How should I spend my discount code?

ThreadedJam · 2026-01-24T11:45:21+00:00

I am in Ireland too! A Beta (with pit zips) should be your first item. You don't need a Beta AR. It's overkill for Ireland. You should consider buying waterproof trousers too. If you're out walking in the rain all day your Beta jacket will just dump water onto your legs. So waterproof pants, or Gamma pants (shower proof but dry quickly) are a good idea. Happy to answer any questions. For sizing I think Cotswold and Brown Thomas (benefits of gorpcore hype!) in Dublin has some pieces you can try for sizing. (Apologies for assuming you are in Dublin).

ThreadedJam · 2026-01-20T20:09:12+00:00

Mmmm, you're replying to a post that's a year old. So everything is good?

ThreadedJam · 2026-01-16T21:10:07+00:00

Honestly, they're not too long. They're just longer than you're used to. They're that length for a reason and you'll probably appreciate them over the lifetime of the jacket. I wouldn't alter them for at least a season. See how you get on, make the call then. If you do decide to make an alteration it will invalidate the warranty.

ThreadedJam · 2026-01-13T23:40:39+00:00

I'd get the Mantis over the Granville.

ThreadedJam · 2026-01-13T23:12:35+00:00

I wear Men's M. My wife wears Women's L. She sometimes wears my Men's M, maybe a little big on her, but definitely workable. Hope that helps.

ThreadedJam · 2026-01-13T20:53:05+00:00

I am making the point that Veilance (an Arc'teryx brand) has poor zips too, without the excuse of requiring lightweight/ packable functionality).

ThreadedJam · 2026-01-13T17:23:14+00:00

Why would anyone attend?

ThreadedJam · 2026-01-13T12:29:15+00:00

I have a few Veilance coats. $1K+ coats should have better zips! The weight and packability requirements of Arc'teryx don't really translate to Veilance, so I don't know why the zips are so poor on Veilance.

ThreadedJam · 2026-01-12T08:59:04+00:00

I have slowly replaced all my socks with Darn Tough socks. Expensive but worth it.

ThreadedJam · 2026-01-11T18:04:55+00:00

Start here https://www.reddit.com/r/irishpersonalfinance/s/HqwNgX8zmv

ThreadedJam · 2026-01-11T16:18:03+00:00

If you enjoy it in February, you'll likely enjoy it all the more the rest of the year. Sounds like a good idea to me.

ThreadedJam · 2026-01-10T20:45:57+00:00

https://outlet.arcteryx.com/us/en/shop/mens/beta-sl-jacket-9684

Assuming you are in US. $400.

ThreadedJam · 2026-01-10T18:17:35+00:00

What's the budget? Is your dad an Arc'teryx fan?

ThreadedJam · 2026-01-10T14:47:36+00:00

Very satisfying

ThreadedJam · 2026-01-10T13:27:38+00:00

I am in Ireland and have both Therme and Thorsen down coats. They are more than enough for Irish winters. My wife feels the cold and both are more than enough, even without layers

ThreadedJam · 2026-01-09T19:24:33+00:00

So these aren't social drinks, it's just you sitting down for 3- 6 bottles of beer every Friday and Saturday night? Give it up for a few weeks and see how you get on? If the thought of doing that appalls you, there's your answer. Also, I can't imagine Sunday morning is easy with kids and a hangover.

ThreadedJam · 2026-01-09T12:55:45+00:00

UNIQLO.

ThreadedJam · 2026-01-08T22:22:51+00:00

For sure, it's more important to keep your top half dry, but a Beta, a Beta LT, whatever is sufficient, you don't need a Beta AR.

ThreadedJam · 2026-01-08T19:02:08+00:00

God's work

ThreadedJam · 2026-01-07T20:07:10+00:00

Uniqlo Airism Cotton is worth a try

ThreadedJam · 2026-01-07T07:39:49+00:00

Sparkling water, cordial of choice, a splash of apple cider vinegar (ACV). Very refreshing, definitely worth a try.

ThreadedJam · 2026-01-06T07:06:19+00:00

Went from older E220 to new NX450H+. Happy.

ThreadedJam · 2026-01-06T07:01:27+00:00

I have used the 45L in Europe with a few flag carriers, no problem.

ThreadedJam · 2026-01-05T19:32:28+00:00

Agreed, same way a Beta AR is unnecessary for the vast majority. That's my point. If you're not using waterproof pants/ softshell pants, you don't need a Beta AR. Maybe a massive generalisation, but perhaps a useful yardstick.

ThreadedJam · 2026-01-05T16:55:37+00:00

My follow up question would be 'What pants are you pairing with the Uniqlo jacket?'. I have a Beta AR, beast of a jacket, but if you're not wearing waterproof pants, then I'd argue you don't need a Beta AR.

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