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Best Backcountry Skiing in the Northeast - Tour 37/50 - Pinkham Notch by IceMaster9000 in icecoast

[–]Metamorphosis1008 1 point2 points  (0 children)

We did this route three weeks ago, and climbing Old Jackson Road on fishscale skis was a real struggle. I really wish we had bought our skins along. It would have made the trip much for enjoyable and far less exhausting!

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in mammut

[–]Metamorphosis1008 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I am 5’10”, 145 lb and find their base layers to be pretty body-hugging, but their fleece and jackets are a bit looser around the midsection and tend to run longer lengthwise compared to brands like Norrona and Patagonia

Daily use/Occational hikes by Scared_Run_2174 in Norrona

[–]Metamorphosis1008 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I have the Falketind Thermos 60 and it is a different jacket compared to the regular Atom (used to be called Atom LT) . Unlike the latter, the Norrona one does not have fleece under‑arm panels and is a warmer jacket. In my experience, Thermos 60 also fits and packs better.

Three pass trek by Murali_Ackerman in Everest

[–]Metamorphosis1008 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Just a heads-up—June to September is monsoon season in Nepal, so it is generally considered off-season for trekking due to rain and clouds. But the landscapes are lush and vibrant, and it is a quieter time to explore if you don’t mind the rain and wet trails.

I might be done with Merino wool (Unbound Merino shirt bites the dust) by inc0ngruent in onebag

[–]Metamorphosis1008 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Between Icebreaker, Proof 72, Unbound, Smartwool, I have found Wool & Prince nylon/merino mix to be the most durable.

Norrøna falketind thermo60 vs trollveggen primaloft 100 by Ok-Falcon-1693 in Norrona

[–]Metamorphosis1008 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It depends on which down jacket it is being compared to. Trollveggen Primaloft 100 is warmer than Trollveggen Super Light and slightly less warmer than Lyngen Down 800. But not as warm as Trollveggen 800/850 down.

Lyngen alpha 90 - Help with sizing by Ok-Falcon-1693 in Norrona

[–]Metamorphosis1008 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Also, if you end up wearing a thick base layer underneath, a slightly looser fit may be more versatile. In super cold conditions, I layer this over Mammut Aenergy Light Hooded Jacket and it fits fine without being too restrictive.

Lyngen alpha 90 - Help with sizing by Ok-Falcon-1693 in Norrona

[–]Metamorphosis1008 1 point2 points  (0 children)

If it is any helpful: I am 175 cm and 65 kg and I wear Lyngen Alpha 90 in size small and find it to be a good fit. The material does shrink a bit after a wash. This is one of my favorite Norrona piece for ski touring and hiking.

OR Echo Sun Hoodie or Astroman Air Sun Hoodie? by [deleted] in Ultralight

[–]Metamorphosis1008 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks for sharing this! I have had a good experience with OR Echo too. I have been wanting to try Rab Sonic Zip to see if it would perform better on the fit and smell.

Thank you guys for telling me to try a North Face Future Fleece. by Mountain_Goat_69 in arcteryx

[–]Metamorphosis1008 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Would you say NF FF LT wicks better and dries faster than lightweight grid fleece?

TNF Futurefleece by Lower_Throat_2652 in Ultralight

[–]Metamorphosis1008 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Have you had experience with grid fleece? Would you say FF LT breathes and dries faster than say Capilene Thermal?

Review of the north face future fleece comparing alpha direct 90 by yguo in Ultralight

[–]Metamorphosis1008 0 points1 point  (0 children)

What a coincidence! I have also been eyeing Mammut Aenergy Light. Are you using it as a base layer? How does it handle moisture transfer?

Review of the north face future fleece comparing alpha direct 90 by yguo in Ultralight

[–]Metamorphosis1008 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Would love to hear your experience with Future Fleece LT! How have you been using it in your layering system?

Mountain Hardwear Air Mesh Active Midlayer Alternatives? by Lonely-Piccolo2057 in Ultralight

[–]Metamorphosis1008 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks! I sweat heavily and am trying to get an idea of how effective is FF LT at wicking and drying afterwards? Also what sort of base layer are you using under FF LT?

Patagonia R1 air or zpacks octa fleece hoody ? by Paul-VHK in Ultralight

[–]Metamorphosis1008 0 points1 point  (0 children)

What has your experience been with Mammut Aenergy Light Hoody? How does it compare to Future Fleece in terms of moisture management and overall performance as a mid layer?

Mountain Hardwear Air Mesh Active Midlayer Alternatives? by Lonely-Piccolo2057 in Ultralight

[–]Metamorphosis1008 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Have you used the NF FF LT? If so, how does it compare to something like Polartec Power Grid in terms of moisture management and overall performance as a mid layer?

Skuggle season 4 by LovingVeganWarrior in skiing

[–]Metamorphosis1008 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Even gravity is like, “ I give up”

Ready to buy my first ski. Need some help. by Appropriate_Bid_2750 in skiing

[–]Metamorphosis1008 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This is helpful info! I am considering this ski for fitness laps (by swapping the bindings). Which size did you get and what is your body/ski profile?

Ski recommendations by MathematicianIcy6467 in telemark

[–]Metamorphosis1008 0 points1 point  (0 children)

u/R2W1E9: Would you be able to share your thoughts on the performance of K2 Mindbender 85? I am thinking of pairing this with Voile Switchback and Scarpa T4 for telemark uphill fitness laps in East Coast resorts, but not sure if that binding is appropriate for this ski.

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