What's the difference between this PI Elite Barrier jacket and the PI Infinity jacket? Is this one supposed to be thicker and warmer?
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Thick and warm are not two words I would use to describe the Elite Barrier jacket. I've never use the Infinity, but I can't imagine it's any thinner or cooler (or at least not enough to make a difference.) For me, the Elite Barrier does two things: cuts wind (very well) and keeps you dry (kind of, depending on the amount of rain and how much you're sweating.)
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It has a thin silver metallic liner and is not "grabby" at all your arm glides thru. This was my son's go-to jacket this winter. He does not like to be hot and doesn't like big bulky jackets that suffocate his warmer average body temperature. He loves it!
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it is a dry fit but I would go with a different style from coldpruf. Their extreme style is much warmer and can go into the washer and dryer at medium heat with no problems or melting issues.
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I hate those Incase neoprene sleeves because they really don't protect; I'd recommend the Thule Gauntlet made for the Macbook Pros. They are much sturdier and protects your laptop better. Those plastic Speck cases that fit snug to your computer will make them overheat; the whole point of the aluminum casing is to cool down the computer!
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We got the micro fleece instead of the cotton because we like the fleece material better on jackets we own. i believe the inside material is the same, so it's just a matter of preference as to which exterior material you prefer.
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It is mainly body heat that warms you up, but I have both this one and the mesh one, and the zip down panel does make a difference. I'd say which to get depends on where you live... it has to be pretty hot (like, over 85*, for me at least) before the mesh helps much... and the cotton is softer and generally more comfortable (though not by a large margin). So if its hot a lot where you live, go mesh. If heat isn't an all-the-time issue, go cotton
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In that case I don't recommend getting this one cause it is a lil thin. I live in texas so it doesn't get no where near as cold as it does there in nyc. I seen one that was a fleece fabric that my buddy bought and it looks a lot warmer than the one I bought. He also bought it off Amazon but I'm sorry I can't remember exactly what he said the name of it was. It has strings that come out from the mouth piece to tighten down on your face and it looks very similar to the one I bought. Not sure if that helps any but it's the only way I can really explain what it looks like.
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The elite is supposed to use special fabrics or something. If you go directly to their website they give more information. Other than that its definitely well worth the price. I liked mine so much I now give them as baby shower gifts!
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I have no idea as I've never owned the EDP version before. I can tell you though that this is AMAZINGLY good, everytime I wear it I get a compliment it is very refreshing.
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Hi M.Gross,1) Is the sports sleeve waterproof? ie when you sweat, will the nano get wet? 2) You mentioned it's uncomfortable after extended wear, I figure you mean it's chaffs your skin? I do 1++ hour runs, so can you recommend any other type of sports sleeve for the nano that doesn't chaff?
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Hey James. I have to be honest, I can't answer your question. Lol. I bought 2 of these, the "same" ones here on Amazon - one for me, and one for my husband. While both are very warm and work very well, oddly enough, one is thin underarmour type material and one is a thicker fleece. Same tag, same cut, same company, same Amazon listing - but completely different materials. It wasn't really an issue for us because my hubby has a big beard and wanted the thinner one and I took the fleece one but I just have to say I have no idea which one you will get....
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Your body type is the same as mine. I got the medium and loved it. It has to be super tight or otherwise water gets in there and renders it useless for temperature regulation.
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We returned ours because the sizing chart wasn't accurate....we meant to purchase another but never got around to it. I will try to help from what I remember.....It was very good quality. Any life jacket will restrict some movement...but they will definitely be able to navigate. Neoprene is the breathable material that is used in things like wet suits.....it is a very comfortable material .....hope this helps :)
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In comparing the descriptions of the two versions of the jacket at Columbia's website, the differences I'm finding are: Whirlibird iii Construction: Zip-in and 3-point Interchange System Drawcord adjustable hem Adjustable cuff tabs Modern classic fit Fabric: Shell lining 100% nylon embossed taffeta Inner jacket exterior 100% polyester Microtex Lite II taffeta Inner jacket lining 100% polyester Thermal Reflective Microtex Omni-Heat inner jacket insulation 50% polyester/50% recycled polyester, 80g OH --------- Whirlibird ii Construction: Zip-in Interchange System Fabric: OMNI-TECH SHELL DETAILS 100% nylon SHELL LINING 100% nylon taffeta INNER JACKET EXTERIOR 100% polyester INNER JACKET LINING 100% polyester Thermal Reflective Other differences in the version III: Available colors Available color patterns Columbia only offers the newer version on their website So, there are some differences but not a lot. Hope this helps.
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Yes, I have both the neoprene sleeve and this one and the lining is the same. Very soft and protective. The color of the fur is white.
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I have the same model (732-500) and have 3 settings. The control doesn't even look like this one. Must be they upgraded?It runs hot. I think warm would be great as low is hot. For a person who's always cold in the winter, that's saying something. : )When I bought this one I also got a regular size. That one is easier to handle. The large one... is... large! I do like it but would recommend getting 2 sizes.Hope this helps.
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That's probably at the edge of it, if you're talking about jacket and bibs. I sat in an ice hut with good heat in my bibs and a sweatshirt and I was fine, but I wouldn't want to have kept the jacket on. Obviously personal tolerance comes into play. It's definitely the best deep cold suit for the money - worth every penny.