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Round_Technician_728 t1_j65x6iz wrote

I might be wrong, but there is no clear outstanding softshell textiles that are better than others. They all depend fully on being taken good care of to perform as intended for a longer period.

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Background-Peace-912 OP t1_j660g67 wrote

Might just settle for a cheap uninsulated one for now.

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cherlin t1_j6928e4 wrote

Patagonia's softshells are expensive but worth the price of entry imo. The tech face r1 line is great for warmth and breathability that isn't bulky and easy to layer. The r2 line bumps that up and is great if you spend a lot of time in snow.

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mocheesiest1234 t1_j665uhe wrote

I have a Northface Apex Flex soft shell that’s tough enough to be my snowmobiling jacket, and an REI pack able soft shell that’s my active winter shell. Highly recommend both.

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regaphysics t1_j6687ji wrote

OR ferrosi is great, but not super water proof.

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_SoigneWest t1_j66br4q wrote

Fjallraven has a cotton-poly shell jacket that you can wax. The cotton makes it more breathable even though it’s only 35%, of course the wax makes it a little less breathable but it’s still better than all poly. I like that this material doesn’t get all clammy inside like 100% synthetics. I have hyperhidrosis so preventing clamminess is important to me and if it works for me, it’ll definitely work for the average sweating person haha.

They do lifetime repairs at their shops too. There’s a Fjällräven in Toronto.

They also have shell pants but I don’t know anything personally about the materials.

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Table9816 t1_j683wdz wrote

Check out outdoorgearlab.com, it has really in depth reviews of a wide variety of winter activity clothes. I've always been pleased with the stuff I buy based off their recommending even if I don't go with their favorite.

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J-the-muss t1_j69m9mj wrote

Check out truewerk. They make construction clothing for every climate. I have been wearing them daily as a PipeFitter for about 1-1/2 years. I am in California so I have no need for the lined/insulated ones, but the quality and durability is great. I believe the winter pants are called the t3’s. Super comfortable and great range of motion, and look great

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2EM315 t1_j6a9rkc wrote

For pants I love my Kuhl Klash pants. Great for winter outdoor rec.

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TommyVasec t1_j6cemgo wrote

I have a 15 year old Berghaus Twister softshell, looks good as new

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