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Backcountry.com - Gear Questions http://www.backcountry.com/store/all/GearQuestions.html Backcountry.com Q&A postings en-us Sat, 07 Nov 2009 07:15:34 GMT service@backcountry.com (Backcountry.com Customer Service) 60 How warm is this compared to the Rab Neutrino or other down's http://www.backcountry.com/outdoorgear/The-North-Face-On-Sight-Insulated-Jacket-Mens/TNF3635M.html?CMP_ID=QRSS_137105#question_137105 The North Face On-Sight Insulated Jacket - Men's How warm is this compared to the Rab Neutrino or other down's of the same caliber? question_137105 Sat, 07 Nov 2009 07:15:34 GMT How are the bindings? Would this ski be a good beginner club http://www.backcountry.com/outdoorgear/Fischer-Vision-Skate-Ski-Womens/FIS0056M.html?CMP_ID=QRSS_137104#question_137104 Fischer Vision Skate Ski - Women's How are the bindings? Would this ski be a good beginner club race ski? Thanks question_137104 Sat, 07 Nov 2009 06:58:10 GMT isn't this prettymuch the same thing as the BC Merino ba http://www.backcountry.com/outdoorgear/Stoic-Merino-Bliss-Shirt-Long-Sleeve-Mens/SIC0010M.html?CMP_ID=QRSS_137092#question_137092 Stoic Merino Bliss Shirt - Long-Sleeve - Men's isn't this prettymuch the same thing as the BC Merino baselayer? question_137092 Sat, 07 Nov 2009 01:03:03 GMT I have a small head this is probably big ha http://www.backcountry.com/outdoorgear/Discrete-Albelian-Beanie/DIS0004M.html?CMP_ID=QRSS_137091#question_137091 Discrete Albelian Beanie I have a small head this is probably big ha question_137091 Sat, 07 Nov 2009 00:54:29 GMT I have some kind of thin dakine gloves and I need a good glove http://www.backcountry.com/outdoorgear/Backcountry-Liner-Glove-Mens/BCC0141M.html?CMP_ID=QRSS_137090#question_137090 Backcountry.com Liner Glove - Men's I have some kind of thin dakine gloves and I need a good glove to were under them to make them a little warmer, which ones should I get question_137090 Sat, 07 Nov 2009 00:36:40 GMT How does the jacket roll up? I just bought the jacket and it's http://www.backcountry.com/outdoorgear/The-North-Face-Hydrogen-Jacket-Womens/TNF2834M.html?CMP_ID=QRSS_137089#question_137089 The North Face Hydrogen Jacket - Women's How does the jacket roll up? I just bought the jacket and it's exactly what I was looking for. But, I can't figure out how it's supposed to roll up and tie with the 2 little elastic loops and buttons (no toggle, as shown on North Face site). question_137089 Fri, 06 Nov 2009 23:57:57 GMT is it normal for the bottom piece (with the baskets) to have http://www.backcountry.com/outdoorgear/Black-Diamond-Expedition-Ski-Pole/BLD0468M.html?CMP_ID=QRSS_137088#question_137088 Black Diamond Expedition Ski Pole is it normal for the bottom piece (with the baskets) to have about an inch or two of slide/motion when it is in the collapsed/locked mode? question_137088 Fri, 06 Nov 2009 23:21:34 GMT Would this set be appropriate for skiing? There isn't a http://www.backcountry.com/outdoorgear/Columbia-Arctic-Andrea-Reversible-Set-Toddler-Girls/COL2123M.html?CMP_ID=QRSS_137087#question_137087 Columbia Arctic Andrea Reversible Set - Toddler Girls' Would this set be appropriate for skiing? There isn't a waterproof rating. question_137087 Fri, 06 Nov 2009 22:45:53 GMT can we see a pic of the wrist gaiters? i wish more companies http://www.backcountry.com/outdoorgear/The-North-Face-Astor-Softshell-Jacket-Mens/TNF4321M.html?CMP_ID=QRSS_137080#question_137080 The North Face Astor Softshell Jacket - Men's can we see a pic of the wrist gaiters? i wish more companies would have them as a standard feature. question_137080 Fri, 06 Nov 2009 21:36:30 GMT Does this jacket fit and feel similar to any of the other Arc'teryx http://www.backcountry.com/outdoorgear/Arcteryx-Tau-Fleece-Jacket-Mens/ARC0887M.html?CMP_ID=QRSS_137078#question_137078 Arc'teryx Tau Fleece Jacket - Men's Does this jacket fit and feel similar to any of the other Arc'teryx pieces? It looks like the Gamma MX, has fleece similar to the Maverick, and seems to have the wind stopping qualities of the Easyrider. Can anyone tell me if it fits or feels like any of those jackets? question_137078 Fri, 06 Nov 2009 21:17:09 GMT I've had foot surgery and have been told to wear a rocker http://www.backcountry.com/outdoorgear/The-North-Face-Hedgehog-Mid-GTX-XCR-Hiking-Shoe-Womens/TNF2845M.html?CMP_ID=QRSS_137077#question_137077 The North Face Hedgehog Mid GTX XCR Hiking Shoe - Women's I've had foot surgery and have been told to wear a rocker sole or (and) a steel shank. I am not familiar with the term "injection-molded TPU" What does TPU stand for? Thanks question_137077 Fri, 06 Nov 2009 21:14:30 GMT Looking into these for my 16 year old son, he is 5'8" http://www.backcountry.com/outdoorgear/Volkl-Gotama-Ski/VKL0054M.html?CMP_ID=QRSS_137073#question_137073 Volkl Gotama Ski Looking into these for my 16 year old son, he is 5'8" and 115 lbs, light but very athletic and skis 30 days a year. Is this to much ski or would he rock the mountain with it? question_137073 Fri, 06 Nov 2009 20:54:01 GMT .My 16 year old son is 5''8" and 115 lbs and is http://www.backcountry.com/outdoorgear/Line-Elizabeth-Ski/LIN0066M.html?CMP_ID=QRSS_137072#question_137072 Line Elizabeth Ski .My 16 year old son is 5''8" and 115 lbs and is looking at the Elizabeth or the Sir Francis Bacons both in 172 or ? We live in Montana and he spends most of his time in the trees and side hills skiing powder, a few small cliffs, and hits the runs on his way back to the chair. He is very atheletic a solid skier and spends 30 days a year on the hill, question_137072 Fri, 06 Nov 2009 20:42:35 GMT Anyone know the actual length on the large and x-large or how http://www.backcountry.com/outdoorgear/Special-Blend-Gunner-Insulated-Jacket-Mens/SPE0114M.html?CMP_ID=QRSS_137070#question_137070 Special Blend Gunner Insulated Jacket - Men's Anyone know the actual length on the large and x-large or how this jacket fits? I have a friend who bought a Special Blend Jacket and he says they fit smaller. Also, is the purple really that dark? I've seen a few pictures of this jacket where it looks brighter. Thanks question_137070 Fri, 06 Nov 2009 20:18:50 GMT How good is this jacket on the warmth side with a layer or two? http://www.backcountry.com/outdoorgear/Oakley-Mystic-Jacket-Mens/OAK1747M.html?CMP_ID=QRSS_137069#question_137069 Oakley Mystic Jacket - Men's How good is this jacket on the warmth side with a layer or two? We see it drop to -30C easy and id like to use it while not on the slopes too. What liners are compatible? question_137069 Fri, 06 Nov 2009 20:12:21 GMT Ive been looking for an insulated soft shell with sleeve gauntlets http://www.backcountry.com/outdoorgear/Stoic-Bombshell-Insulated-Jacket-Mens/SIC0020M.html?CMP_ID=QRSS_137067#question_137067 Stoic Bombshell Insulated Jacket - Men's Ive been looking for an insulated soft shell with sleeve gauntlets like this. Any chance this will be offered in another color? The blue seems a bit neon. question_137067 Fri, 06 Nov 2009 19:37:27 GMT can the ear warmers and inner insulation be removed to make this http://www.backcountry.com/outdoorgear/Giro-Encore-2-Helmet/GIR0085M.html?CMP_ID=QRSS_137066#question_137066 Giro Encore 2 Helmet can the ear warmers and inner insulation be removed to make this a non winter helmet? question_137066 Fri, 06 Nov 2009 19:35:51 GMT Can I use this with a bluetooth phone and a two way Motorola http://www.backcountry.com/outdoorgear/Giro-Tuneups-w-BT-Link/GIR0094M.html?CMP_ID=QRSS_137062#question_137062 Giro Tuneups w/BT Link Can I use this with a bluetooth phone and a two way Motorola radio? If so, will the bluetooth Mic work for the radio, and how hard is it to get a wire with two 2.5 jack ends one each for the Tuneups and the radio. I have the 2008 version. question_137062 Fri, 06 Nov 2009 19:00:23 GMT Does this jacket have any wind-resistance rating? How is it on http://www.backcountry.com/outdoorgear/The-North-Face-Redpoint-Optimus-Insulated-Jacket-Mens/TNF0760M.html?CMP_ID=QRSS_137060#question_137060 The North Face Redpoint Optimus Insulated Jacket - Men's Does this jacket have any wind-resistance rating? How is it on wind resistance? question_137060 Fri, 06 Nov 2009 18:49:49 GMT This shirt sounds awesome and I want to buy it. I am a petite http://www.backcountry.com/outdoorgear/Arcteryx-Rho-LT-Zip-Neck-Top-Womens/ARC0233M.html?CMP_ID=QRSS_137058#question_137058 Arc'teryx Rho LT Zip Neck Top - Women's This shirt sounds awesome and I want to buy it. I am a petite woman, 115, but I have a 36 chest. I don't want it to cling to me. Should I buy the small or the medium? question_137058 Fri, 06 Nov 2009 18:40:40 GMT Besides not including the iron, is there any difference between http://www.backcountry.com/outdoorgear/DAKINE-Deluxe-Tune-Tuning-Kit/DAK0182M.html?CMP_ID=QRSS_137056#question_137056 DAKINE Deluxe Tune Tuning Kit Besides not including the iron, is there any difference between this and the Dakine Super Tune tuning kit? (this kit does skis too right?:) question_137056 Fri, 06 Nov 2009 18:22:56 GMT It seems there have been some mixed reviews about the warmth http://www.backcountry.com/outdoorgear/The-North-Face-Sentinel-Thermal-Softshell-Jacket-Mens/TNF3629M.html?CMP_ID=QRSS_137055#question_137055 The North Face Sentinel Thermal Softshell Jacket - Men's It seems there have been some mixed reviews about the warmth of this jacket... I am looking for a solid multipurpose softshell jacket that will keep me warm in cold temperatures (lets say around 15-20F) but won't get me sweating near 60F. I'd like it to be a North Face as well. Anyone have any suggestions of comparable jackets to the Sentinel Thermal but possibly warmer? Not the apex bionic tho... Thanks! question_137055 Fri, 06 Nov 2009 18:18:26 GMT Is this a good jacket for backcountry skiing? I know that the http://www.backcountry.com/outdoorgear/Arcteryx-Alpha-LT-Jacket-Womens/ARC0102M.html?CMP_ID=QRSS_137054#question_137054 Arc'teryx Alpha LT Jacket - Women's Is this a good jacket for backcountry skiing? I know that the previous models (2008) look to me to more of a rain jacket, but I need a good jacket for skiing. question_137054 Fri, 06 Nov 2009 18:00:17 GMT what a cute jacket!! I need help on size though. I ski in -10F http://www.backcountry.com/outdoorgear/Special-Blend-True-Insulated-Jacket-Womens/SPE0172M.html?CMP_ID=QRSS_137052#question_137052 Special Blend True Insulated Jacket - Women's what a cute jacket!! I need help on size though. I ski in -10F usually so lots of layers. I'm 5'2'' and 115, will I have enough room to layer an underarmour and two fleece tops if I get a small? Thanks! question_137052 Fri, 06 Nov 2009 17:26:46 GMT Write your question here...Does anyone know what the CFM rating http://www.backcountry.com/outdoorgear/GoLite-Black-Mountain-Wind-Jacket-Womens/GOL0343M.html?CMP_ID=QRSS_137047#question_137047 GoLite Black Mountain Wind Jacket - Women's Write your question here...Does anyone know what the CFM rating for this jacket is? question_137047 Fri, 06 Nov 2009 17:15:13 GMT Is this actually fitted? I am always cold, but don't like http://www.backcountry.com/outdoorgear/KUHL-Prague-Full-Zip-Sweater-Womens/KUH0035M.html?CMP_ID=QRSS_137037#question_137037 KUHL Prague Full-Zip Sweater - Women's Is this actually fitted? I am always cold, but don't like the bulky "semi-fitted" look of most warm sweaters and this looks cute! and I NEVER wash wool... dry clean only - always... question_137037 Fri, 06 Nov 2009 16:45:21 GMT I am 5'2 & 154, what size should I get? http://www.backcountry.com/outdoorgear/The-North-Face-Khumbu-Fleece-Jacket-Womens/TNF0843M.html?CMP_ID=QRSS_137033#question_137033 The North Face Khumbu Fleece Jacket - Women's I am 5'2 & 154, what size should I get? question_137033 Fri, 06 Nov 2009 16:31:26 GMT What is the sell and lining made of? Can't find it on the http://www.backcountry.com/outdoorgear/Marmot-Venus-Down-Jacket-Womens/MAR0916M.html?CMP_ID=QRSS_137030#question_137030 Marmot Venus Down Jacket - Women's What is the sell and lining made of? Can't find it on the product page. question_137030 Fri, 06 Nov 2009 16:23:45 GMT hey just wondering what a size i should get in this board, im http://www.backcountry.com/outdoorgear/Burton-Custom-V-Rocker-Snowboard/BUR3188M.html?CMP_ID=QRSS_137024#question_137024 Burton Custom V-Rocker Snowboard hey just wondering what a size i should get in this board, im about 5 feet 11 inches and130lbs would question_137024 Fri, 06 Nov 2009 15:58:59 GMT Can I take out the insoles and put in my orthotics? http://www.backcountry.com/outdoorgear/KEEN-Venice-Sandal-Womens/KEN0022M.html?CMP_ID=QRSS_137022#question_137022 KEEN Venice Sandal - Women's Can I take out the insoles and put in my orthotics? question_137022 Fri, 06 Nov 2009 15:42:29 GMT Can I take out the insoles and and put in my orthotics? http://www.backcountry.com/outdoorgear/KEEN-Venice-Sandal-Womens/KEN0022M.html?CMP_ID=QRSS_137020#question_137020 KEEN Venice Sandal - Women's Can I take out the insoles and and put in my orthotics? question_137020 Fri, 06 Nov 2009 15:41:20 GMT How big is the hood? Does it fit tight, or is it large and b http://www.backcountry.com/outdoorgear/Columbia-Luxey-Bliss-Long-Down-Jacket-Womens/COL1998M.html?CMP_ID=QRSS_137011#question_137011 Columbia Luxey Bliss Long Down Jacket - Women's How big is the hood? Does it fit tight, or is it large and big? question_137011 Fri, 06 Nov 2009 15:21:57 GMT I have size 13 boots would I need 13mm or 20mm http://www.backcountry.com/outdoorgear/Palmer-PLS-Binding-Lifter/PAL0079M.html?CMP_ID=QRSS_137008#question_137008 Palmer PLS Binding Lifter I have size 13 boots would I need 13mm or 20mm question_137008 Fri, 06 Nov 2009 15:19:34 GMT would you say these bindings are very good? http://www.backcountry.com/outdoorgear/Ride-EX-Snowboard-Binding/RDE0128M.html?CMP_ID=QRSS_136988#question_136988 Ride EX Snowboard Binding would you say these bindings are very good? question_136988 Fri, 06 Nov 2009 14:45:59 GMT Do you or will you have this jacket in black?? http://www.backcountry.com/outdoorgear/The-North-Face-Crimptastic-Hybrid-Down-Jacket-Womens/TNF4377M.html?CMP_ID=QRSS_136984#question_136984 The North Face Crimptastic Hybrid Down Jacket - Women's Do you or will you have this jacket in black?? question_136984 Fri, 06 Nov 2009 14:34:32 GMT is there enough room for a helmut? http://www.backcountry.com/outdoorgear/Columbia-Attaca-Jumpsuit-Womens/COL2002M.html?CMP_ID=QRSS_136981#question_136981 Columbia Attaca Jumpsuit - Women's is there enough room for a helmut? question_136981 Fri, 06 Nov 2009 14:18:45 GMT Any zippin compatible fleece jackets? Besides non-fleece zippins http://www.backcountry.com/outdoorgear/Marmot-Tamarack-Jacket-Mens/MAR1231M.html?CMP_ID=QRSS_136978#question_136978 Marmot Tamarack Jacket - Men's Any zippin compatible fleece jackets? Besides non-fleece zippins like the Cauldron, are there any Marmot fleece jackets that are zippin compatible with the Tamarack? I've already tried the Marmot Roasta fleece jacket, and the zippers are unfortunately not compatible. question_136978 Fri, 06 Nov 2009 14:09:19 GMT Are these compatible with the tele NTN binding system? http://www.backcountry.com/outdoorgear/Black-Diamond-Shiva-Alpine-Touring-Boot-Womens/BLD0360M.html?CMP_ID=QRSS_136969#question_136969 Black Diamond Shiva Alpine Touring Boot - Women's Are these compatible with the tele NTN binding system? question_136969 Fri, 06 Nov 2009 13:47:43 GMT I'm interested in these just for the performance enhancement http://www.backcountry.com/outdoorgear/Palmer-PLS-Binding-Lifter/PAL0079M.html?CMP_ID=QRSS_136956#question_136956 Palmer PLS Binding Lifter I'm interested in these just for the performance enhancement (I don't have dragging issues with my feet). For performance purposes alone, which style would I be best to use? question_136956 Fri, 06 Nov 2009 13:20:48 GMT Can this product be shipped to Canada? http://www.backcountry.com/outdoorgear/Burton-White-Collection-Riding-Jacket-Womens/BUR2839M.html?CMP_ID=QRSS_136952#question_136952 Burton White Collection Riding Jacket - Women's Can this product be shipped to Canada? question_136952 Fri, 06 Nov 2009 12:35:52 GMT