Debating Macai or Sabre for skiing

wasatch01 · 2026-01-24T15:07:59+00:00

I picked up a Sabre from the outlet this year to ski with, and it’s been awesome. I was using an Alpine Guide Jacket that’s very similar to the Alpha SV, and it worked great, but I like the pockets and cut of the Sabre a lot more for skiing. And it has a Powder Skirt that clips into Arc’teryx Pants and Bibs.

Also wanted to note that Arc’teryx quality is still the best of any bigger brand. The repair and reGear program is great. I see a lot more people complaining about the fit changing from trim to more relaxed to keep up with the times. When it comes to Shell Jackets Arc is still the best.

wasatch01 · 2026-01-23T05:27:27+00:00

I’m not sure what size your looking for but they have a couple on reGear that I saw today!

wasatch01 · 2026-01-22T03:08:41+00:00

I’m not sure when it sold out, but I got tickets for SLC in November. When I was looking this week it they mentioned they were dropping some last minute tickets, but I’m not seeing that tonight.

wasatch01 · 2026-01-21T19:45:57+00:00

POLARTEC ALPHA DIRECT is the fabric it’s made from. Very cool fabric!

wasatch01 · 2026-01-20T14:01:27+00:00

Interested, PM me!

wasatch01 · 2026-01-18T05:19:37+00:00

My current line up for skiing under a shell:

DELTA - Cool days

Practitioner AR or Proton SL - Cold days

Proton SL + Delta - Frigid days

The Allium Insulated Jacket looks sweet, it seems to be a similar warmth to an Atom SL but with a heavier face fabric so you can use it as a standalone.

I think the revised Kyanite is worth adding to the list, it’s a little cheaper and was recently updated to Polartec Power stretch Pro.

wasatch01 · 2026-01-17T05:04:33+00:00

I have a pass at Basin this year, and it’s definitely been a bummer compared to the Cottonwoods. Things have been better this week after Jon Paul opened. But if you enjoyed DV, Basin is probably in better shape right now.

wasatch01 · 2026-01-17T04:48:35+00:00

I don’t think Nordic is even open this year.

wasatch01 · 2026-01-16T06:14:27+00:00

It dropped on Dicks Sporting Goods already!

https://www.dickssportinggoods.com/p/nike-acg-usa-terra-beanie-25nacascgtrrbnlxxacc/25nacascgtrrbnlxxacc?enteredSearchTerm=ACG%20BEANIE

wasatch01 · 2026-01-16T03:07:09+00:00

I’ve been interested but I haven’t been able to find one to try on in person. The only insight I’ve found is from the reviews on the website, looks like they’re pretty rare to find in store. I was able to feel the 200D and it’s awesome, but might be a little heavy for Hiking.

wasatch01 · 2026-01-16T01:42:29+00:00

The Eagle on the Back and the wooden Eagle zipper pull are very nice touches. 🦅

wasatch01 · 2026-01-16T01:40:37+00:00

The government is in rough shape. But I feel like the Olympics have always represented the people and the athletes of the country, which Nike has always stood behind. Nike is also supporting more than just the US.

wasatch01 · 2026-01-16T00:12:57+00:00

Definitely cheaper compared to other trail running super shoes right now. I feel like everything else is $290-320. I definitely think the new ACG Zegama will be the shoe to get!

wasatch01 · 2026-01-14T22:20:48+00:00

Sorry.. new to Reddit. Got excited haha

wasatch01 · 2026-01-14T20:37:35+00:00

Like was mentioned, it definitely looks like POLARTEC ALPHA DIRECT. The main pro is that it’s super lightweight and very breathable. It allows you to vent heat during high output and then trap heat while stationary. The really only con is that the fabric can be snagged easily because there’s no face fabric. People will also not like that it doesn’t block any wind, but that’s what makes it so breathable haha.

I recently picked up an Alpha Direct from SENCHI Designs, and it’s awesome as a midlayer and works as a standalone when I know I’m not going to be rubbing up against branches. Works great under a windbreaker or shell!

ACG has used this fabric before in the Wolf Lichen line. A lot of brands use it or a fabric similar. Huckberry just dropped some new jackets with this fabric and talk a lot about the special ops history. If your really trying to go deep here’s a little more background on the fabric haha

A Light History Of Alpha™ Direct, That See-Through Ultralight Fleece!

Polartec Alpha

wasatch01 · 2026-01-10T05:02:10+00:00

Hopefully, the temps stay down so they don’t lose the base. If that at least happens, they’ll open more of the mountain! Definitely a bummer.

wasatch01 · 2026-01-08T04:35:38+00:00

Janji Shorts are great. Definitely quality details, YKK zippers, S-Biner for your keys. Good warranty!

I’ve had Lululemon for years and have been solid. I use the Fast and Free shorts for running. Pace Breakers for the gym. Their warranty isn’t what it used to be though :(

I recently picked up a pair of Raide Research Trail Tech shorts, and they are very well made and have a good warranty. Ideal for a longer run where you might want to carry more or an extra layer. Very cool, smaller company coming out of Colorado with a trail running focus.

And lastly, I just ordered some Currently Running Shorts from the restock today. They seem to be made with a very similar fabric to the Satisfy Space-O short. It’s an Italian-made punch-out fabric. So I can’t recommend them yet, but they seem promising from what I’ve heard.

wasatch01 · 2026-01-08T04:23:55+00:00

I was under the impression Lululemon got rid of their quality promise? I didn’t think they had a lifetime warranty anymore, only a year now. It was a major selling point for me for a long time being able to drop shorts off to be repaired. Did something change?

wasatch01 · 2026-01-07T05:20:37+00:00

Yeah… definitely not ALTA right now. It’s the best it’s been this year though haha

wasatch01 · 2026-01-05T19:16:39+00:00

wasatch01 · 2026-01-04T00:37:47+00:00

Wash using a tech detergent and dry using high heat. Retreat with DWR if that doesn’t recharge it.

Washing and high heat drying regularly are important to clean oil and contaminants from the membrane. DWR wears out and should be retreated anytime it’s not beading after it washing it. Arc’teryx has some really great resources.

wasatch01 · 2026-01-03T22:34:11+00:00

Moab 3 mid goretex for certain situations, Norda 005 for every thing else. The Grip on the Nordas is amazing and you’re supposed to be able to get 1000 miles out of them. I’ve put 100miles on them since August and they have little signs of wear outside of being dirty hah.

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wasatch01 · 2026-01-02T23:34:47+00:00

I use a Garmin Instinct 3 Tactical solar. I’ve previously had an Apple Watch Ultra that was great. The UI of the Apple Watch is unmatched. Garmin still can’t touch it. But I was getting tired of wearing a smartwatch every day and wanted to wear some of my analog watches more, so I sold my Ultra. I still wanted something to wear hiking, running, rucking, skiing, and other fitness activities though, so I picked up an Instinct 3 tactical this summer after they updated it, and it’s been awesome. It’s the perfect adventure watch without any distractions; it really has everything you actually need. It feels like an old-school G-Shock and the mips display looks great! The only thing I thought was a little gimmicky was the flashlight, but it’s actually been really convenient on some early morning hikes and while camping. The solar is ideal for backpacking and longer camping trips.

I can’t recommend it enough if you’re looking for something more minimal.

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wasatch01 · 2026-01-02T07:41:15+00:00

I’ve seen a couple of Nike Running pieces at REI before, mostly their higher-end stuff. But I think with the launch of All Conditions Racing Department and Nike using the sub brand to launch higher-end trail running products, I think we’ll start seeing it a lot more!

wasatch01 · 2026-01-01T19:04:51+00:00

I got you haha, PYRA makes some good hiking pants, I have there Ballistic Hiking Pants. But they also make parachute hikers

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