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Monique Y. Herman wrote:
Not married yet, but dead set on getting there =) Did I dream you went on your honeymoon to some swanky hotel in ... Vail? Or is that still coming up? I'm easily confused. But you'll get used to it. Got any sisters? That wanna ski Utah? Cheap? Sorry, no sisters. I have a cousin in Utah, but I don't think she skis. So.. she's *just* a cousin.. like not a cousin-aunt-sister-wife. I could probably overlook the not skiing part. Is she a quick learner? -klaus |
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On 2004-01-17, klaus penned:
Monique Y. Herman wrote: Not married yet, but dead set on getting there =) Did I dream you went on your honeymoon to some swanky hotel in .. Vail? Or is that still coming up? I'm easily confused. But you'll get used to it. We'll be a Vail the week spanning the end of March and the beginning of April. If it weren't for the honeymoon, we could certainly swing the Utah trip. To be honest, we haven't quite worked out how we're going to pay for the honeymoon ... but we ought to be able to pull it off. That's what being DINKs is all about, right? Got any sisters? That wanna ski Utah? Cheap? Sorry, no sisters. I have a cousin in Utah, but I don't think she skis. So.. she's *just* a cousin.. like not a cousin-aunt-sister-wife. I could probably overlook the not skiing part. Is she a quick learner? Not sure I understand what you mean about cousin-aunt-sister-wife. She's not my wife, that's for sure! I would think she's a quick learner, but she tends to be more into "powered" sports (jetskis and whatnot) than the "self-propelled" stuff. -- monique |
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Monique Y. Herman wrote:
If it weren't for the honeymoon, we could certainly swing the Utah trip. Frame that and hang it on the wall. That's what being DINKs is all about, right? I have no idea. Even when I was married it was SINK. Now it's just NK. Guess you could call it ZINK. Not sure I understand what you mean about cousin-aunt-sister-wife. Bless you. There is hope. She's not my wife, that's for sure! So would that make you innocent, naive, or just haven't been to Utah much? I would think she's a quick learner, but she tends to be more into "powered" sports (jetskis and whatnot) than the "self-propelled" stuff. In that case, I have a coupon for some free Duracells I have no use for, that she is more than welcome to.. -klaus |
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"Monique Y. Herman" wrote in message ... On 2004-01-13, MattB penned: Monique Y. Herman wrote: snip I have two shells I ski in, niether of which have any kind of insulating liner. One is an older Patagonia Nitro shell. It's bomb-proof and has a detatchable hood that I keep detatched for the same reason you mentioned (helmet). I love it and wear it most of the season until it starts warming up. Then I switch to my Moonstone shell, which is a lighter weight Gore-Tex hooded affair. I think it's like this one http://www.moonstone.com/d_mshells.asp?id=083612 but a few years old (I forget the model). The hood is not detachable (would be nice if it was, but it's not a big deal) but it is stowable. It's nice and light and I take it hiking and backpacking in the summer too. Neither of these have insulation and niether are cheap. I hate cheap stuff, especially when it comes to something I use a lot to keep me alive. I don't like insulated jackets for active stuff because they make me too hot and I could always layer up if I need the insulation. I've had the Nitro shell for something like 9 or 10 years (maybe 600 days of skiing or so) and it's still in good shape although it has faded quite a bit. The Moonstone shell I've only had for about six years and it was a replacement for an older shell that Moonstone gave me at a discount after I wore the older one out and sent it in. Quality outerwear is a great investment, and choosing a company who stands behind their products is also important. Bottom line: you get what you pay for, and I think the $350 and $250 prices of these jackets was a good investment. Matt Thanks for the insight! Naturally, the model of Moonstone that you link isn't available in women's styles =P Then again, their women's styles seem to cut in far too much at the waist, which I think might be a problem for layers. I think your latter point is key -- I know that I'm going to be skiing a lot, so paying for quality gear (rather than paying for a brand name) is worth it. I guess I'll have to get over the sticker shock. I'll keep the tags on this REI shell and try to visit EMS, Gart's, and Boulder Ski Deals in the next few weeks to see what they have available. The jacket I got may end up being the best that I can find, but it can't hurt to shop around. Anyone have any other outdoor gear shop suggestions in the Boulder/Longmont area? -- monique Keep an eye out on www.campmor.com . I got a Northface Goretex Mountain Guide Light Buzzword Jargon (or something like that...) for almost half off list. Granted, list was close to 400. I've used it skiing, sitting in a boat for crew, as my normal rainjacket, hiking part of the AT, and while biking. So versatile. Two BIG vents, and in the front where they get wind when you're moving, so they can do a HUGE amount in terms of temperature control. Waist drawcord, bottom drawcord (although they don't have an inner powder skirt, but thats never really been a problem for me... yay New England!), full parka fit so it keeps that wind out nicely. Two big pockets in front, one small one on the sleeve, one hidden one inside, one hidden one on the breast right next to the main zipper. Zip in compatible, although 95% of the time I won't bother because it makes it easier to change layers around without it. The hood is oversized to fit over helmets, and designed so it turns with your head, instead of cutting off all your peripheral vision. Not removeable, but it is stowable, and I usually just leave it out anyway. SO nice for those rainy new england ski days. Also has more abrasion resistant materials where pack straps go, which is nice if you might hike in it, or ski with a bag. I think there's a women's model too; or at least a one of the equivalent current jacket. Problems: SUPER expensive. But hey, you get what you pay for, and I got a decent deal. No hand pockets. When I'm skiing, thats not a big deal, but using it as a rain jacket its a bit annoying sometimes. I think most of the newer jackets have hand pockets now. Its red and black, and a number of ski patrols have really similar jackets. When I'm using my talkabout with the remote mic/speaker, I'm occasionally (at least 5 or 6 times in two years use) mistaken for ski patrol. Granted, one time I was wearing my name tag from the ski area on it.... Don't be afraid to drop a little more than you want to on the shell jacket. I use that jacket almost as much as I wear my fleece... which is a lot. But find a good deal, they pop up a lot, especially near the end of the season. And I know if you find a smokin' deal elsewhere you'll find something to put that gift cert towards at REI! Jon Bond |
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On 2004-01-17, Jon Bond penned:
Don't be afraid to drop a little more than you want to on the shell jacket. I use that jacket almost as much as I wear my fleece... which is a lot. But find a good deal, they pop up a lot, especially near the end of the season. And I know if you find a smokin' deal elsewhere you'll find something to put that gift cert towards at REI! Actually, that problem sort of "worked itself out." It turns out that when I returned the REI jacket, they put the credit on my credit card. I feel mildly guilty, except that I've bought tons of stuff at REI, and I've forgotten to mention my membership a few times, so I guess we're even. -- monique |
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