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Patagonia Capilene 3 Crew - Long-Sleeve - Men's
November 13, 2009
In lieu of running w/ a jacket during the winter, will this keep me warm enough in 30 - 40 degree weather? I usually do 5 - 6 miles so I don't want to overheat but at the same time I want something that'll keep me warm. Also how does this compare to merino wool?
Helpful Votes: 0 Yes | 0 No
Backcountry.com Merino Crew Shirt - Long-Sleeve - Men's
November 10, 2009
How's the sizing? I'm 5'6 135lbs, should I get a small or medium. Also, I hear that this is equivalent to an Icebreaker 200. I'm looking for a stand alone piece in 40 degree 6 mile runs. Does BackCountry make anything that will suffice or should I go w/ Icebreaker and just shell out more bucks.
Helpful Votes: 0 Yes | 0 No
Backcountry.com Merino Crew Shirt - Long-Sleeve - Men's
November 10, 2009
How's the sizing? I'm 5'6 135lbs, should I get a small or medium. Also, I hear that this is equivalent to an Icebreaker 200. I'm looking for a stand alone piece in 40 degree 6 mile runs. Does BackCountry make anything that will suffice or should I go w/ Icebreaker and just shell out more bucks.
Helpful Votes: 0 Yes | 0 No
Icebreaker BodyFit200 Oasis Crew - Men's
November 10, 2009
I'm looking for something to run in during the fall/winter in 40 degree temps, will this be too thin or should I go w/ the 260. I'll be doing about 5 to 6 miles and don't want to wear a cumbersome jacket but at the same time don't want to freeze.
Helpful Votes: 0 Yes | 0 No
Icebreaker Slalom Crewe Top Long-Sleeve - Men's
November 10, 2009
Will a medium shrink into a small? I'm 5'6 140lbs, I hear that a small should fit me properly but can only get a medium. Can I wash it and shrink it to fit me or will it shrink way too much and be unusable.
Helpful Votes: 0 Yes | 0 No
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Mountain Hardwear Transition Super Power Softshell Jacket - Men's
November 2, 2009
How does this compare to the Transition? What are the differences (besides the pockets and the hood)? Which one is warmer, more durable, breathes better and more water resistant? Basically, which is a better jacket. Don't care that the Super Power has no hood, I'd rather have 2 side pockets (I can wear a cap)? I'm debating between the two, which is a better running jacket for the cold.
Helpful Votes: 0 Yes | 0 No
Mountain Hardwear Transition Softshell Jacket - Men's
November 2, 2009
What's the difference between the Transition and the Super Power besides the pockets and the hood? Is the Super Power an inferior or a less technical jacket (a tailored down Transition). Will the Super Power provide a similar fit, feel, and function as the Transition?
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Backcountry.com Merino Bliss Lightweight Long Underwear Top - Men's
October 21, 2009
I'm 5'5 140lbs, small or medium? How warm is this? It says it's a lightweight but is it more of a midweight layer. I'm looking to use it for fall/winter runs in 30 - 40 degrees w/o a jacket, will this do or is it too light? How does this compare to the Icebreaker 260 in terms of warmth?
Helpful Votes: 0 Yes | 0 No
Icebreaker BodyFit260 Crew - Long-Sleeve - Men's
October 20, 2009
I'm 5'6 140lb, small or medium? Looking for a running shirt for fall/winter runs, how well does this perform. Trying to run in 40 degrees (possibly colder) w/o using a bulky jacket (too much weight). How warm will this keep me, how well does it breathe and regulate temperature? Are there other shirts that perform as well (or better) but possibly cheaper?
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Backcountry.com Rime Pullover Jacket - Men's
October 16, 2009
I'm 5'6 140lbs, medium or small?
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Mountain Hardwear Alchemy Softshell Jacket - Men's
October 15, 2009
I have the Marmot Leadville and have been using that jacket for my fall/winter runs. It breathes okay, is a bit hot in anything above 40 but is not very water resistant. I was thinking of using the MHW Alchemy to replace the Leadville but am worried that it's "too much" of a jacket for that. Mind you I live in the Wash DC area, it gets cold but not sub-zero cold. I hear that the Alchemy is very water resistant, almost waterproof, one reason why I'm opting for it. But again, it feels heavy and my runs are usually 5 miles. Any thoughts ...
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Backcountry.com Stoic 2.0 Shell - Men's
October 15, 2009
I'm 5'6 140lb, small or medium? Is this as breathable as the Shift or moreso. Also is it somewhat warm. I plan on using this for running in the fall/winter in the Wash DC area.
Helpful Votes: 0 Yes | 0 No
Backcountry.com Shift Welder Hoody - Men's
October 14, 2009
Is there any difference between this and the Shift? Are they the same jacket w/ the exception of the hood? Is one heavier, more durable than the other? Will the welder keep you warmer than the Shift (hood aside). Is the hood worth the extra money?
Helpful Votes: 0 Yes | 0 No
Marmot Sharp Point Softshell Jacket - Men's
October 11, 2009
I am debating between this, the Marmot Leadville, or the MHW Alchemy. I'm primarily looking for a fall/winter running jacket. Also looking to have a jacket I can wear around town, something that'll keep me warm but not too hot and heavy where I'll overheat or have to take it off once I go indoors. The Alchemy, in my opinion is a better built jacket than the Leadville but is too hot (and no ipod/mp3 pocket) and is stiffling indoors. The Leadville has the side panels for breathability but not as warm if standing idle. I haven't had a chance to test the Sharp Point. I believe it's as heavy as the Alchemy but lighter than the Leadville. I'm impressed that is has pit zips. Do they really help regulate body temp when running (usually do about 5 miles). Has anyone used it during the fall/winter months to go running and use it as a casual jacket. Any thoughts ...
Helpful Votes: 0 Yes | 0 No
Marmot Leadville Softshell Jacket - Men's
October 7, 2009
I'm debating between this, MHW Alchemy, and Back Country's Shift, which would you recommend. I need a jacket I can run in during the fall and winter but at the same time keep warm. I hate lugging around a big down jacket then having to take it off when I go inside (like the mall). I want something a bit lighter but at the same time can keep me warm. Between the 3 which is the best (cost not a factor). I've already tried on the BC Shift, seems a bit too light. Any thoughts?
Helpful Votes: 0 Yes | 0 No
Mountain Hardwear Alchemy Softshell Jacket - Men's
October 6, 2009
How warm will this keep you? I have a MHW down jacket but hate lugging it around once I get inside. I'm looking for a jacket I can wear and still have it on when I'm in the mall. Also looking for a softshell I can use on fall/winter runs. How breathable is this? Will this be too much of a jacket for running in the cold?
Helpful Votes: 0 Yes | 0 No
Marmot Furlong Softshell Jacket - Women's
October 5, 2009
Thinking of getting this for my wife but am worried about size. She's petite, well was petite before she got preggers. She's still petite but w/ a belly. She usually wears an xtra small in North Face. Should I get her an extra small, eventhough her belly isn't or get her a small instead.
Helpful Votes: 0 Yes | 0 No
Patagonia Capilene 2 Zip-Neck - Long-Sleeve - Men's
October 3, 2009
What is the difference between the capilene 2 and 3, besides a few bucks. Also, in some colors, the sea grass wildwood, it looks quite fitted, atheltic cut, but in the others it looks rather baggy. Which is the true fit? And how warm is it? At what temps can I wear this alone and still be warm. I plan to use this while running in the fall and autumn.
Helpful Votes: 0 Yes | 0 No
Marmot Gravity Softshell Jacket - Men's
September 29, 2009
This and the Leadville are about the same price, what are the differences between these two jackets? Which is warmer, which breathes better, which is heavier and more bulky? In essence, which is the better jacket, the better buy?
Helpful Votes: 0 Yes | 0 No
Backcountry.com Shift Softshell Jacket - Men's
September 26, 2009
I plan on using this for cold autumn and winter runs, how functional is it? Will it keep me warm w/ only a t-shirt or light base layer? How breatheable is this for high level activities such as running? Should I look for another soft? I also plan on wearing this casually in lieu of pulling out my big MH down jacket.
Helpful Votes: 0 Yes | 0 No
Backcountry.com Shift Softshell Jacket - Men's
September 25, 2009
Is this insulated at all? How warm will this keep you? Also I'm 5'6 140lbs, medium or small?
Helpful Votes: 0 Yes | 0 No
Backcountry.com Shift Softshell Jacket - Men's
September 25, 2009
I like the features and the tech they put into this jacket but it looks ... off. Does the computer make it look different than it is in real life. Was debating on getting the Marmot Leadville, is this comprable, is it better? I'm looking for a lightweight softshell I can run in the fall and winter but also wear casually to keep me warm. Which one is better.
Helpful Votes: 0 Yes | 0 No
The North Face Apex Bionic Jacket - Men's
September 24, 2009
How does this jacket compare to the Marmot Leadville? I need something to run in when it's cold, windy, and wet but will breathe well (and keep me warm). Which one is better suited?
Helpful Votes: 0 Yes | 0 No
Marmot Leadville Softshell Jacket - Men's
September 23, 2009
What is the difference between the Leadville and the Sharp Point? I'm looking for a soft shell that will provide some warmth during the fall and winter but can be used for runs in the cold. How breathable are each, which would you recommend for outdoor activities but at the same time can be used casually for some warmth.
Helpful Votes: 0 Yes | 0 No
New Balance 909 Trail Running Shoe - Men's
September 23, 2009
how do they transition on the road/treadmill? are they strictly a trail shoe or can they be worn as a street trainer?
Helpful Votes: 0 Yes | 0 No
Mountain Hardwear Downhill Down Parka - Men's
September 11, 2009
how wind resistant is this jacket? does the conduit laminate block wind as well or is it only wind resistant as a typical nylon jacket? in lieu of getting gortex im lookn for something that is wind/water proof/resistant.
Helpful Votes: 0 Yes | 0 No
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