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What are some good outerwear brands that won't break the bank?

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Uncle.Badness
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Finally upgrading my outerwear after a decade of skiing in the same shit. Last I checked Saga and First Drop (or whatever it's called now) were the hottest thing on the block. What are people wearing these days that won't break the bank? Looking mostly for bib (if possible) pants for under $200 that aren't slim fit. I've got a hookup for a jacket so all set in that department. Totally open to feedback on unrealistic expectations for cheaper gear.
Dec 10 2018 6:05PM
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AGOF
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What level of waterproofing are you looking for. I had good luck with virtikas bibs but they weren’t the most durable although they are pretty waterproof, also TNF and sessions make bibs for under $200 but you are definitely looking at a lower level of waterproofing
Dec 10 2018 6:52PM
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skiP.E.I.
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Armada and Volcom do somewhat affordable bibs
Dec 10 2018 11:13PM
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xxACIDTRIPxx
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D A K I N E

A bit pricier but so worth it.
If not peep bloom they had some low key bibs left I'm pretty sure
Dec 10 2018 11:14PM
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AmissBirths
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I know its out of your price range but the flylow bib is FANTASTIC, i picked one up a few weeks ago and its top notch, I feel like I'll be wearing these for a long time. Definitely worth the money.
Dec 11 2018 12:54AM
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Non_State_Actor
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Wait until after Xmas. Or after the season is over, now is not a great time for deals on ski gear.
Dec 11 2018 12:32PM
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Woos
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You can get Saga stuff dirt cheap if you find it from a 3rd party vendor and it's from a previous season. Same with Armada.
Dec 11 2018 12:57PM
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exmoboy
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Salomon SLAB for sure
Dec 12 2018 2:55AM
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Booze.Hound
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XxAc1DtR1PxXD A K I N E

A bit pricier but so worth it.
If not peep bloom they had some low key bibs left I'm pretty sure


I just got the storker bib, if u got those how much u gotta wear for base layers under them on a cold day?
Dec 12 2018 10:52AM
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xxACIDTRIPxx
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steviewanderI just got the storker bib, if u got those how much u gotta wear for base layers under them on a cold day?


Under Armour 1.0 or 2.0 top and bottom.

2.0 if you're cold
1.0 if you're hot

Everyones diffirent
Dec 12 2018 10:54AM
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Booze.Hound
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XxAc1DtR1PxXUnder Armour 1.0 or 2.0 top and bottom.

2.0 if you're cold
1.0 if you're hot


Everyones diffirent


Word so even if there is no installation, u dont need extra layers under it, also wouldn't it blow tight against ur legs while moving?
Dec 12 2018 11:12AM
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xxACIDTRIPxx
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steviewanderWord so even if there is no installation, u dont need extra layers under it, also wouldn't it blow tight against ur legs while moving?


I always have a thin to mid layer of insulation underneath

And I'm not sure what u mean
Dec 12 2018 7:01PM
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Booze.Hound
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XxAc1DtR1PxXI always have a thin to mid layer of insulation underneath

And I'm not sure what u mean


Sorry I just was asking if u would in addition to a base layer wear like sweatpants or somthin
Dec 12 2018 7:04PM
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xxACIDTRIPxx
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steviewanderSorry I just was asking if u would in addition to a base layer wear like sweatpants or somthin


If it's real cold but generally no
Dec 12 2018 7:14PM
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Cryptno
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Yoke
Dec 12 2018 10:51PM
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Andi_G
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check geartrade.com for the deals on good brands. Sierra trading post as well
Dec 14 2018 11:20AM
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