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freeski919 t1_j9ovzf6 wrote

Canada Goose is excessively spendy because they're trendy. They work really well, but they also don't need to be that expensive.

That being said, good cold weather gear isn't cheap. Each type has its own pros and cons. To point you in the right direction, we would have to know if you're going to be active during the time you're outdoors, or are you going to be standing around. I've got a ton of great ski gear, but I'd never wear that if I was going to be standing around watching a parade. Or at least, I'd wear a lot more of it to the parade than I would to go skiing in the same weather.

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lostlittledoggy t1_j9pccm6 wrote

Hey thanks for the reply. It will be a mix of activity and Stationary from my understanding. I'm definitely erring on the side of more insulated. If I get warm, I have my mid layers figured out so no issues there. I cannot believe how expensive canada goose is and more so I can't believe how many young people just walk around the streets of Boston wearing one

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freeski919 t1_j9pjigk wrote

If you have good midlayers, I'd suggest going with an uninsulated shell outer. Your base layer wicks moisture and keeps you dry, and it's the midlayers that give you insulation. the outer layer is your weather resistance. That's what keeps the wind and wet from getting in.

The most versatile and useful cold weather outfit is one where each layer performs its own function, and not more than that. Heavily insulated parkas are great for when you're going to and from your car and buildings. Then you only want one garment to deal with. But for long days out in the cold, keep the functions separate.

As for brands, anything with a Gore-Tex or similar layer is what you want. Patagonia, Arc'teryx, Mountain HardWear are very good brands, as is LLBean. If you're headed to Maine, I'd strongly suggest going to Freeport to shop. The Patagonia outlet there has a 50% off clearance going right now, and LLBean has sales now, in both their main store and in their outlet across the street.

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