I came across these last season window shopping on the internet for an alternative to my old method (thin polypropylene under cotton). Not necessarilly the best choice, so I picked up 8 pairs of these for this coming season.

I have yet to wear them in my ski boots but must say they are plenty warm and comfy hiking around town in my snow boots. There is thin padding in the heal, shin and toes that i'm sure will aid in ski boot comfort and long term wear.

I'll update this review after I get a couple laps in with them.

Well made wool thermo that is comfortable and allows for several more layers with minimal restriction.

Thumb cuffs are a nice additional feature if your size fits your arm length.

'09 (I have purchased another pair for this coming season as the older pair recieved quite a bit of daily use and has shown wear at critical seams.)

Well made wool thermo that is comfortable and allows for several more layers with minimal restriction.

'09 (I have purchased another pair for this coming season as the older pair recieved quite a bit of daily use and has shown wear at critical seams.)

This is the one, (unless you have to have carbon fiber).
Has all the features you'd expect in a top of the line Giro helmet with the added quality and reliability of Motorola bluetooth.
No complaints whatsoever and very satisfied with the performance of both.
I'm wearing POC Lobes and they fit great.
I wanted the best and for $180 "Outlet" price i'm more than satisfied.

Ya, everyone asks about them thinking they are "Electric" or "Smith" 'cause the newer styles have little or no visable frame. No one knows where to get 'em cause they are made in Sweden.

I purchased the green lens with around 18% VLT as a starter lens in the middle of the spectrum. Also they are advertised as having more peripherial vision but I found them to be the same as Oakley Wisdom goggles.

Anyways, they gets lots of looks, stares and questions. Tend to fog up like any other goggle if you don't put them on right.

'09 (I have purchased 2 replacement lenses for the 2 extremes of light conditions - Yellow and Blue / mirrior finish. The difference is noticable and well worth the xtra coin. They change out easily in about 1 min flat.)

I'm 6'3" @ 220 and bought the XL so I could layer a Nuptse down 700 fill underneath. I wear wool thermos under fleece sweats under the Nuptse and it all fits very comfortably under the shell. Mammoth has had a few really wet snow days through the month of February and the Free Thinker II has shrugged it off as expected. I was also considering the Apogee Down Snorkel II Jacket (steep tech line) but 'glad I went with this shell considering I can layer a bit thinner come spring. Pockets are great and the hood tightens down enough without a helmet to provide ample protection. I'm sure you've read about the other features such as the powder skirt and RECCO system. Even though I've only been in up to my quads deep, it's comforting to have those features for the times I take a nasty spill.

It's true the xtra material on the top makes you look a bit like your ready to be shot out of a cannon but the function of the hat is really good and the form really isn't so bad.

The ear flaps are great for keeping the chill at bay and the draw sting helps keep it in place on windy days.

The material wears a bit stiff but is a high quality top that should take some abuse. Good cut and heat retention with a nice full collar.

Sleeves have the monkeythumb cutouts that can be used if the sleaves are long enough. My arms are just a bit too long to use the cuffs comfortably.

I originally bought these to wear in the car until it warmed up.

You probably won't drive with them though because there really isn't any grip.

A decent middleweight glove to help keep the digits toasty. They do absorb moisture and will get wet.

'09 (I have since purchased a pair of the 800 fill mittins and use these as a liner underneath. I have warmth when it's cold and dexterity when I take the mittins off to get technical with equipment.)

Very cush and when laced up offer adequate support. I wear them loose with a thin pair of socks on sunny days. On weather days i'm glad to have them at the -60F rating.

Waterproof shell and soft rubber tread for advanced traction.

Very satisfied.