12/22/2023 0 Comments Strafe skiYeah yeah, we know some of you swear by pit zips. They are useful when you’re hiking in the warm and wet, but for our mild climate in Colorado, we find that the breathable fabric is sufficient for keeping us dry on the inside. One feature we’d eliminate are the underarm vents. As with all lightweight materials, these are not as durable as heavy duty surfaces, but the weight savings and packability make it a worthwhile tradeoff for many ski tourers. We like lightweight shells here at WildSnow, they pack nicely and the high tech fabrics keep us dry inside and out. Strafe Meadow jacket is a lightweight hard-shell made with waterproof/breathable eVent membrane technology. Available colors: Pirate black with aqua zipper, hot coral with indigo zipper, indigo with pesto zipper.Lining and face fabric: nylon micro ripstock.Insulation: Primaloft Gold, 100gm body, 60gm sleeves/hood.My bod is small/medium: 5’6″, 120 pounds, arm length (shoulder to wrist) 25″ (jacket sleeve measures 27 inches which includes 1″ of Lycra cuff. Nor is it a “belay” parka that’ll keep you warm inactive in chilly weather.Īthletic fit runs true to size. The jacket kept me warm skiing laps, but it’s not the huge puffy that will roast you in subzero temps. Incubator is designed for performance activities. Other features: two exterior zippered pockets, small interior chest pocket, stetchy Lycra cuffs, and hem drawcord. A large interior mesh pocket measures 9 inches wide by 10.5 inches high - roomy enough for climbing skins or a big sandwich. Arms are designed with ample length for longer wingspans. The large hood fits easily over a helmet. We especially liked the longer, flattering bodice, tapered to eliminate the Pillsbury Doughboy look. Strafe Incubator is a mid-weight jacket filled with Primaloft Gold. The WildSnow Girls took notice and recently nabbed a test ensemble. Now entering the 2017/2018 season, their shop showcases a full men and women’s line, good for backcountry skiing and touring mountains far and near. By 2011 they established digs at the base of Aspen Highlands resort. In 2009 they began developing technical clothing for skiing hard and moving efficiently during long days in the mountains. Contact them about Strafe.)Ĭase in point : Strafe Outerwear, owned and operated by Aspen hardmen and endurance athletes, Pete and John Gaston. (This post sponsored by our publishing partner Cripple Creek Backcountry. The exceptional few survive one way they beat the odds is by offering superior product. Thus, we applaud those who go for it and cross our fingers they’ll make it. Despite the mayor’s desire to make Aspen a hub for the backcountry industry, high rents, expensive housing, limited labor pool, etc., etc., make it a challenge to do business in the swanky mountain town.
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