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So, I have been shopping around for new Winter clothing and am shocked at the prices for some brands of coats, boots, etc. I have noticed that Timberland's, Merrell and other name brands dominate boots and The North Face, Columbia and others are the big ones with coats. Are the prices worth the quality you get? I have a disability, so when I walk, a lot of pressure goes on my right side and tends to wear out shoes faster, so I started buying Nike's and have noticed longer durability than lower brand shoes.

Is it the same with the coat and boot brands above? Do they actually do well, or am I just paying for the brand?
 
ShadowKingpin said:
I have a Sam's nearby, so I'll have to check that out once I move back in a few weeks.
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Yeah, I agree with him on that. Check out Sams's Club. They usually have some nice 1/4 button sweaters. They also have some jackets sitting around, at the one I go to at-least.

Understand that some outdoors companies double as technology companies. Not only are you paying for their name, you're also paying for their technology.

Depending on your budget, you should look elsewhere of Northface. They aren't the only 'good' outdoors clothing maker.

Also, in the outdoors scene, the lighter and more compact the coat, the more expensive it will be.

Many outdoors companies are renown for their warranty policies, but make sure that you do a bit of homework before purchasing. Some companies have warranties for life, and they'll take your gear in and fix or even repair it.
 
M52B28 said:
Yeah, I agree with him on that. Check out Sams's Club. They usually have some nice 1/4 button sweaters. They also have some jackets sitting around, at the one I go to at-least.

Understand that some outdoors companies double as technology companies. Not only are you paying for their name, you're also paying for their technology.

Depending on your budget, you should look elsewhere of Northface. They aren't the only 'good' outdoors clothing maker.

Also, in the outdoors scene, the lighter and more compact the coat, the more expensive it will be.

Many outdoors companies are renown for their warranty policies, but make sure that you do a bit of homework before purchasing. Some companies have warranties for life, and they'll take your gear in and fix or even repair it.
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Thanks! Any particular brands you suggest personally?
 
so like there was one point in time when i had a red scarf that i used all the time, since it was the only one i had

a friend took pitty in me and bought me a new one, an orange scarf that was pretty fantastic!

but she wasn't ready to realize that i would use her scarf all the time, always, because once i get a piece of clothing that i like i use it until it becomes unusable
 
Scooped a levi jacket last year for around a hundred bucks, has a built in "sweatshirt" which has a double zipper and built in hood.
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I need a few more pairs of jeans and perhaps some extra thermals for this winter but I don't tend to enjoy winter much so I spend as much time indoors as possible.
 
I wear this 20 year old super puffy jacket that still serves its purpose well. Another essential piece is a pair of knee socks I've got. They keep my legs nice and warm.
 
When it's a bit below freezing I usually bust out the Canada Goose parka. I've been wearing a North Face soft shell in cooler weather but it's falling apart...piece of shit. Never overpaying for their crap again.
 
I have wool socks from Costco that cost like $10, warm as hell. Then, last winter I wore boots from Costco, $30, warm as hell and waterproof. Then, I also have a bunch of cheap flannel shirts from somewhere, maybe Kohl's or Walmart. And on top of that I'll wear a Berne (like Carhartt) jacket that I picked up for $10 on clearance, that also happens to be the warmest jacket I've ever owned. Bottom is usually some form of long underwear, usually my cotton ones, and some jeans.

But for the shoes, I will say that mine were done after wearing them for about 3 months. I think it's a known problem, or was, and they might have fixed it this year. I have my backup Timberlands and yeah, they're definitely worth the price. They got me through 3 years of construction work and still are good enough for winter wear, although they aren't warm because they're steel-toed.
 
I live in the southern US. Our winters aren't particularly cold, or long. However I do work outside, and when it does get cold (for us usually around 30F) I'll have a hoodie with a weather resistant jacket over the top in case of rain. Yes we have had rain on Christmas day, tornadoes in fact. My buddy had his house torn up by one one Christmas.
Ho, ho, hooo......
 
I can't wait to live in a seasons country and rock the winter, as it's the only weather type I can't be naturally in contact with. Winter clothes look great.
 
I stack up on long johns from Hanes and Uniqlo.

I want a new long coat this season but I just end up buying Geller shit I don't wear to work.
 
I agree. I like fleece shirts during fall/winter weather. I might try to get a ushanka in the future. Those hats look quite comfortable and warm.

When it gets too cold and I have to walk for awhile, long johns and a scarf are a must. Nothing is worst being stuck outside with a stiff neck or legs.
 
ShooterMcGavin said:
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Winter, Spring, Summer, Fall. My entire wardrobe.
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A man after my own heart. Jeans and a solid color t-shirt with a flannel on over that is my go to outfit. In winter I'll switch to thermals or long sleeve henleys for my undershirt and throw a jacket on depending on how cold it is.
 
When it's just slightly chilly I wear a thermal union suit under my normal clothes. Once it hits freezing I throw on a carhartt and cotton gloves.
 
This is my first time dealing with winter, but I really dig wearing scarfs so far. Keeps my neck really warm and I love the way they look.
 
I stick to 66 North for my outerwear both for around town and winter activities(snowboarding/snowmachining). It's pricey but my park riding jacket is going into it's 8th season as has held up better than my previous Arc'Teryx and Norrøna shells ever did. Somehow it's still the most waterproof breathable softshell I have come across.
 
Carhartt makes great quality stuff OP.

Cannot recommend them enough. Jackets, bibs, jeans with flannel inside for added warmth, socks, gloves, hats, pretty much anything you need. Can be pricey at times, but incredibly worth it.

I got a $150 coat from them last Christmas that is truly spectacular.

I usually wear a T shirt, heavy sweatshirt, heavy coat, long socks, thick jeans, heavy waterproof boots, gloves, and a hat. Sometimes with both hoods up on top of the hat.

EDIT: Will clarify, I'm in one of the coldest cities in the US. Temperatures in winter will not go above 0*F for days at a time, occasionally hitting -40* with windchill. My stuff might be a bit more extreme than others.
 
Chicago weather.

I love the cold more than most, so I'm in a leather jacket with thicker insides, a cardiagin, button up long sleeve, usually an undershirt of some sort, and thermals under my jeans. Usually, I'll double up on my socks as well.

Oh yeah, a scar. Sometimes earmuffs but they tend to look goofy as hell on me so I don't wear them often.
 
Yeah I need a really warm coat. I've gotten through past couple years with those "sweatshirt +1" style coats.

I had a North Face Apex but that really wasn't warm at all.

Trying to stay under $200. Will probably try to find a down jacket or something.
 
Where can I get cheap not fancy flannels from? I just bought a heavy one from Costco the other day and it's been saving my ass today, it was pretty cold today for the first time this fall.
 
I really like Army field jackets and cotton barn jackets - they're warm enough for me and I like the casual look. As a bonus, you can generally find them at decent prices.

That said, I live in Florida, so I don't get/have to wear them a whole lot - most of my cold-weather needs are well-served by a decent cotton hoodie.
 
Shorts/skirt, spaghetti strap shirt, and slippers.
Maybe pants if it gets below 68, along with the long sleeved shirts I bought about 5 years ago, and if the temperature drops below 64 I'll break out my non-rain jacket.
I wish we had a winter :(
 
Ultima_5 said:
Check out Costco or another Costco for coats and stuff. Cheaper and solid quality
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This, or spend $100-150 on a Carhartt which is the best winter coat you can buy that will last 5+ years. Carhartts have gotten me through Minnesota winters for the past 16-17 years and I'm only on my third one
about to buy a new one though since the pocket finally ripped out
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