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    Cheap Windproof

    I am in need of a replacement windproof for my Montane Featherlite, as all of the elastic has started to go in it after many years hard service.

    I want one as light and simple as possible, without a hood. The Montane was ideal, but I also want something as cheap as possible!

    Any suggestions anyone?

    thanks
    Dave

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    Quote Originally Posted by stumpy View Post
    I am in need of a replacement windproof for my Montane Featherlite, as all of the elastic has started to go in it after many years hard service.

    I want one as light and simple as possible, without a hood. The Montane was ideal, but I also want something as cheap as possible!

    Any suggestions anyone?

    thanks
    Dave
    I am happy with an Inov8 race elite 105 windshell. Packs down small into supplied bag and has thumb loops. various suppliers have them for around £55.
    One step beyond.

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    haven't tried either of these, but look good enough and are reasonable prices:

    https://www.alpkit.com/products/arro-mens

    http://www.howies.co.uk/mens/clothin...ml?colour=1042
    ....it's all downhill from here.

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    Good suggestions chaps - thanks. All 3 look pretty good. Never had anything from Howies, but definitely rate Alpkit kit! I like the look of the Inov-8 one, and with all of their stuff its a good design. Just a tad on the pricey side for a tight-wad like me :-)

    PS - prefer a smock ideally....

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    Omm sonic smock is good.
    Pete Bland has them for £45 and £33 on wiggle but limited sizes

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    Thanks Pete, will check that out.

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    Quote Originally Posted by SCOOT View Post
    I am happy with an Inov8 race elite 105 windshell. Packs down small into supplied bag and has thumb loops. various suppliers have them for around £55.
    Seconded. For £30 it's hard to beat:

    https://www.sportsshoes.com/product/...jacket-~-aw15/

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    Quote Originally Posted by Jez Hellewell View Post
    Seconded. For £30 it's hard to beat:

    https://www.sportsshoes.com/product/...jacket-~-aw15/
    darn it - only x-small left!

    Shame, as I would have bought it for that price!

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    Howies winter sale http://www.howies.co.uk/mens/clothin...ml?colour=1042 £25 for their windproofs.

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    Never tried it but North Eastern company and made in the NE.... does have a hood though.
    https://www.h18orr.com/collections/w...ndproof-jacket

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