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Character-Fondant-26 t1_jbrhcxv wrote

I got mine rowing for Purdue in 2003. It was a big deal then, and I remember it being expensive. I still wear it, not all the time, but it’s still waterproof.

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ripgoodhomer OP t1_jbrhimm wrote

Right on, what was your team’s policy? Mine was three seasons and you could order one.

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captain_flak t1_jbrql7u wrote

I got mine rowing as well. I like the extra flap you could pull down if needed.

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Prisoner-655321 t1_jbt602y wrote

Ya, it costs over $300 currently. It is nice, but that’s a lot of money. But I guess you get what you pay for.

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ripgoodhomer OP t1_jbtnz3i wrote

Yeah fifteen years ago it was cheaper, especially when we ordered the group rate.

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PaintedDonkey t1_jbv33r9 wrote

“We’re too poor to buy cheap things.”

EDIT: Perhaps I should’ve given some context. The quote is from one of Rajiv Surendra’s videos, and is the sentiment I grew up with. We didn’t have much money, but when we bought things, we bought the absolute best quality we could because we needed it to last. That’s the whole point of BIFL, and I feel like it’s especially important for people who don’t have much money, because buying something good once is often cheaper (and a lot more satisfying) than replacing it every couple of years. My grandmothers sewing machine cost them a month’s wages like 60 years ago, but soon I’ll be getting it (from my aunt, who it was passed down to). A family friend of ours has a couch that is over 50 years old. It’s been recovered a few times to match the fashion trends, but it’s still in excellent condition, looks amazing, and will be passed down to their kids.

$300 is a lot for a waterproof jacket, but if it’s really good, lasts a long time, and you spend a lot of time outside in the rain, then it might be worth it.

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xvtzero t1_jbqz022 wrote

Are you talking about the boathouse that sells skater/surfer clothing? I didn’t think they made anything with more quality than generic brands.

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ripgoodhomer OP t1_jbqzm2u wrote

I’m assuming since my jacket is in great condition after pretty regular use that it is a different brand.

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xvtzero t1_jbr6e39 wrote

You’re correct. I’m in Canada. My Boathouse is not the elite performance outerwear that is your brand in the states lol. Very confusing for 2 companies to have the exact same name

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ripgoodhomer OP t1_jbrak0o wrote

There’s also a really preppy company too with the name.

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UNDF t1_jbr6axv wrote

Is it still waterproof or does it bleed through? Did you have to retreat it with DWR?

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ripgoodhomer OP t1_jbr9dx6 wrote

If it is pouring there is some bleed through, but throwing it in a tumble dry seems to recharge the goretex

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fuck_off_ireland t1_jbrr6tj wrote

I would like to take this opportunity to ask people to never ever dry their technical gear with heat

Edit: idk apparently I'm wrong

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Superbikeboy t1_jbs3wy2 wrote

Most companies suggest drying anything with a dwr coating (this includes many gortex garments, even membrane jackets require a dwr layer to prevent the jacket wetting through). Drying with heat renews this coating, washing also helps clear dirt from the dwr layer which increases waterproofness/breathability.

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ride_whenever t1_jbs13aq wrote

How come? Arcyterx state to:

> place the garment in a tumble drier on a medium heat setting (40°C / 104°F) for 40 to 50 minutes.

Is that a bad plan?

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Whatadamnview t1_jbs449j wrote

Low to medium heat until dry. Most technical pieces are pretty quick to dry, so it may only take 20-30 minutes.

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ClnSlt t1_jbw2sya wrote

I’m not convinced the seams handle it well. My last $600 fell apart at the seams after a few years. Their seams really suck.

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Fr33domFries t1_jbu28h4 wrote

At least for mine, it'll stay waterproof for a while in the rain, but if you're out in it for a long time it will soak through eventually. Had a practice in heavy rain for a couple hours where I was the cox for the boat and had my phone in the kangaroo pouch for drills, and ended up having to get a new phone after. For anything less than that though they're great

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ecovironfuturist t1_jbrd3ak wrote

I had a pullover varsity letter jacket thing from Boathouse. Loved that thing.

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peglar t1_jbsv2ji wrote

I work in athletics. Most of our teams are issued Boathouse. We have jackets from 2005 that are just starting to be cycled out. Those are quality products.

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Junior_Ad2955 t1_jbqyd89 wrote

Always been thinking about getting something from Boathouse. Probably will

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ripgoodhomer OP t1_jbqykq1 wrote

The only downside of this jacket is the pocket situation. It has one center pouch pocket under the zipper, and it has one left hand pocket both Velcro and zip. It’s a little bit weird, but from an ergonomic standpoint for rowing it actually makes sense.

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iamtheallspoon t1_jbtpadd wrote

Wouldn't the center pocket be impossible to get into under a life jacket?

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ripgoodhomer OP t1_jbtq4oc wrote

You typically don’t wear a life jacket while rowing. I rarely ever accessed my pocket on the water, but the reason it’s a pouch is the oar will get caught and rip the sleeve style pocket on a hoodie.

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PeaceOfGold t1_jbs6ejk wrote

Got one from my high school and one from my Master's team! One stays in my camp kit as my go to waterproof layer. Being able to tuck the tail under me has been great on and off the water. The hood rolls into the collar on mine too.

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docmagoo2 t1_jbsnml5 wrote

Not sure if you use the term in the states but in the U.K. that’s a cagoule. Much loved by the Gallagher brothers and the charlatans

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Sir-Nicholas t1_jbsy3ok wrote

I like it but hate how it’s like 4 inches longer on the back. It’s not like that in the first pic though, does it tie up or something?

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bigkinggorilla t1_jbt6nna wrote

Seeing that other people are talking about it being for rowing, I’m guessing that’s to keep your low back covered all the time. If it was the normal length it would ride up every time you reach forward.

You don’t want it to be longer in front for… actually I don’t know why. Style? But the back part makes functional sense.

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ripgoodhomer OP t1_jbtoi9c wrote

You are correct but you can actually sit on it and still have full range of motion.

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ihaveadogalso2 t1_jbuyjbx wrote

Still have my boathouse from playing lacrosse in highschool. I don’t wear it anymore but it definitely looks as good as the day I got it.

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gameboy614 t1_jc0sd3u wrote

This is what this subreddit should be.

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RBDG t1_jbtwe4i wrote

Aside from being pullover and the pocket configuration is this basically the same jacket as the Blitz?

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ripgoodhomer OP t1_jbtwu5y wrote

It appears to be very similar, the blitz doesn’t have the flap in the back. The blitz seems to be more of an everyday jacket, while the Stevenson seems a little more specialized for rowers.

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Square_Possibility38 t1_jbusuot wrote

People out here pretending like their expensive goretex jacket is the only expensive goretex jacket that will last a long time

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ripgoodhomer OP t1_jbvim86 wrote

We’ve seen arcterx and Patagonia jackets, but I’ve yet to see a boathouse jacket. I’m not saying it’s better than any others but it has at least 15 years under its belt, is in good condition and you can still buy one.

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