Best sports & outdoors clothing according to redditors
We found 24 Reddit comments discussing the best sports & outdoors clothing. We ranked the 23 resulting products by number of redditors who mentioned them. Here are the top 20.
We found 24 Reddit comments discussing the best sports & outdoors clothing. We ranked the 23 resulting products by number of redditors who mentioned them. Here are the top 20.
https://www.amazon.com/Burton-Impact-Wrist-Guard/dp/B010HT2H04
They may have been a bit much... but my hands tend to get really cold!
If it was any warmer, even upper 30s, I would have worn these over my normal running gloves.
Pow Men's Pho-Tog Glove, Black, X-Large https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00LBCTUKW/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_9MA1BbEV3WNF6
I've had this pair for 8 years, haven't worn them a ton every year but they always make an appearance And have held up after all that time. A small tear on one of the Velcro straps but still straps tight.
I used them skiing, filming locals (from northern Maine) so used them pretty hard for the first few years.
I agree with most of this information, but for all of the people from warm climates that will see this, the winters are absolutely manageable, and the way this person wrote the winter segment almost seems like a joke. Suggesting a windbreaker over a thick winter jacket? Perhaps just bad wording, but bad advice. Over-the-ear headphones as protective winter gear? You've got to be kidding.
But yes, if you don't dress for the weather, it's gonna suck. Coming from someone who grew up in upper midwest winters and comfortably biked through the winter for all four years at the U, here's what I think you should get to be comfortable:
It's not hard to thrift for many of these items to get them cheap. Hit the thrift store before October to get your best selection-- heck, go this weekend!
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Also, after being directly connected with more students than I can count from classes and extracurriculars, I didn't know anyone who preferred using the Gopher Way. I wouldn't count on using it unless you want to add 10-30 minutes through isolated tunnels to your commute. It's far easier to reliably bundle up and walk straight to wherever you're going, as long as you can navigate the often-plowed snow (wheelchairs, crutches, and other mobility obstacles might be an exception).
45L may be on the small side. the most popular pack is exos 58 for example...
(i'd do zpacks 52 or 60...they roll close and they are lightest)
sawyer squeeze over sawyer mini..i hear the flow rate is really not worth saving the tiny weight difference. but, up to if you want to do tablets, bleach, etc
definitely ditch traction. ditch umbrella. get rain gear that has vents. montbelle versalight for example. pants with vents if possible.
zpacks rain mitts are overpriced. go look at others. also i'd get rain gloves AND merino wool liners.
OR rain mitts are great and super light:
http://www.amazon.com/Outdoor-Research-Revel-Shell-Charcoal/dp/B00FNJBKY8/ref=sr_1_sc_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1415309712&sr=8-1-spell&keywords=water+proof+mittens+ultralight
their liners i bought are a bit too thin in my opinion, but still very warm.
rab make greats jackets. i just got the xenon x and its amazingly light and warm.
the most expensive stuff, i'd try to look for deals on the items. if you look hard enough you might be able to find it on sale. (my xenon x i got for $160 vs $215)
didn't know about the ion stove, thanks!
Have you checked AirBnB yet? There's probably some apartments that you could rent that are close to hotels that are used as pick up points for excursions.
I used these guys when I was there in December 2015, https://www.re.is for couple of my tours.
I went on the following tours;
Warm Baths Cool Lights ( A geothermal pool, then northern lights )
Game of Thrones tour ( used greyline.is for this )
South Shore Adventures (Get to see the Skógafoss waterfall and the Black Sand beach, couple other stops as well )
Here's what I wore on most days.
Underwear ( http://smile.amazon.com/dp/B00Z8HWXIM )
Thermal Pants/Long Sleeve (http://smile.amazon.com/dp/B0064D1DNK, then the same kind of top)
3 in 1 Jacket ( http://smile.amazon.com/dp/B00HQ33NTY )
Snow Pants ( http://smile.amazon.com/dp/B00AHJM8CM ) I used a different set of snow pants, that I ordered through aliexpress, but had these along incase the ones I got from China didn't work out. They ended up being perfect, so I never even wore these.
Boots : Good set of Hiking boots, that were waterproof.
Wool Socks were a must as well ( http://smile.amazon.com/dp/B00TOWNXO0 )
I also had two sets of gloves. Ones that were windproof but touchscreen capable so I could take pictures with my phone. Then another that were heavy duty/waterproof just in case. I mostly just wore my windproof ones, as they were slightly waterproof as well. Also a really good beanie hat. I also carried a neckgator just incase the wind got to be to much for me.
Help me choose a snowboard/cold weather jacket
Here are the jackets I have saved after many hours of research, all of them have 10k/10k weather resistance.
Non of them are perfect. Some look good, but lack functions while others have functions, but don't look that slick.
My helmet is red, pants are black and my snowboard is white, black and red. Also where I live it gets quite cold in the winter (-30'C), so on the coldest days I would use the jacket to go around the town as well.
O'neil - All the functions, but looks too edgy, no?:
http://www.amazon.de/ONeill-Herren-Skijacke-Sapphire-450015/dp/B00L09WOL8/ref=sr_1_fkmr1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1415970481&sr=8-1-fkmr1&keywords=O%27Neill+Men%27s+PM+Galaxy+Jacket
L1 - Nice looking jacket(I'll forgive the diagonal pockets), unfortunately lacks the skipass pocket on the sleeve:
http://www.dogfunk.com/l1-omen-jacket-mens?ti=U2VhcmNoIFJlc3VsdHM6b21lbi1qYWNrZXQ6MToxOm9tZW4tamFja2V0&skid=LON000N-GRE-S
WLD - Functional and looks ok, not fan of the brown stamp on left pocket :/
http://www.blue-tomato.com/en-GB/product/WLD-Snowy+Moon+Jacket-301643489-denim+blue+melange/?back=fn4dow
O'neil - Functionality ok, looks too dark, also very "contrasty" pocket zippers: http://www.blue-tomato.com/en-GB/product/O+Neill-Utility+Jacket-301796739-blue+wing+teal/?back=nAUUhA
Foursquare - Looks a bit "adventurous", good functionality+price, doesn't have wrist gaiters, so if I crash in powder snow can get into my sleeves:
http://www.amazon.com/Foursquare-Label-Snowboard-Jacket-Medium/dp/B0053ZPG9C/ref=sr_1_190?s=sporting-goods&ie=UTF8&qid=1416323344&sr=1-190
DC - Goes well with my helmet, no skipass pocket on the sleeve:
http://www.amazon.com/DC-Mens-Axis-Jacket-Medium/dp/B00IJHX4V8/ref=sr_1_19?s=sporting-goods&ie=UTF8&qid=1416324395&sr=1-19
O'neil - Sleeve pocket to high, other than that, looks good:
http://www.amazon.com/ONeill-Snow-Jones-Shell-Medium/dp/B00KQ26N3U/ref=sr_1_51?s=sporting-goods&ie=UTF8&qid=1416324921&sr=1-51
DC - Looks ok, but weird design inside the hood:
http://www.amazon.com/DC-Forest-Jacket-Dress-Medium/dp/B00MJ2320C/ref=sr_1_53?s=sporting-goods&ie=UTF8&qid=1416324921&sr=1-53
Could someone help me find a jacket? This is gonna sound oddly specific, but I’m looking a big striped pattern style similar to these two:
https://www.amazon.com/DC-Mens-Overdrive-Snow-Jacket/dp/B00MJ20CAK?th=1&psc=1
https://www.the-house.com/bo3ti04ci10zz-bonfire-snowboard-jackets.html?utm_source=cj&utm_medium=affiliate&utm_campaign=feed&CAWELAID=600004150003955660&avad=932_e14f61159&utm_source=avantlink&utm_medium=affiliates&utm_campaign=816&netid=avant
I like the Bonfire one a lot but it’s sold out. The DC waterproof / breathability is meh
Here you goooo had to link Amazon since Burton is closed for climate change strike. If these don’t come with a liner you could also buy a liner to add a bit more.
Chamonix Talmont Hooded Down Jacket
$110
13.6oz total
4.6oz 850fp goose down
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07FSV796N/ref=cm_sw_r_other_apa_i_KE6TDbYDM981W
No first hand experience with it, but on paper it looks good.
Also, there's some pretty sweet deals on the Montbell Alpine Light Down Parka, my US Large weighs 14oz and it's really warm, I wore it with a fleece to 18,500ft. Check the Montbell clearance page (both US and JP sites).
As far as 3 season backpacking goes, I think the best combo would be the Cumulus pullover with a 100wt fleece. Modular, light, affordable and warm for <15oz.
For close to freezing and below I’ve used my spring skiing gloves.
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07CSCKX8C/ref=dp_prsubs_1?th=1&amp;psc=1
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B079K8H5JJ?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share
Anyone buy these burton pants https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B078WZ8CZ5/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o09_s00?ie=UTF8&amp;psc=1
Love em but after i put em in the wash (cold cycle like as directed) and then in the dryer (on high heat not low like suggested) they came out wrinkled as shit. I ironed them for 20 minutes but they're still wrinkled as all hell. Something with the stretchy material is making really difficult to not make it look like i just woke out of bed wearing them all night. I'm about to return them. Any suggestions?
I rock this http://www.amazon.com/Nike-FLIGHT-Century-Snowboarding-Jacket/dp/B00WFQN1IA but mine is black and blue. One of my favorite purchases of all time. I got mine for 110 though.
Definitely considering them. Although right now I am considering these Burton gloves for aesthetic reasons and the hand warmer pocket, assuming they'll be a similar level of warmth.
I have these Burton fleece lined mittens in a few colors that I absolutely love. They're a little bulky, but they keep my hands oh-so-warm in negative degree weather.
I was looking for some light-weight wrist guards that won't impact my ability to hold the remote or other items with my free hand & I came across some by Burton. So far I love them.
https://www.amazon.com/Burton-Impact-Wrist-Guard-X-Large/dp/B00NFS93DO/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1501795069&amp;sr=8-1&amp;keywords=wrist+guards+burton
https://www.amazon.com/Burton-Impact-Wrist-Guard-Medium/dp/B00NFS915O/ref=sr_1_10?s=sporting-goods&amp;ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1480689928&amp;sr=1-10&amp;keywords=wrist+guard
Welcome back! I'm really glad to see you.
I need this hat because I hate my haircut and I wear hats every day now.
I've liked the OR Revel shell in winter. Cheaper than some other options. Have lasted a couple seasons so far.
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00FNJBLA6/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_Z.kJBbGF2A2GM
Other than that I dont use special winter gloves really. I just add on to my summer glove setup:
Fingerless sun gloves+ sleeves w/ thumb loops go surprisingly far. Can put liners (defeet wool is great) and possibly thin mitten over that. Finally winter shell mitten over that. What I like best about this is that all items are pretty cheap and not the end of the world if I lose one.
Edit: what application do you want these for? Is this for real dedicated 10-20F winter gloves or 50F rain showers in the mountains?
This changes the answers tremendously. I dont actually find that a 100% waterproof glove is critical in deep winter (goretex shells are fine but often dont even need that much). I just have to be careful about not getting snow everywhere. If its really well below freezing theres not a whole lot of liquid water around anyway...