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Tiger
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15th Jan 12 at 19:44   View User's Profile U2U Member Reply With Quote
I bought a shell jacket today from Go Outdoors, it was called North Ridge (which is clearly a close brand name to North Face). I picked it up reluctantly.

I can safely say that as a keen hiker and The North Face devotee with a cupboard full of technical wear, this jacket I bought is bloody brilliant! The taped seams are really well bonded and strong, the material is light and well made, the fit is really good and its been well thought of. I've even had it in the shower to see how the waterproofing was and again, top marks. The hood is good, the zips are made to not allow water ingress and feel strong and the draw cords are firm.

If anyone is looking for a good outer shell jacket this winter, I challenge you to buy one and find a fault!



I bought the yellow one because of visibility if anyone asks.

£89 from Go-Outdoors.
Marc
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15th Jan 12 at 19:45   View User's Profile U2U Member Reply With Quote
Bet you secretly wish the badge said North Face though!
Tiger
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15th Jan 12 at 19:46   View User's Profile U2U Member Reply With Quote
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Originally posted by Marc
Bet you secretly wish the badge said North Face though!


True, but im glad it doesnt have The North Face price tag.

I was looking at a Berghaus Attrition a while ago, almost identical spec. It was £250.
Hammer
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15th Jan 12 at 19:58   View User's Profile U2U Member Reply With Quote
North Ridge is an expensive and well known brand as far as I'm aware.

That jacket retails at the prices you are baulking at for North Face.
Ben J
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15th Jan 12 at 20:02   View User's Profile U2U Member Reply With Quote
I need a new outer shell layer. My current NF is a bit fucked now. But I'm a brand whore so I'll be getting another NF.
sc0ott
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15th Jan 12 at 20:05   View User's Profile U2U Member Reply With Quote
This jacket will be in the spring sale in a few weeks.
Tiger
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quote:
Originally posted by Hammer
North Ridge is an expensive and well known brand as far as I'm aware.

That jacket retails at the prices you are baulking at for North Face.


Google North Ridge, all you'll find is Go Outdoors links.
Tiger
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15th Jan 12 at 20:06   View User's Profile U2U Member Reply With Quote
quote:
Originally posted by Ben J
I need a new outer shell layer. My current NF is a bit fucked now. But I'm a brand whore so I'll be getting another NF.


Seriously, go take a look at it!
Tiger
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15th Jan 12 at 20:07   View User's Profile U2U Member Reply With Quote
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Originally posted by sc0ott
This jacket will be in the spring sale in a few weeks.


Its in the sale now. It was 'reduced' from £240, but we all know when they write that its bullshit.
Matty SRi
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15th Jan 12 at 20:09   View User's Profile U2U Member Reply With Quote
Did you seriously wear it in the shower to see how waterproof it is??
Tiger
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15th Jan 12 at 20:12   View User's Profile U2U Member Reply With Quote
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Did you seriously wear it in the shower to see how waterproof it is??


Where did you read I was going to 'wear' it in the shower!
Matty SRi
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quote:
Originally posted by Tiger
quote:
Originally posted by Matty SRi
Did you seriously wear it in the shower to see how waterproof it is??


Where did you read I was going to 'wear' it in the shower!


I didnt, thats why i was asking!
Ben J
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15th Jan 12 at 20:13   View User's Profile U2U Member Reply With Quote
Tbh want another NF so it matches my fleece.
Tiger
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15th Jan 12 at 20:17   View User's Profile U2U Member Reply With Quote
No I didnt wear it in the shower, I put the shower head on it.
Hammer
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15th Jan 12 at 20:19   View User's Profile U2U Member Reply With Quote
quote:
Originally posted by Tiger
quote:
Originally posted by Hammer
North Ridge is an expensive and well known brand as far as I'm aware.

That jacket retails at the prices you are baulking at for North Face.


Google North Ridge, all you'll find is Go Outdoors links.


I did. That jacket's RRP is £250.
Tiger
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15th Jan 12 at 20:23   View User's Profile U2U Member Reply With Quote
Link?
Hammer
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Ok I lied, £240

http://www.gooutdoors.co.uk/kailas-jacket-p167707

The first thing you see when you type 'North Ridge' into google and open the first URL
Tiger
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15th Jan 12 at 20:27   View User's Profile U2U Member Reply With Quote
I know the jacket 'says' it was £240 but I dont think it ever has been, or will be, £240.
John
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I looked at north face outer shells and got a marmot instead. North face isn't bad but there's better stuff available.
Tiger
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15th Jan 12 at 20:29   View User's Profile U2U Member Reply With Quote
quote:
Originally posted by John
I looked at north face outer shells and got a marmot instead. North face isn't bad but there's better stuff available.


I have loads of TNF stuff and its always my first choice but I took a chance on this occasion and can say i'm impressed by the alternatives.
Ben J
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15th Jan 12 at 20:36   View User's Profile U2U Member Reply With Quote
quote:
Originally posted by John
I looked at north face outer shells and got a marmot instead. North face isn't bad but there's better stuff available.



Was thinking you meant Mammut. I'd never heard of marmot tbh.
smcGSI16V
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15th Jan 12 at 20:38   View User's Profile U2U Member Reply With Quote
You must all shop in the wrong place for North Face stuff.

Best place price wise I have found is this place http://www.gaynors.co.uk/

I use it all the time for jackets, shoes etc. Try stuff on in shops for size then order it from them.
My latest North Face jacket Evo triclimate was £175 in Blacks, £99 from them.
Tiger
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15th Jan 12 at 20:45   View User's Profile U2U Member Reply With Quote
quote:
Originally posted by Ben J
quote:
Originally posted by John
I looked at north face outer shells and got a marmot instead. North face isn't bad but there's better stuff available.



Was thinking you meant Mammut. I'd never heard of marmot tbh.


Marmot do good stuff.
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quote:
Originally posted by Ben J
quote:
Originally posted by John
I looked at north face outer shells and got a marmot instead. North face isn't bad but there's better stuff available.



Was thinking you meant Mammut. I'd never heard of marmot tbh.


That's part of the reason I got it, won't catch any riff raff with it on.
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Hiya,this is me in my new coat

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