order one of those red hoodies, they're so cool!
Oct 25 2009 9:31PM
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traylortrash
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Seriously?
Oct 25 2009 10:27PM
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BigMeech621
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5 8 and im orderin the xl black.
Oct 25 2009 11:03PM
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Candy
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www.firstdropouterwear.com

The pictures of the suit are actually on a guy who is 6'1. The model has his head/hands photoshopped out so it just looks like a suit with no one wearing it.
Oct 26 2009 12:05AM
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thelizards
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I still can't tell if this in insulated/puffy? if so how puffy is it?
Oct 26 2009 12:22AM
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Candy
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Insulated, not puffy. Its supposedly a medium insulation. So its warm enough that you can just wear a t shirt underneath for most days. Saga and LDC don't have insulation, so this is a PLUS.
Oct 26 2009 12:29AM
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Mr_Orange
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this dude knows whats up

 I was a little, I dono..... supprized to read their explaination on how 8k is as good as 20k..

and I think their jackets are ugly the middle pocket is stupid.

sick hoodies and T's tho

I bought a tshirt

Oct 26 2009 1:44AM
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Thenowhereman42
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...if you want something insulated.  If you want a shell....no, no its not.
Oct 26 2009 4:02AM
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Thenowhereman42
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BTW that picture is fucking gnarley.  What are you even doing there?  Just posing for a WTF that guy is crazy picture?
Oct 26 2009 4:10AM
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Newschool_Pope
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haha all the things you listed i want to buy too. but ive ordered a full hybrid suit already, so i might just go for the black jacket with the purple hoodie.
Oct 26 2009 5:28AM
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Black.Bird
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Sick man, I'm still debating wether I should get and XL jacket and L pants, or XL pants? Im 5'9
Oct 26 2009 4:21PM
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David
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5,9? If you want a more typical fit, go with the Large. You want yours clothes baggy as shit, get the XL.

If I were 5,9 I would probably rock the XL.... but thats just me...
Oct 26 2009 6:47PM
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duuude.
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Might be a dumb question but The black pants also have a bib right? I only saw pictures with the bib on the blue pants.
Oct 27 2009 6:02PM
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Candy
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Yep. Both black and blue have a bib.
Oct 27 2009 6:19PM
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duuude.
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Thanks !
Oct 27 2009 9:59PM
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the_goose69
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agreed
Oct 27 2009 10:10PM
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live2jib
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super sick gear for sure!! but you are fittin a 5'9 bro for baggy but what about us who are 6 ft?? gotta make a XXL next year-id pick one up for sure!! like 40' inseam?? but the bib is awesome idea. hope the best
Oct 28 2009 9:54PM
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bananas
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looks really legit suits
Oct 28 2009 10:36PM
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Funnel
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Definitely considering buying a hoodie if I find them better than the new Jiberish stuff.
Oct 28 2009 11:27PM
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Legion
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you cant really go wrong with a 45 dollar hoodie.  jiberish is sick, dont get me wrong, but its hella expensive

Oct 28 2009 11:34PM
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Shlogan
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damn you sounds really down to earth. next year make a red and white suit and a purple suit, like the colors your making for your hoodies this year. i will be the first purchase.
Oct 28 2009 11:49PM
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Samckoy
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Legitimate that was on my mind.
Oct 29 2009 12:54AM
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Newschool_Pope
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word. that would be absolutely sick.
Oct 29 2009 5:49AM
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Klick_2_klaim
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They don't you actually need quite a powerful magnet to effect these things.

aks the mythbusters brah.
Oct 29 2009 8:47PM
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David
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I'll try to answer the last few questions at once.

Regarding size, trust me the XL will be tall enough for the biggest of skiers. Spriggs (who is 6,5") tried the suit on and it fit him great.

The pics of the suit on the website are actually on someone who is 6,1". He had the bib cinched up pretty far, so the pants can come even lower if wanted without constraining any movement.

So, if you are over 6 foot, the XL is for you. If you are a few inches under 6 foot, it really depends on the fit you are going for. Get an XL for a huge fit, get a large for a less huge fit. You can always cinch up the pants to make them less baggy, that is why I recommended the XL to the guy who is 5,9". Thats only 3 inches less than 6 feet! If he didn't want as baggy of a look, I would have recommended the Large.

Regarding the magnets in the pockets and electronic devices/credit cards:

Note the back 2 pants pockets and the front left jacket pocket have NO magnets (only velcro). This is to protect wallets, credit cards, etc. This is also so you don't sit on any hard magnets.

The inside 3 pockets also don't have any magnets (the 2 huge mesh pockets, and 1 MP3/cell zip pocket).

You can even put stuff in any of the large pockets that DO have magnets since they are so deep, your phone/credit card will never be pushed up against (or anywhere near) the magnets which are only in the outer flaps.

Even this being said, I rocked a DC jacket all last year that had magnets in all the flaps, I put my credit card, phone, and ipod in those pockets (which were smaller and closer to the devices) EVERY DAY and never had a problem.

I hope this info/experience helps in some way.

Thanks again,

-David
Oct 29 2009 11:27PM
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minnesotajib25
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It's so nice seeing a company that treats their customers right.

I called before I ordered and Lesh was SUPER helpful, answered all my questions and helped me get the right size suit.

This company is LEGIT!


Oct 31 2009 1:46AM
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