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Antnee
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Nov 3, 2016
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Hmmmm. Looks ok, but I have a hard time with thinking this is of the same quality as say a Ghost Whisperer price wise, etc.
Nov 3, 2016
old_skool
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Nov 3, 2016
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AntneeAnd you can buy the GW for about $200 or maybe a little less depending...
Nov 3, 2016
DannyMilks
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Nov 4, 2016
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AntneeThe Ghost Whisperer is also notoriously fragile. Pertex Quantum GL is a bit more durable.
Nov 4, 2016
Antnee
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Nov 4, 2016
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DannyMilksCould be true. Not saying this is even in the same league though, just an example of a very well reviewed and lauded piece of gear. I can't find much in the way of reviews for this item yet they want a very hefty price is all. Risky.
Nov 4, 2016
nicbari
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Nov 8, 2016
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AntneeI am seeing a lot of discussion about the GW (which is a great piece for a great price) I just want to highlight some of key innovations for the Agravic: 1. Agravic face fabric is quiet and does not crinkle (Pertex Quantum GL) 2. Agravic is body-mapped with ventilation under the arms to prevent overheating 3. The baffling is offset and overstuffed, this covers the seams to prevent heat loss through gaps in the insulation 4. Draft collars on neck and wrists trap body heat inside the jacket 5. Length - Agravic is longer 6. Warmth - the Agravic is visibly puffier when sitting side by side (this could be due to more fill or just because it has wider baffles, having worn both, I would say the agravic is designed to be warmer) 7. RDS Certified 800+ fill down 8. Fill weight - 120g 90/10 RDS Goose Down 9. Our down is Pfc free water-repellant down treatment
Nov 8, 2016
Antnee
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Nov 8, 2016
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nicbariSo in your, albeit biased opinion, the Adidas Terrex is better than the GW?
You'll take it back from me if I disagree? That's, I think, everyone's worry. It's more expensive and there are no returns. This has just got to be A LOT better than the proven, well reviewed options available, or less $..
Edit: I just looked to see who, if anyone, is buying this. Not encouraging.
Nov 8, 2016
nicbari
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Adidas
Nov 8, 2016
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AntneeAntnee, Thanks for the follow-up. I am trying to provide info that is not apparent for this piece without trying it on and comparing side by side - fit, features, fabric, fill, etc. No doubt the GW is a great piece (I said nothing to the contrary!) and I am betting most people in this discussion own one, have owned one, or plan to own a GW, which is awesome. I love brand loyalty and Mountain Hardware too!
Unfortunately, the Agravic Down jacket has very limited distribution and you can't try it on at REI. The Agravic was created as part of our guide tested partnership with the Aspen Alpine Guides. It is designed with brand name fabrics, an athletic fit, and ventilation for high endurance activities. This is a brand new piece, so we do not have hundreds of members of this forum testing them yet.
Personally, I LOVE this jacket because of its versatility. I own 3 down + 1 synthetic jackets from various brands and this is by far my most versatile piece and its the only one I take backpacking these days. I have worked in this industry for many years and this jacket is in fact one of my most prized pieces of gear. I really hope some of your members take a leap of faith on this one :) I think you will love it too.
Nov 8, 2016
tau_neutrino
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Nov 24, 2016
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nicbariI think if you want to enter market with replacement to such a popular and well reviewed piece of gear like GW, your price should be very attractive (much lower than GW's). You can say million of words, but all those words are coming from vendor. You can give your jacket to 10 known reviewers as well. Until then it would be risky for me to order the jacket, sorry.
Nov 24, 2016
yanman23
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Dec 2, 2016
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nicbariIs there any way for me to still get a jacket? I emailed adidas outdoors and they said they weren't restocking on their website, but here I see a massdrop being completed for the same jacket!
Dec 2, 2016
nicbari
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Adidas
Dec 6, 2016
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yanman23YanMan - Check RIGHT NOW. We just released the reserved units from the massdrop sale onto our website. There aren't many available to begin with so check today.
Dec 6, 2016
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