Thread: Protective "Outer Shell" Clothing - more traditional than most :-)

Not on that specific pair, because I asked them to omit the pockets.

@Frodo what’s the sizing like on the Anorak mate compared to your usual clothing you wear here? I know they have a size chart on their website but physical size compared to garment size seems a fair bit different.

Thanks

@Hayden

Not 100% sure if I'm answering your question: but the overall 'fit' is fairly loose/relaxed. It doesn't hug your body like your standard hiking-style stuff. So while the garment will grab your body in the most critical areas (chest, waist and shoulders) it's looser in the arm-pits, at the bottom (over your thighs), and around your neck. Hence it appears bulkier than what it really is.

Cheers man that helps, been looking for a decent wool jacket for a long time, swannie is good but the extra pockets and weatherproof ness/robustness of these is appealing

No worries mate.

I won't bad mouth the humble Swannie, because it's a Kiwi classic in its own right (and I've got one of their old bush-shirts before they moved production to China).

But Micklagard is on a different level, both with regards to fit and performance.

The shorts are lined? Is that for comfort or warmth?


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Originally Posted by MSL

The shorts are lined? Is that for comfort or warmth?


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It's purely for comfort.

The 'green' lining in the shorts is a single layer of polyester. It's got a silky smooth texture, and this helps reduce friction on your skin (i.e chaffing).

Micklagard have a thicker 'foam quilted' polyester that they use for insulation. It's basically two layers of the single-layer stuff, with some foam sandwiched in between. It's not all that thick, but it does add a bit of extra warmth. It can be found inside the hoods of their jackets/anoraks, and inside their winter pants.

They also use fleece and wool linings in some of their garments. Depending on your needs/preferences, they can substitute one kind of lining for another. Or perhaps you don't want any lining at all - they can do that too.

Linings (listed in order of warmth):

*Single-layer polyester
*Foam quilted polyester
*Fleece
*Wool

I've had a chat with the guys at Micklagard and they're considering doing a discount for members on here. It'll only be for a few weeks I think, but it'll be a chance to snag some great gear for a bit less. I imagine it'll be in the 10-20% off range.

For NZ conditions, I'd recommend the anorak, shorts, and gaiters.

I'll update this thread later.

Now ya tell me


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Originally Posted by MSL

Now ya tell me


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We could do you a deal on a cape.

You need one. You'll look like something in-between Batman and Gandalf. Be a great costume to wear to town. I bet the chicks would dig that.

I have enough trouble with all the chicks as it is, I need stuff to keep them away.


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Right guys, so they've kindly agreed to do a 15% forum discount on everything on their website (including custom tailored stuff): https://micklagaard.com/

It'll be effective until the 3rd of May.

In order to activate the discount you'll need a code - private message me for it.


Just to make something clear - if we get an influx of orders for 'custom tailored' garments, you should expect to wait a bit longer. These guys make everything by hand, and it's only 2-3 people doing all the cutting/sewing.

They've got standard sized garments in stock for immediate dispatch. Check their online measuring chart to see if these will fit you. If not, the slightly longer wait for a custom garment is totally worth it!

Cheers,
AJ









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Bugger just ordered last night

Originally Posted by Hayden

Bugger just ordered last night

I'll sort you out.