Waxed canvas jackets??

Looks like a pretty legit jacket. Nice style

XtRemE11I want something tough that'll last a long time, so price isnt a big concern. i'm willing to spend a bit if i'll get like 10 years out of it.

XtRemE11http://amundsensports.com/product/heroes-anorak/ and fjallraven makes some, but thats about it, just looking for other options.

(1) This is a women's jacket.
(2) If you want something to ski and hike in, why the fuck would you want waxed canvas??? First of all, it's not breathable like many of the super tech shells are these days (looking at you, Arc'teryx. Secondly, all jackets lose waterproofing, but wax will literally come out of the jacket. Sure, you could use something like sno-seal every season, but that seems like a pain in the fucking ass.

Just really quickly explain what the appeal of wearing canvas while skiing is to you. I'm pretty sure there is a reason nobody wears such a material in low temps and snow anymore.

^^^^^^^^^^^I know this sounds critical af, but I'm seriously asking what makes a waxed canvas shell appealing to you.

waxed canvas is good for low output activities like riding a motorcycle or walking around town in dry to slightly wet weather. It is very stylish, and somewhat water resistant. But it's heavy, not very breathable, and wont keep you dry for long periods of time. Don't use it for hiking or nordic skiing. Get something that is waterproof and breathable.

Deforestation(1) This is a women's jacket.
(2) If you want something to ski and hike in, why the fuck would you want waxed canvas??? First of all, it's not breathable like many of the super tech shells are these days (looking at you, Arc'teryx. Secondly, all jackets lose waterproofing, but wax will literally come out of the jacket. Sure, you could use something like sno-seal every season, but that seems like a pain in the fucking ass.

Just really quickly explain what the appeal of wearing canvas while skiing is to you. I'm pretty sure there is a reason nobody wears such a material in low temps and snow anymore.

^^^^^^^^^^^I know this sounds critical af, but I'm seriously asking what makes a waxed canvas shell appealing to you.

No worries I understand its not the same as a tech shell for skiing, but im not planning on using it as my skiing jacket, kind of my every other winter activity jacket, where it'll get abused a lot more, I think thats why my friend recommended it, cause its a pretty damn tough material. any real high output activities i'll use my techy jacket. My friend does a ton of hunting in the winter, multi day trips so i do trust his opinion.

what also appeals to me is the ability to layer a lot underneath, which would be nice for camping and stuff when you're not moving around much. thats something i dont like about my current jacket, its awesome for when your expending a lot of energy, but when i've tried camping in it i cant layer enough underneath to keep warm if its really cold, the sleeves arent long enough so you cant keep your hands in them if you take your gloves off, I dont want to get near a fire for fear of an ember burning a hole in it etc..

I've been reading up about waxed canvas/cotton and it seems like yes it can be shitty when its just built for style, but some companies like the one i linked and fjallraven use much better cotton and wax treatment that apparently make it a good protective outer layer. If theres a better material that can also take a lot of abuse then great i'll take a look.

XtRemE11No worries I understand its not the same as a tech shell for skiing, but im not planning on using it as my skiing jacket, kind of my every other winter activity jacket, where it'll get abused a lot more, I think thats why my friend recommended it, cause its a pretty damn tough material. any real high output activities i'll use my techy jacket. My friend does a ton of hunting in the winter, multi day trips so i do trust his opinion.

what also appeals to me is the ability to layer a lot underneath, which would be nice for camping and stuff when you're not moving around much. thats something i dont like about my current jacket, its awesome for when your expending a lot of energy, but when i've tried camping in it i cant layer enough underneath to keep warm if its really cold, the sleeves arent long enough so you cant keep your hands in them if you take your gloves off, I dont want to get near a fire for fear of an ember burning a hole in it etc..

I've been reading up about waxed canvas/cotton and it seems like yes it can be shitty when its just built for style, but some companies like the one i linked and fjallraven use much better cotton and wax treatment that apparently make it a good protective outer layer. If theres a better material that can also take a lot of abuse then great i'll take a look.

Ok, so not gonna lie, that jacket does look pretty sick, even though it is women's. However, it's also very likely extremely heavy and bulky, not something I would want on a camping trip, especially when it starts raining.

This is the (in many people's opinion) best shell in the world right now:

If you go a size up, it will fit a bunch of layers underneath.

http://www.arcteryx.com/Product.aspx?language=EN&model=Beta-AR-Jacket&country=US&&utm_source=googlepla&utm_medium=cse&utm_campaign=GooglePLA_Shell%2BJackets%3EHardshell%2B(Waterproof)%3EAll%2BRound%3E&CMPID=PSARC_GGPLA_US_ENShell%2BJackets%3EHardshell%2B(Waterproof)%3EAll%2BRound%3E&gclid=CJSftt3jqcoCFQEuHwodlsoPKw

DeforestationOk, so not gonna lie, that jacket does look pretty sick, even though it is women's. However, it's also very likely extremely heavy and bulky, not something I would want on a camping trip, especially when it starts raining.

This is the (in many people's opinion) best shell in the world right now:

If you go a size up, it will fit a bunch of layers underneath.

http://www.arcteryx.com/Product.aspx?language=EN&model=Beta-AR-Jacket&country=US&&utm_source=googlepla&utm_medium=cse&utm_campaign=GooglePLA_Shell%2BJackets%3EHardshell%2B(Waterproof)%3EAll%2BRound%3E&CMPID=PSARC_GGPLA_US_ENShell%2BJackets%3EHardshell%2B(Waterproof)%3EAll%2BRound%3E&gclid=CJSftt3jqcoCFQEuHwodlsoPKw

Its the same jacket for mens, think i just linked the womens, basically just a big ass shell either way.
I really like arcteryx stuff, if I were to just go the normal shell route, thats probably what i'd do

I'm pretty sure in Fjallraven's literature it says somewhere to only wax the shoulDers/ front, so it can still breathe. Those jackets are bomber though & look great.

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but my dad only has 5 mil

that amundsen jacket looks so sick... fat moose also do some pretty sweet canvas/wax shells check them out

http://www.fatmoose.eu/index.php?route=lookbook/category&lookbook=12

Have this jacket in an Xl from 2011 or 2012 maybe? Anyways, super waterproof (Gore-Tex) and comfortable and you can easily fit layers under it. I wear a crew, flannel, and sometimes a hoodie underneath it at once and still have a bit of room in there. Arceryx all the way man, some of the most durable stuff on the market.

http://www.arcteryx.com/product.aspx?language=EN&gender=mens&category=Shell_Jackets&model=Theta-AR-Jacket

http://snowboardmountaineer.com/gear-review-arcteryx-theta-ar-2/#jp-carousel-1906

Marmot PreCip Jacket



This is my second PreCip jacket that I bought at http://www.yourwearguide.com/best-jackets-for-men/ . Old one lasted 15 years before losing it's waterproof ability in a couple areas. Not bad for a jacket worn and used where the average rainfall is above 60 inches a year. And it was/is often worn as an outer wind blocking layer also. Packs light and small, very nice when camping and hiking, which we do a lot of. Breathability seems the same as the old one, and is excellent. Honestly only ever used the "pit vents" a couple times, they did work as designed, and the zippers are of good quality.