Arc'teryx Gamut Pant - Men's

June 19, 2008

Check the sizing guide which is in the center of the page--I ordered a size 30-30 through steep/cheap when it was offered. They actually do come in different inseam sizes (usually 30 or 32). If you're ordering, contact them and confirm they have the right inseam size for you

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Arc'teryx Theta AR Jacket - Men's - DO NOT USE

June 12, 2008

I just wanted to comment on a topic I mentioned in my review--without rating it again. Renotstamm was correct in that the DWR protection on waterproofed articles like this do need to be reapplied from time to time--but I didn't know you could do it yourself. Thanks, but I'm going to stick to the Granger product-line. Just after my original post, I found the care tips site for this product:http://www.gore-tex.com/remote/Satellite/women/outerwear/pro-shell/jackets/1183959670275As recommended, I've purchased the Granger's wash and shell proofing spray. I'm disappointed that this site doesn't feature a spray-on proofing product, because Arc'teryx are NOT supposed to be wash-in proofed.One small point of disagreement with bryan though--I like this jacket because it's lite and basic--weighing it down with the unnecessaries would only serve to diminish the possibilities for use. This is my only jacket without the warmth factor--and I'm glad!

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Great pants

Arc'teryx Gamut Pant - Men's

Arc'teryx Gamut Pant - Men's

Rating for this product: 4 May 23, 2008

These aren't the best "khakis" you'll ever find, but they are about the best you'd ever find in a department store setting--which is about where the pricing puts it. It is doubtful that these could ever double for dress pants--the pattern/stitching isn't conservative enough (logo is stitched on side), and sections are obviously designed for outdoors activities. What these are--are rugged pants for just about any outdoor occasion. The back pocket zippers are top notch, and the waistline liner is classic Arc'teryx (love the waist button too). The waist/inseam measurements (for me) were spot on. The stitching is impressive, and the material is rugged/comfortable. Overall, these are perfectly priced pants--and it's oh so hard to find attractive khakis that AREN'T dress-only. I own two of these.

I disagree about these being "heavy". They're not too thick, and the material is about as heavy as your average pair of dockers--and not so much as jeans pants. The material here is much more rugged/durable than your average dockers

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Great stuff

SmartWool Adrenaline Ultra Light Mini Sock

SmartWool Adrenaline Ultra Light Mini Sock

Rating for this product: 4 May 22, 2008

I managed to get a few of these cheap, and I'm not disappointed. They feel great, and they're not overly tight (based on the recommended sizing chart). I wore a pair for about a week, and they smell great! I was worried that a shorter sock like this would be problematic, but I prefer these to normal socks for casual use now.

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Good casual sandals

Reef Leather Smoothy Flip Flop - Men's

Reef Leather Smoothy Flip Flop - Men's

Rating for this product: 4 May 22, 2008

I bought 2 pair of these--they're really thin yet comfortable (good strap system). They're easy to get into, but they probably wouldn't be the best choice for walking along the water. I imagine they'd be really easy to lose in the water. The amphibian version looks really good.

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Ehh,,

ZOIC Libertee Mountain Bike Jersey - Short Sleeve - Men's

ZOIC Libertee Mountain Bike Jersey - Short Sleeve - Men's

Rating for this product: 3 May 22, 2008

This is a decent product. I got this last year when they were in two-tone colors (blue/white and red/white). The stitching is out he outside to presumably reduce chaffing--but I've never had a problem with any other shirt before, so I'm not sure how important that is. It wicks moisture well enough, and I use them for physical activities, but they don't look good enough to wear casually in social settings. They look like cheap department store shirts, but they're good enough to double as cycling jerseys.

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True to size

Arc'teryx Rho LT Zip Top - Long-Sleeve - Men's

Arc'teryx Rho LT Zip Top - Long-Sleeve - Men's

Rating for this product: 4 May 22, 2008

Top-notch quality, and perfect sizing for this product. I haven't tested this with layering as of yet, but it does feel good on it's own. I wouldn't wear this on it's own casually, as it does fit tight, and looks rather strange. The sleeves are a bit long, and I'm not a fan of the zip-neck (too tight for people with thicker necks). Overall, this is of better quality than a similarly advertised underarmor product. I'll be using this in the winter.

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They're good

Oakley Square Wire Sunglasses

Oakley Square Wire Sunglasses

Rating for this product: 4 May 22, 2008

They're cheap enough that you don't worry about damaging them, but good enough to use in any setting. The lenses don't scratch easily, and the frames are sturdy. The best part is the earpiece hinges bend outwards for those with bigger heads, and it doesn't feel uncomfortable.

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Very nice

Arc'teryx Blaze Crew Neck Shirt - Short-Sleeve - Men's

Arc'teryx Blaze Crew Neck Shirt - Short-Sleeve - Men's

Rating for this product: 4 May 22, 2008

These shirts perform great, both as base-layers and casual shirts. No need to fear moisture with this on. I went with black/blue and they look great. I wear them ALL the time... but beware anything which can pull the threads. They're fairly thin, and prone to damage depending on your activities.

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Decent for my uses

Icebreaker BodyFit260 Slalom Zip - Men's

Icebreaker BodyFit260 Slalom Zip - Men's

Rating for this product: 3 May 22, 2008

I made the mistake of purchasing this for something other than insulation use. I figured it could be used on it's own, but it's much too tight and designed primarily as a base-layer. I just don't like the zip-up neck, which can be problematic for larger necks. It's flimsy, and does not fold down as a collar (as pictured) for everyday use.

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great... for snow use

Oakley Evo Jacket - Men's

Oakley Evo Jacket - Men's

Rating for this product: 4 May 22, 2008

It's big.. really big. If you're into skiing, snowball fights, etc., then this is the jacket for you. But for anything else, it feels too big and baggy. The inner jacket doesn't look or feel great, which hurts the case that it's for all year use. The outer jacket is a bit more manageable on it's own, but I don't plan on playing in waterfalls in the summer. Returned

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Love it

Oakley Next Addition Long-Sleeve Polo Shirt - Men's

Oakley Next Addition Long-Sleeve Polo Shirt - Men's

Rating for this product: 5 May 22, 2008

These shirts look great. This might even be acceptable at work. It looks really good, but take my advise and buy a size smaller than you're used to. If you look at the pictures on the oakley site, they're apparently designed to look baggy

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Thumbs up

Blurr Slice Logo Hooded Sweatshirt - Men's

Blurr Slice Logo Hooded Sweatshirt - Men's

Rating for this product: 4 May 22, 2008

I've got two--they're very wearable casually, and fairly warm. They wash well without obvious frizzing. I haven't worn them actively outside, but they certainly don't restrict movement like most of my other sweaters. I'm just not sure they're worth $72 each though. Silly MSRP

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Quality is lacking

Oakley Tire Marks T-Shirt - Long-Sleeve - Men's

Oakley Tire Marks T-Shirt - Long-Sleeve - Men's

Rating for this product: 3 May 22, 2008

Hey, what do you expect for this price? It's cheap. It looks and feels like a department store offering. Actually, it's body-fit, so it doesn't look bad when worn. The detail is where it falls apart. Again, these wear a bit tight, so get a size larger if possible

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Sorry, but yuck...

Arc'teryx Epsilon AR Softshell Jacket - Men's

Arc'teryx Epsilon AR Softshell Jacket - Men's

Rating for this product: 3 May 22, 2008

I had high hopes, but seeing this in person was a turnoff. The outer material texture was a turnoff (hard to describe it). It wears a bit small, and it conforms like a bodyfit item. If anything, this jacket seems more like an insulating or base-layer. I can't see myself ever wearing it in a social setting. Sometimes the aesthetics make a big difference... It just wasn't for me. Get a good look at yourself in the mirror before ripping the tags off--not everything that rolls out of the china arc'teryx assembly line is a winner. I'd go with a Beta or Alpha model any day...

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Mediocre looks; Great performance

Merrell Uniform Jacket - Men's

Merrell Uniform Jacket - Men's

Rating for this product: 4 May 22, 2008

The price I got this at was a steal, so I gave it a try. I can confirm that it's moderately water-resistant, but it really shines in terms of warmth and comfort (inside). The outside has a durable feel, but not necessarily a pleasant texture. It also looks like something cheap you'd find in a department store, but WOW is it warm. If you're out in the cold, hit is likely the only layer you'd need. Unlike most hood offerings, this one actually rests well without impairing vision--and the lining does a darn good job of insulating your noggin in every location. The pockets have the same pleasant inner-lining. This jacket is long and rides down a ways--but not to your knees. The sleeves are short/regular.

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Functional and beautiful

Arc'teryx Theta AR Jacket - Men's - DO NOT USE

Arc'teryx Theta AR Jacket - Men's - DO NOT USE

Rating for this product: 5 May 22, 2008

One of the most amazing jackets you'll ever own. Outdoor people who see me with this offer a kindly comment. I've owned mine for at least 5 years now, and it still does it's job... though diminished. These things don't last forever unfortunately. You'll mostly begin to notice fraying and looseness around the 380N areas, and then the 480N sections will begin to soak in water at points. I wouldn't recommend ever putting this in the wash/dry cycles, even if they say you can. Even if it can't withstand waterfalls anymore, I'll still be getting good use out of this for years to come!

My only real complaint is the zip-in hood area... It's nice that you can tuck it into the collar, but it's thick and stiff as a board in that state. The best compromise is keeping it unfolded with the zippers half-closed. If they could improve the longevity a bit, it would be the best garment I've ever worn.

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Surprisingly good performance

Cloudveil Headwall Jacket - Men's

Cloudveil Headwall Jacket - Men's

Rating for this product: 4 May 21, 2008

To be honest, I expected more when I purchased mine. No matter how many times I've attempted to replace it with a more expensive jacket, I've always come back to the Headwall for my casual and everyday needs. It looks good in a casual setting, and you could pull off a conservative look (thanks to the collar). It's not the warmest jacket in the world, but it sure feels good--sturdy, but not so much that it obstructs movement--sturdy for a softshell. It's protected me well on windy days, and it's definitely water resistant--it'll reflect a lite drizzle (haven't tested further). It doesn't appear to pick up odors, and the outer material is tough to dirty/damage. I'm going to be selling off 3-4 of my seldom used jackets on ebay, but this one I'll be holding on to for years.

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