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Posts by Ryan Jarvis‭

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Q&A Is department store merino wool less effective than branded (i.e. SmartWool) merino wool in staying warm and wicking moisture?

At my local Costco, I see a Kirkland brand 100% merino wool quarter-zip sweater being sold for $25. On EMS, I see a SmartWool 100% merino wool half-zip sweater costing $140. Would I be potentiall...

6 answers  ·  posted 12y ago by Ryan Jarvis‭  ·  last activity 10y ago by System‭

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Q&A Why don't we apply the principles of layering when it comes to pants?

Whenever I see clothing articles geared toward hiking and backpacking that discuss layering (base layer for wicking, mid layer for insulation, etc.), they always seem to discuss these things in ter...

5 answers  ·  posted 12y ago by Ryan Jarvis‭  ·  last activity 7y ago by System‭

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Q&A How do you determine current trail conditions before going on a hike?

In addition to getting the current weather report on the day of a hike, how does one find out if the trails are currently in good shape and what kind of gear may be necessary that day (i.e. crampon...

3 answers  ·  posted 12y ago by Ryan Jarvis‭  ·  last activity 8y ago by System‭

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Q&A Can a PVC rain jacket also be used as a windbreaker?

I have a Columbia 100% PVC rain jacket. It has a nylon lining. Can PVC material be used as an effective windbreaker? Are there any side effects (such as making me sweat a lot more) that could ...

1 answer  ·  posted 12y ago by Ryan Jarvis‭  ·  last activity 7y ago by System‭

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Q&A What makes nylon an effective material for hiking pants?

I often see 100% nylon pants a lot in stores. What properties does it have that make it effective when hiking? Is it effective in all seasons or just under certain conditions?

2 answers  ·  posted 12y ago by Ryan Jarvis‭  ·  last activity 7y ago by System‭