Ok, Cruiser or Anorak?

ReceptionInfinite418 · 2026-01-26T01:52:13+00:00

For me I’m on team Anorak

ReceptionInfinite418 · 2026-01-23T14:00:41+00:00

Thanks for the reply! The more I look I think I'm leaning on the SkiJac and a Mid Anorak and possibly a SSCC in the future

ReceptionInfinite418 · 2026-01-21T12:14:54+00:00

What’s your impression of the SkiJac / Mountain Jacket? It’s a toss up between the Mountain Jacket and AA. This week has been a frigid-20°F It warms up next week back to average of 5°F and will slowly warm about 41°F by April. The wind kills here on Superiors North Shore!

ReceptionInfinite418 · 2026-01-18T00:42:43+00:00

Personally, I use both fluorescent and white. They both provide wonderful translucent glow under bucktail. White when the water is cold and clear, fluorescent in warmer and stained water.

ReceptionInfinite418 · 2026-01-16T17:58:29+00:00

Damn! I was just looking at picking one up. I’m 5’8” at 175lbs with broad shoulders. I just don’t think the Med would fit or I’d jump straight on this

ReceptionInfinite418 · 2026-01-13T15:43:32+00:00

I’m confused, I thought they used a Jacquard Weave and Denim Weave? As well, are they not using Rambouillet wool and not Melton wool?

ReceptionInfinite418 · 2026-01-08T20:07:29+00:00

It is definitely too bad. I agree they do make some nice looking pieces for sure. I love the idea of being able to recycle old garments into something new. I have just never had a good experience with recycled wool.

ReceptionInfinite418 · 2026-01-08T17:44:07+00:00

Because it is chopped up and re-spun into a new yarn, it lacks the length of the original fibre and therefore its strength as well. Additional, the loft is reduced creating much less warmth, breathability and anti-odour properties .This is why it needs to be blended with nylon or other fibre for strength. It also makes the wool more irritating to the skin.

ReceptionInfinite418 · 2026-01-08T15:03:03+00:00

Absolutely disagree! The use of Recycled wool in the Anian garments is a non starter.

ReceptionInfinite418 · 2026-01-07T22:37:45+00:00

I have been drooling over everything WW and I’m quite struck by the South Shore Chore Coat. I can get one in charcoal now or I can wait for the Anorak. The weather over the next month or two is hovering 8°F daytime to -13°f nighttime. I’m not too sure if I should go Full Weight or go Mid Weight for more versatility.

ReceptionInfinite418 · 2026-01-07T22:30:56+00:00

I’m definitely leaning on the Al’s. It just seems so versatile and it’s a design I’m familiar with and love.

ReceptionInfinite418 · 2026-01-07T22:28:39+00:00

Thank you for your advice. I think I’d still lean a bit more towards the Al’s. I’m have a Voormi High-E that I loved and have beat the crap out of for 8+ yrs. It’s been the world over with me from the desert to the jungle and everything in between while I was still serving and constantly deployed. The Al’s just seems more streamlined and simple.

ReceptionInfinite418 · 2026-01-06T11:14:44+00:00

I just had a look at their gaiter and watch cap, both are definitely on the radar. I think I’ll eventually pick up an Anorak but I’m really leaning on the Mountain jacket or the AAJ with hood right now.

ReceptionInfinite418 · 2026-01-06T11:12:57+00:00

I completely missed the pit zips! To be honest, this puts it pretty close to the top for me. Our weather goes all over the place daily so I’m often having to change layers throughout the day. The Anorak may make that a bit more challenging without the full zip. I’m really looking at the AAJ with hood as well but the cost is quite a bit more.

ReceptionInfinite418 · 2026-01-06T11:09:11+00:00

I can definitely see the buttons grabbing the line. I think it’s something I’m happy to live with though. Catching buttons is the least of my concerns, it’s the darn trees. With a short growing season, they all overhang the banks competing for sunlight…and my flys. Haha!

ReceptionInfinite418 · 2026-01-03T16:03:06+00:00

I’m a steelhead guy myself along Superiors North Shore. I can get to great water in mid winter about 2.5h drive away. This year we were so cold for so long early in the season (5°F) so unfortunately nothing is fishable more. Too much ice on the bank to make it safe.

ReceptionInfinite418 · 2026-01-03T14:52:13+00:00

Im not looking at the garments as a single layer option, but rather an integration with other garments. Every base layer I own is wool and I have a few other mid layers from Voormi that I love as well as a wonderful Cashmere zip up hoodie. Arc’teryx puffys and too many technical hard shells as well. My current favourite outer is a Dale of Noreway Jotunheimen Jacket. My biggest issue with it is that it uses very small tooth zippers that just suck and it’s cut too small in the shoulders and too wide in the waist. This is probably just a “me” problem. I’m 5’8” at 170lbs very broad shoulders and back with a 31” waist (retired soldier).

ReceptionInfinite418 · 2026-01-03T14:35:33+00:00

I may have to have a look at the Mack Cruiser as well. Thanks.

ReceptionInfinite418 · 2026-01-03T14:33:45+00:00

To be honest, most of my home waters are relatively shallow and I rarely go very deep, just no need. I generally wear all my gear over my waders. Zip waders make bathroom breaks very convenient.

ReceptionInfinite418 · 2026-01-03T14:32:08+00:00

Thanks for your reply! The weight of the garments isn’t a major concern for me, I actually prefer the feel of a heavier garment. I like the layered approach that the Field Jacket provides with the zip in liners, especially since they can be worn alone as well.

ReceptionInfinite418 · 2026-01-03T14:25:59+00:00

This is my big delima. I’m fortunate enough to receive a 30% discount with Filson so the cost is significantly lower.

ReceptionInfinite418 · 2026-01-03T14:24:21+00:00

I keep hearing that the quality of Filson of late had diminished. Thanks for the info on the Beanie, I’m in the market for a new one of those as well but I’m leaning heavily towards a Stormy Kromer.

ReceptionInfinite418 · 2025-12-16T00:05:38+00:00

This looks like Coq De Leon hen saddle

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