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Ultra budget ski jacket for most days

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spoonbill
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looking for an all around good budget ski jacket max like 200$

looking for a shell like gray jacket that looks like a mammut or fly low , well insulated, waterproof , and whatever other technical stuff i should look for in a jacket. can you guys suggest some dope jackets to get?
Feb 28 2024 4:09PM
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dkels
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https://bloomouterwear.com/collections/mens-ski-jackets
Feb 28 2024 4:40PM
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spoonbill
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sold out lad
Feb 28 2024 4:41PM
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SofaKingSick
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$200 is "ultra budget?" jeez lol

but levelninesports.com is my go-to. tons of name-brand stuff for good deals
Feb 28 2024 5:16PM
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Voyage86
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montech
Feb 28 2024 5:24PM
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SlushSeason
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Flylow shells can be pretty cheap in their end of season sales. I got one for like $160 last april
Or go to a used ski store and buy whatever overstock they're selling
Feb 28 2024 5:49PM
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Non_State_Actor
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SlushSeasonFlylow shells can be pretty cheap in their end of season sales. I got one for like $160 last april
Or go to a used ski store and buy whatever overstock they're selling


This.

Just wait a few weeks at this point, spring sales are already starting. Flylow is at 30% off right now, probably see 40% in a month. Also keep an eye on evo for deals, level nine as mentioned by
@SofaKingSick take a look at Sierra as well. What size do you wear? If it's not medium or large you'll have better opportunities.
Feb 28 2024 9:07PM
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spoonbill
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can you guys recommend some solid grey flylow shells
Feb 28 2024 9:21PM
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migidimigi
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Do not buy insulated jackets, shells are way more versatile if you just layer under them based on the day and activity.
Feb 29 2024 2:06AM
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hi_vis360
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I rock a 30$ windbreaker most days
Feb 29 2024 7:26AM
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SofaKingSick
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Non_State_ActorThis.

Just wait a few weeks at this point, spring sales are already starting. Flylow is at 30% off right now, probably see 40% in a month. Also keep an eye on evo for deals, level nine as mentioned by
@SofaKingSick take a look at Sierra as well. What size do you wear? If it's not medium or large you'll have better opportunities.


oh dude thanks for the reminder, yeah sierra can be great too
Feb 29 2024 9:03AM
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spoonbill
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should i get goretex?
Feb 29 2024 9:08AM
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SofaKingSick
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spoonbillshould i get goretex?


where do you live (general region, i'm not coming to your house)? some places are cold or windy or wet enough that goretex and other more serious gear is helpful or needed but a lot of places don't. but also just generally i know from extensive experience that you can get good shit (10-20,000 waterproof/breathability) for a good price that isn't gore tex
Feb 29 2024 9:13AM
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spoonbill
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live in colorado but ski in utah a lot! looking for something to be my main jacket. i’m usually fucking hot. but want something that’s good for everywhere and like everyone said can layer underneath. i really like the look of the flylow quantum jacket, but i wish i could find them in gray. i’ve been looking at more expensive 3L and gore tex stuff tho. i really would like to find something for 100$ as i’m pretty broke.
Feb 29 2024 9:24AM
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SofaKingSick
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spoonbilllive in colorado but ski in utah a lot! looking for something to be my main jacket. i’m usually fucking hot. but want something that’s good for everywhere and like everyone said can layer underneath. i really like the look of the flylow quantum jacket, but i wish i could find them in gray. i’ve been looking at more expensive 3L and gore tex stuff tho. i really would like to find something for 100$ as i’m pretty broke.


okay yeah so you live/ski in a place that can def get cold. i'd say get a high quality name brand shell that's got good waterproofing, and then layer underneath it. with that budget i'd say just keep trawling levelninesports and sierra

if you're set on flylow and can wait, you'll have better chances at finding the right one cheaper in a couple months as post-season prices take effect
Feb 29 2024 9:39AM
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Yukon_Cornelius
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spoonbilllooking for an all around good budget ski jacket max like 200$

looking for a shell like gray jacket that looks like a mammut or fly low , well insulated, waterproof , and whatever other technical stuff i should look for in a jacket. can you guys suggest some dope jackets to get?


That 686 everywear goretex shell
Feb 29 2024 6:33PM
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fdWEARer
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check on ebay, I recently got a really nice coat for 70 shipped, and it was probably worth around 200 (it was just old and used, but still in great condition) I wear it more than my goretex jacket. if you dont mind buying used definitely check ebay
Feb 29 2024 9:09PM
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spoonbill
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ok guys but i need jacket/ shell suggestions that look dope and are 20/20k
Feb 29 2024 9:11PM
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jompcock
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https://www.independenttradingco.com/products/water-resistant-windbreaker-anorak-jacket-exp94naw

I have two of these and they bang. Tall T, Jiberish and a bunch of your favorite ski related drop shippers slap their logo on this jacket and sell it for $120. Definitely waterproof and fit is pretty good.
Feb 29 2024 10:34PM
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spoonbill
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anything like that but bibs?
Feb 29 2024 10:40PM
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Pablo_Sanchez
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hi_vis360I rock a 30$ windbreaker most days

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Feb 29 2024 11:07PM
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spoonbill
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jompcockhttps://www.independenttradingco.com/products/water-resistant-windbreaker-anorak-jacket-exp94naw

I have two of these and they bang. Tall T, Jiberish and a bunch of your favorite ski related drop shippers slap their logo on this jacket and sell it for $120. Definitely waterproof and fit is pretty good.


hey man are these thick and wind and waterproof? what do you layer under?
Mar 15 2024 12:14AM
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jompcock
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spoonbillhey man are these thick and wind and waterproof? what do you layer under?


I wear a down jacket, hoodie, fleece etc. under it, depends on the weather. It's a shell so it's thin and no insulation but definitely water and wind proof.
Mar 16 2024 4:16PM
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WoFIowz
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If you're broke, check out goodwill. Or also shopgoodwill.com. The thrift stores in mountain areas, especially rich areas have dope finds. Otherwise no reason you can't get a decent jacket with good ventilation from some knock off Chinese brand for $50 off Amazon. You're skiing CO and UT, not PNW so waterproofing isn't as big of a deal.

If you're broke, spending money you don't have on a nonessential item is kinda foolish tbh.
spoonbilllive in colorado but ski in utah a lot! looking for something to be my main jacket. i’m usually fucking hot. but want something that’s good for everywhere and like everyone said can layer underneath. i really like the look of the flylow quantum jacket, but i wish i could find them in gray. i’ve been looking at more expensive 3L and gore tex stuff tho. i really would like to find something for 100$ as i’m pretty broke.
Mar 16 2024 11:29PM
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WittyCong
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Check out resell apps like poshmark, mercari and depop. I have gotten all sorts of jackets on there for $100 and under. Latest cop was a orage b dog that some dude was selling for $50
Mar 18 2024 8:13AM
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