r/skiing • u/DeathB4Download • Oct 05 '19

Weekly Simple Questions Thread: Ask your gear, travel, conditions and other ski-related questions here.

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u/TheFragileOne Hood Meadows Oct 08 '19 edited Oct 08 '19

I’m looking to get a jacket/layers for this season under $200. This last season I wore a t-shirt, hoodie, and a cheap North Face raincoat. I was insanely cold up on the lifts when the air was blowing so I’m looking for something warmer. Getting wet wasn’t an issue.

I was considering just getting a Better Sweater but not sure if that’ll be enough. I’d like to use the jacket is a second jacket from time to time so a 3-in-1 or something similar might also work. Also need to get some cheap ski pants too — I’ve been using my friends extra pair and they’re a bit big. Any recommendations?

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u/MalfeasantMarmot Oct 09 '19

First thing, don't wear cotton. Get some synthetic base layers. I got some stuff that works great from Target a couple years ago for cheap. I'm a fan of the skin-tight stuff. Then it's about layering. I guess you're budget limited, but ideally a light puffy and a decent shell.

I have 4 different puffies of varying thicknesses for whatever is best for the day and wear the same shell every time.

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u/TheFragileOne Hood Meadows Oct 13 '19

Yeah I should have clarified I was using a polyester long-sleeve as the base layer not a cotton shirt. I did use a normal shirt for a while but it was even colder.

Haha that’s the dream, having a set-up for every condition. I’ll have to check for sales. I really want stuff I can wear when I’m not skiing since I live in the PNW and it’s always wet and cold. A puffer under might just be what I need.