What Klim Jacket to get?
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sled-fiend
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I don't like putting stuff in my pockets creating bulk so I don't need much pocket space, so the pullover is my choice. Worn it for a few years now with zero issues.
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SledsWest
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Valdez! Its a gortex shell with little to no insulation so that you can control the temperature according to your riding style. If you're throwing your sled around and sweating a lot, layer less. If you're just trail riding or you get really cold, layer more. IF you're partial to Klim, get the aggressor base layer and inferno mid layer.
TIP: don't layer with cotton clothing...cotton kills. Use fleece or some other synthetic material that will wick away moisture/sweat instead of absorbing it all and staying soaking wet.
TIP: don't layer with cotton clothing...cotton kills. Use fleece or some other synthetic material that will wick away moisture/sweat instead of absorbing it all and staying soaking wet.
We picked Momma up a new Tomahawk last year and I was really impressed with it, cut shorter than the Valdez and she is really short waisted, so it's a good fit, really well ventilated, and I see the new model is even more ventilated.
I'm not much into putting stuff in my pockets either, hard stuff in pockets fricken hurts when you crash/fall off/down as much as I do!
I'm looking for a new coat . . . torn between the Tomahawk and the Storm. Not crazy about the pullover (like the look though) as I have two banged up shoulders. Besides I can unzip the coat at a break/stop and vent without having to remove the coat or my backpack.
I don't get cold much, so looking for a shell and good venting. I wear an old Rheima, great coat, but it's pretty tired, and all of our Klim gear is fantastic, great craftsmanship, quality materials and well thought out.
What a ramble, hope there is something of use in there. . . .
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I'm not much into putting stuff in my pockets either, hard stuff in pockets fricken hurts when you crash/fall off/down as much as I do!
I'm looking for a new coat . . . torn between the Tomahawk and the Storm. Not crazy about the pullover (like the look though) as I have two banged up shoulders. Besides I can unzip the coat at a break/stop and vent without having to remove the coat or my backpack.
I don't get cold much, so looking for a shell and good venting. I wear an old Rheima, great coat, but it's pretty tired, and all of our Klim gear is fantastic, great craftsmanship, quality materials and well thought out.
What a ramble, hope there is something of use in there. . . .
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tomahawk vs. valdez
The Valdez is the only coat offered that is Three Layer and PRO SHELL. basically what this equates too is if you are extremely hard on gear, get the valdez. it will hold up better for longer. if you are the average rider who rides in the mountains once a week, the Tomahawk will suit you perfectly. THe valdez is designed for the most demanding rider who is in their gear multilple times a week for extended periods of time (guides, etc).
The Valdez is the only coat offered that is Three Layer and PRO SHELL. basically what this equates too is if you are extremely hard on gear, get the valdez. it will hold up better for longer. if you are the average rider who rides in the mountains once a week, the Tomahawk will suit you perfectly. THe valdez is designed for the most demanding rider who is in their gear multilple times a week for extended periods of time (guides, etc).
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trestlecreek
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Which jacket has the most ventilation? My arms, below my elbows, sweat like a mother..... Do they all have zippers down the inside of the arms?
VENTING
all of the jackets in the aggressive line are highly vented. i would reccommend the tomahawk with the new improved intake and exhaust venting. if you like traditional "pit zips" that you are reffering to, go with the valdez.
all of the jackets in the aggressive line are highly vented. i would reccommend the tomahawk with the new improved intake and exhaust venting. if you like traditional "pit zips" that you are reffering to, go with the valdez.
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volcano buster
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Why not support your local dealer if they can get it?
Agreed !!!!!
I'll be rockin the new KLIM Vector parka
I'm a big fan of the increased abrasion resistance that these have.
I'll do the KLIM Vector pant.... even more durable.... especially in the knees which is more compatible with hard knee protection systems.
for the same abrasion resistance.
I'm a big fan of the increased abrasion resistance that these have.
I'll do the KLIM Vector pant.... even more durable.... especially in the knees which is more compatible with hard knee protection systems.
That Vector is nice but I think the insulation in it might be too much for me.
I went with the Tomahawk, i just got it. From what i understand unless you do lots of riding were you will be rubbing on trees and tree branches that you can do without the Pro Shell. So that's what i did, and i didn't like any of the colors for the Valdez. Either way i don't think you can go wrong with KLIM. But i did go with the TOG bibs since am hard on pants kneeling down crawling ect.
