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Backcountry.com Stoic 2.0 Shell - Men's
I've got the shift welder hoody and wanted to know how the...
By Mike Merrill
Ranked #915 - Men's Technical Shells
August 20, 2009
I've got the shift welder hoody and wanted to know how the Stoic compares? It looks like the Stoic may be more waterproof (20k rating vs. "highly water resistant"), but what about breatability? Can anybody offer a solid comparison of the two?
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By Lawson Bunch
Ranked #486 - Men's Technical Shells
August 23, 2009
I have both and the shift has a lot more stretch in it because of the powershield, so by comparison the stoic will seem pretty stiff. The stoic is much more waterproof but that is to be expected because it is a hardshell. If you have any more specific questions about the 2 just let me know.
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By bill hartlieb
August 20, 2009
the welder material is the Polartec Powershield. this has great breathability. we actually measure the breathability with Air permeability - you can feel a little wind able to blow through the softshell to help in venting. The powershield will not hold up to constant rain, or warmer winter conditions of snow that melts on you. the Stoic Bombshell material is water proof. because it has a waterproof lamination, you lose some of the breathability. still great breathability that rivals goretex, and membrain, but can not compare to the awesome breathability of powershield
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Tech Specs:
- Material:
- [Shell] 3-ply Bombshell 2.0 stretch nylon weave with bamboo-carbon tricot backer
- Waterproof Rating:
- 20K
- Breathable Rating:
- 15,000g
- Core Venting:
- Underarm zips
- Pockets:
- 2 Hand, 1 chest
- Seam Taped:
- Welded seams
- Powder Skirt:
- No
- Hood:
- Yes
- Zip-in Compatibility:
- No
- Weight:
- 1lb 6oz (612g)
- Recommended Use:
- High-output pursuits in poor weather
- Manufacturer Warranty:
- Lifetime
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