Not this one specifically, but I am familiar with other BA down bags. As long as you have a sleeping pad with a solid r-value you should be fine..At colder temps a lot of body heat is lost to the ground..especially with BA bags.

Yes - true to size.

Maraschino and Fire are quite similar. The Garnet color is a bit more muted.

That being said, yes - you could use it as a casual winter jacket.

The R4 will provide more insulation - the pile is much heavier and the wind barrier is heavier weight. The Hercules has a shell, however, so it is more weather-resistant and will be more breathable. The Delta SV (http://www.backcountry.com/outdoorgear/Arcteryx-Delta-SV-Fleece-Jacket-Mens/ARC0138M.html) is a heavier Arcteryx piece which will be more comparable to the R4, minus the wind-proof barrier.

Dakine's site doesn't specify...hopefully someone who owns one will be able to answer this.

it folds into a z-shape. it is super easy to do and ends up as a block.

not at the moment. check in again soon.

Depends on if you're fat to begin with...but no it's not too bulky.

Yes. These are great hiking shoes. I like using them for high mileage days, with a light-ish pack. Obviously you aren't going to get the same kind of support as with a dedicated backpacking boot, but the lacing system is more than adequate to keep your feet in place and as long as you're not carrying too much your ankles should be happy.

Basically the wool and cap perform similarly. The wool can go much longer without getting smelly, which is convenient for longer trips. It won't dry nearly as quickly, but I find it's more comfortable against my skin and it keeps me warmer. It also lasts longer. Probably not worth it for double the price, but if you can find it cheaper its definitely an upgrade.

The 25 inch should be prime. Convenient..cause that's the only size available at the moment.

Most likely a small, though it would be a tighter fit. Length-wise it would be perfect.

You iron it in to the base of your skis with a wax iron. The proper technique to doing this is a bit complicated, but basically you're going to be crayoning it into the base and then ironing it in (gently, so as not to burn your bases). So you'd be putting it on as a base to protect your skis, and then applying more specific waxes on top of it.

no, it does not. (see the bit about those not being included)

yes, they are located on the edge of the back, approximately 1/4 of the way up. (just above and behind the side pockets)

The XS would fit you pretty well as a regular jacket. If you are looking for it as an over jacket/belay jacket then the small would work perfectly.

yep.

No, the outside is smooth

www.steepandcheap.com (SAC for short)I think you'll be wanting an XL, though i'm not overly familiar with this piece. The sizing chart above should be helpful.

unfortunately not, these are made for skinny skis only. the attachment mechanism fits around a nordic binding. if you're looking for a tuning setup for tele skis try something like this:http://www.backcountry.com/store/SWI0104/Swix-3-Piece-Vise.html

Different types of waxes will iron in best at different temperatures. Generally colder waxes require more heat. A good iron/wax will include a chart of temperature ranges. Of course, a Swix iron will only tell you what temps to use with Swix waxes..so if you're using another brand of wax you'll need to get the specs on it. Basically, it varies..so make sure whatever wax you get includes some guidelines

The clash is a great board for snowboarding on the groomers, all mtn, and runnin through the park. I would start on a board a little less expensive then bump up to this one after you've come to be familiar with the sport.My 2 cents: I wouldn't necessarily discourage you from starting out on this board. Like the commenter above said, it is a good all-around board, so you'd be getting a lot of bang for your buck with a board you can grow into. Also, it's not a ton of money for a new board- i think you'll notice a pretty serious drop-off in quality the next step down. Length wise, you're not gonna notice a huge difference between the two. The 160 will be a little bit more stable and the 158 a little more maneuverable. Probably err on the larger - it will be more versatile once you've mastered the basics.

There is a version made with a hood as well - but not this one.

Quite far. If you tuck your chin in it comes up to right under goggle-line.

258 grams (9.1 oz) according to the pata site

The shell material is a bit stiffer and it doesn't have the same pile insulation as the Core Skin. So..the Guide is lighter/more packable and more breathable - but less warm.

it's a great all-around board and riding it will make you a better snowboarder. however it won't be as forgiving as some of the more introductory boards out there. if you're committed to riding and don't get discouraged easily this will be a solid board to learn on, as well as one that will still be fun to mess around on once you've reached at the next level.beginner boards usually are softer and will be more conducive to initiating turns- burton makes a bunch of good options in and around this price range

no, bindings are sold separately

you open the mechanism by pulling up the piece in front with your hand. the auto version works by pressing down on the same piece instead

Yes, the inside camera block can hold a 200mm lens just fine. It has adjustable dividers so you can make it fit best around your setup.

A medium should be perfect.

it should be approximately the length between the tips of your fingers and the floor when standing with your arms at your sides

yep, the new flow plate is super well designed and should work for almost any configuration. you should be fine

getting a custom color might be a bit difficult. i would recommend going for an ordinary black jacket and if the trim is an absolute must, getting it added by a seamstress (or the like) as an aftermarket accessory. This is a great jacket that looks professional and is versatile, and does indeed come in black. so it could potentially fit the bill. perhaps another option could be to get gold printing/embroidery? this was always the method we used with our jackets in similar situations...and a much easier one than finding a manufacturer who can run one-off (or in your case 200-off) garments.

Yes, the poles come as a pair.

According to the Patagonia site they weight 156 grams (5.5 oz).

no, these are not waterproof. the waterproof version can be found here:http://www.backcountry.com/store/SAL1397/Salomon-XA-Pro-3D-Ultra-GTX-Trail-Running-Shoe-Womens.htmlthey will work fine for walking, but are overkill for that sort of thing. if you're going to be spending much time on the road i would suggest something with reflectors.

The Guide jacket, like many Patagonia products, is fitted for a lanky person. The arms are long and the torso is fitted. I am of a similar body type and find that the jacket fits great.

a medium should be fine..

Capilene wicks moisture faster, dries faster, and is less expensive. Merino is a natural fiber which is super comfortable, doesn't stink, and keeps you warm while it's wet. I don't care for merino as a skiing base layer because it doesn't dry that quickly, but a lot of people do. Merino's killer for wearing around when it's chilly though

Sure, they aren't nearly as baggy as sweatpants but they're super for hanging out in. If you're comfortable with a tighter fit then by all means.

It's supposed to fit so that it is comfortable (doesn't restrict motion) but is not baggy. So..well fitted, i'd say. Probably similar to Heat Gear on an average person.

Yes it is.

well it says 5 in inseam on the tech specs so...5 in inseam?yep, it's 5 inches. there's a longer version as well that's either 7 or 9..i forget which one.

I think you've either got this R1 pant, or possibly a capilene 4That would probably be Cap. 4. The checkered pattern on the R1 pants is quite a bit heavier.

i feel that there about the same -the fit is similar...i find that the waist size changes more depending on the frequency of washing than anything else..ie: my pants go from a bit tight to comfortably loose depending on how long ago i've washed them.

The cuffs are quite fitted, but they are also very stretchy. The older R2's had a more closed off cuff that Patagonia doesn't seem to be doing with the Regulator line anymore. If you have massive forearms (lotsa climbing) it might be a bit tight, but again they are very stretchy.The hooded version also has thumb loops, which the regular R1 does not...so there is a bit more fabric in that area.