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eheeth
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aight so you lot might not be the ones to ask but very close to dropping the cash on an arc rush jacket. question is whether they really are worth the buy, or just save the cash and grab something else 90% as good for half the cost.

open to input from people who've actually used them and also people who are going to bully tf out of me
2 years ago
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Icant_kfed
Posts: 1279 - Karma: 11,596
“Arcteryx on me we don’t rock no Patagonia”
2 years ago
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migidimigi
Posts: 451 - Karma: 3,263
The real question here is whether you actually need the best Goretex fabric and the functionality it has.
If so, go for it.
If you are actually looking for a windbreaker that can take care of occasional 5mins in rain, save your money and get something cheaper.
2 years ago
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TournevisRond
Posts: 459 - Karma: 5,174
Ive had a beta ar that I use all year round for 3 years now and it still looks brand new. Id say it's worth it if you plan on keeping it for a while. You can also find used one for half the price.
2 years ago
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SchizoSkier
Posts: 2799 - Karma: 30,357
I bought rep arc off pandabuy and it is identical to the real thing and it’s also waterproof
2 years ago
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tomPietrowski
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I have the Rush Jacket and its by far the best piece of kit I own. I don't wear it all the time but it will last forever if you treat it well and its amazing quality.
2 years ago
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steez_apprentice
Posts: 979 - Karma: 6,855
SchizoSkierI bought rep arc off pandabuy and it is identical to the real thing and it’s also waterproof


Pandabuy arcteryx is wild
2 years ago
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IsaacNW82
Posts: 769 - Karma: 6,695
The patrol my gf is on switched from Arcteryx to Spyder recently and its a noticeable drop in quality. Not that Spyder is bad or anything, but if you are really going to use the hell out of it (like a patroller in it 120 days/season in any and all conditions) I'd say its worth it.

Personally I almost always ski in a sweatshirt so I have no need, so again just reiterating its good kit just make sure you need it before dropping that type of $$$
2 years ago
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butter_69
Posts: 91 - Karma: -602
i have an old arc jacket my dad gave me after having it for like 5 years. Its super warm and just has a couple pieces of duck tape. Just by used/or just look for a sale
2 years ago
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SchizoSkier
Posts: 2799 - Karma: 30,357
steez_apprenticePandabuy arcteryx is wild


Dropping a band on a jacket that was prolly made in the same factory is crazier 😳
2 years ago
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somewhereeast
Posts: 75 - Karma: 118
SchizoSkierI bought rep arc off pandabuy and it is identical to the real thing and it’s also waterproof


what seller did you buy it off of, is the ventilation good?
2 years ago
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steez_apprentice
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SchizoSkierDropping a band on a jacket that was prolly made in the same factory is crazier 😳


does it bead tho 😏
2 years ago
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Dekaf
Posts: 57 - Karma: 328
eheethaight so you lot might not be the ones to ask but very close to dropping the cash on an arc rush jacket. question is whether they really are worth the buy, or just save the cash and grab something else 90% as good for half the cost.

open to input from people who've actually used them and also people who are going to bully tf out of me

I love my rush I've been skiing with mine since late november. I've done 6-8 hours of ropetow laps in the rain with it and ive never gotten even a lil wet. I tacoed on some rails like 4-5 times this season and no scuffs/damage on it whatsoever. Still beads after 6 months of daily use which i would expect from such an expensive jacket, but imma definitely put some waterproofing wash on it just to keep the mebrane fresh.
2 years ago
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tombradypreroll
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It’s worth it if you get something goretex pro IMO, can’t recommend the beta AR enough !

skiied for 3 hours in the rain this weekend and was totally dry under


**This post was edited on Apr 26th 2023 at 2:15:34am
2 years ago
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BradFiAusNzCoCa
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I’ve never heard of panda buy and now I’m down a wormhole. It’s ripoff stuff and you just organize a shipment essentially? What are these agents they keep talking about?
SchizoSkierI bought rep arc off pandabuy and it is identical to the real thing and it’s also waterproof
2 years ago
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Newsheepers
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BradFiAusNzCoCaI’ve never heard of panda buy and now I’m down a wormhole. It’s ripoff stuff and you just organize a shipment essentially? What are these agents they keep talking about?

pretty sure they are for importing the stuff but idk

**This post was edited on Apr 26th 2023 at 12:26:29pm
2 years ago
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KilaTsunami
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When it comes to outerwear. You truly get what you pay for.
2 years ago
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SchizoSkier
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BradFiAusNzCoCaI’ve never heard of panda buy and now I’m down a wormhole. It’s ripoff stuff and you just organize a shipment essentially? What are these agents they keep talking about?


Ur package has a chance of being siezed by customs. The bigger ur package the higher chance it will be seized.
2 years ago
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SchizoSkier
Posts: 2799 - Karma: 30,357
BradFiAusNzCoCaI’ve never heard of panda buy and now I’m down a wormhole. It’s ripoff stuff and you just organize a shipment essentially? What are these agents they keep talking about?


And ur agent is basically the store/seller
2 years ago
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hegleezy
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If you have connections with anyone who works at a ski shop hit them up. Got my rush jacket by working in rentals for a month until I got discount privileges and dipped. Sweet jacket imo, get it before Gore-Tex stops using PFAS.
2 years ago
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SupremeChairlift
Posts: 309 - Karma: 4,016
SchizoSkierUr package has a chance of being siezed by customs. The bigger ur package the higher chance it will be seized.


Good thing my package is small
2 years ago
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somewhereeast
Posts: 75 - Karma: 118
SchizoSkierI bought rep arc off pandabuy and it is identical to the real thing and it’s also waterproof


rep skis next
2 years ago
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tominiemenmaa
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True. Used to have a lot of Norrøna, but ended up downgrading to Burton for looser fit. Definitely a step down but still high enough quality with Goretex 2/3L membrane.

For me, it's always been utterly impossible to understand how people settle for non-waterproof ski gear. Or the quality of the trendy parachute pant brands. Yes, the weather patterns have their differences geologically but I've yet to find a circumstance where the benefit of a proper shell membrane is non-existent in skiing pants. I ski in a hoodie for most of the days when the sky is clear, but whenever some form of water drops down from the sky, I'll wear a Goretex jacket too.
KilaTsunamiWhen it comes to outerwear. You truly get what you pay for.
2 years ago
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KilaTsunami
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tominiemenmaaTrue. Used to have a lot of Norrøna, but ended up downgrading to Burton for looser fit. Definitely a step down but still high enough quality with Goretex 2/3L membrane.

For me, it's always been utterly impossible to understand how people settle for non-waterproof ski gear. Or the quality of the trendy parachute pant brands. Yes, the weather patterns have their differences geologically but I've yet to find a circumstance where the benefit of a proper shell membrane is non-existent in skiing pants. I ski in a hoodie for most of the days when the sky is clear, but whenever some form of water drops down from the sky, I'll wear a Goretex jacket too.


Facts waterproof is most important. In fact thats all I’m really lookin for when I shop for new shit. I get my things from weird places. Like I have a nice wind/waterproof jacket from a boat store that works insanely well out on the hill and it’s fly. Only like 20 bucks. Idc about brand names anymore it’s all about color/style and functionality for me
2 years ago
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cali_invader
Posts: 44 - Karma: 314
The old Arc Sabre LT jacket is my favorite by far. 4th season and barely looks worn. I've been through branches, icy falls, etc and it's always unscathed.
2 years ago
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Piotr1aj
Posts: 6 - Karma: 17
Had an arcteryx beta lt and it was ok. Look at Rab. More features, comparable materials, and cheaper price. I ended up getting this https://rab.equipment/ca/muztag-gtx-jacket-aw20#, and it‘s been a great coat for resort/backcountry.
2 years ago
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sheddd
Posts: 116 - Karma: 495
eheethaight so you lot might not be the ones to ask but very close to dropping the cash on an arc rush jacket. question is whether they really are worth the buy, or just save the cash and grab something else 90% as good for half the cost.

open to input from people who've actually used them and also people who are going to bully tf out of me


I've got 4 seasons (~150 days) using a rush jacket 80% of the time; it's held up amazingly well (no issues though it seems to be a bit less waterproof now).

**This post was edited on Apr 29th 2023 at 9:47:22pm
2 years ago
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FinnJD
Posts: 31 - Karma: -57
eheethaight so you lot might not be the ones to ask but very close to dropping the cash on an arc rush jacket. question is whether they really are worth the buy, or just save the cash and grab something else 90% as good for half the cost.

open to input from people who've actually used them and also people who are going to bully tf out of me


i’m rocking my beta rn only problem i had with it was with the glue they use instead of stitching. cause yk i had the arc i had to be core and sinch the bottom as hard as i could. this caused the glue to separate and the cord actually came out. i repaired it myself and it’s fine now but obviously not resealable now. other than that they drip and core worth it fosho🙀

**This post was edited on May 3rd 2023 at 11:44:14am
2 years ago
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tomfoolery
Posts: 394 - Karma: 1,898
FinnJDi’m rocking my beta rn only problem i had with it was with the glue they use instead of stitching. cause yk i had the arc i had to be core and sinch the bottom as hard as i could. this caused the glue to separate and the cord actually came out. i repaired it myself and it’s fine now but obviously not resealable now. other than that they drip and core worth it fosho🙀

**This post was edited on May 3rd 2023 at 11:44:14am


they dont use glue dumbass, they weld the seams
2 years ago
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FinnJD
Posts: 31 - Karma: -57
thanos7thstonerthey dont use glue dumbass, they weld the seams


sorry bro didn’t know you worked for arcteryx. looks like glue to me brah

**This post was edited on May 3rd 2023 at 8:07:14pm
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tomfoolery
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FinnJDsorry bro didn’t know you worked for arcteryx. looks like glue to me brah

**This post was edited on May 3rd 2023 at 8:07:14pm


crack a book pal
2 years ago
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FinnJD
Posts: 31 - Karma: -57
thanos7thstonercrack a book pal


you new schooler kids are weird
2 years ago
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BradFiAusNzCoCa
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Are you being sarcastic? They tape it which uses glue
thanos7thstonerthey dont use glue dumbass, they weld the seams
2 years ago
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