[pct-l] Was: Leaving List Now: Back On Track - Info requested ondown pullovers

[dsaufley at sprynet.com]

I have exactly the same pants/sweater setup and can attest to the warmth and weight-to-warmth efficiency.  When I bought it, they called it the "inner liner." 

-----Original Message-----
>From: cmkudija at earthlink.net
>Sent: Dec 5, 2006 11:08 AM
>To: Mike Saenz <msaenz at mve-architects.com>
>Cc: PCT List <pct-l at mailman.backcountry.net>
>Subject: Re: [pct-l] Was: Leaving List Now: Back On Track - Info requested	ondown pullovers
>
>Mike asked: << I'm looking into a UL down pullover ... Does anyone have any
>useful info/experience on these types of gear?>>
>
>A couple of years ago I purchased a Mont Bell down sweater and absolutely
>love it.  Here's the link to the 6.7 oz men's version:
>https://www2.montbell.com/america/asp/products/Spg_shosai.asp?cat=2001&hinba
>n=2301283
>
>It's remarkably warm for its weight - probably due to magic properties in
>the ballistic airlight nylon fibers in the shell.  It's not a pullover but
>is a cardigan-style with snap closures instead of a heavier zipper.  Imho,
>being able to open the front gives the garment greater versatility.  It is
>quilted in a sewn-through pattern - but I have not noticed any cold spots
>around the stitching as one might in a sleeping bag.    I've also got their
>down pants - they really help on those cold Sierran nights.
>
>Hmmmnn...6.7 oz at $140.00 vs the 9.7 oz Nunatak at $299 - food for thought!
>
>Christine "Ceanothus" Kudija
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