Domokun_72dpi 0 Posted September 11, 2007 Share Posted September 11, 2007 Man, I feel like a dork, I will be riding an old Burton X2, and definitely not wearing the newest fashions. Is there an opshop of sorts on this forum to help n00bs like me? =)So i take it tight wesuit-material ski pants are not in fashion anymore?, Damn... Link to post Share on other sites
Kumapix 0 Posted September 11, 2007 Author Share Posted September 11, 2007 if you rip it doesn't matter what you wear Link to post Share on other sites
soubriquet 0 Posted September 11, 2007 Share Posted September 11, 2007 If you want to look like a total twerp, you'll wear pants with the arse hanging below the knees and lots of bling hanging off rings. Alternatively, you can be cool and clean. Fashion vs. functionality. You choose. Link to post Share on other sites
Domokun_72dpi 0 Posted September 11, 2007 Share Posted September 11, 2007 think I'll go with Functionality =) I don't need to freeze my ButtCheeks off. Plus bling gets caught when you are ripping through Forests. (On playstation at least =) Actually, the only thing I really wanna buy is some explorer socks (warm), and some good pants. I bought some boots on ebay for $1 heh heh (No-one else bidded (IS Pink a bad color? <-- Joke...) Will look in Hakuba when I arrive in Feb for pants, although I assume things will be pricey?, in any case, it will be summer here when I leave, so i don't think "Budgie Smugglers" will be very comfortable... Link to post Share on other sites
soubriquet 0 Posted September 11, 2007 Share Posted September 11, 2007 Oh, and I recommend wool. It's great for picking up great goblets of snow while you lie in it taking off your board. Putting on your board, or simply failing to negotiate the simplest obstacles Link to post Share on other sites
Domokun_72dpi 0 Posted September 11, 2007 Share Posted September 11, 2007 So it clings like sheep poo then? =) (Sorry, I am getting of track here....) I gotta get Googles & Gloves as well.. Link to post Share on other sites
spook 0 Posted September 11, 2007 Share Posted September 11, 2007 Originally Posted By: Kumapix dizzy tells me that his flow bindings wreck the heel of his boots... i got no probs with my flows - is it a chunky heel of the boots that gets ripped by the base of the heel cup? Link to post Share on other sites
AK 77 0 Posted September 11, 2007 Share Posted September 11, 2007 I gotta get Googles & Gloves as well.. Hi there, Nothing wrong with old gear, last year I met a Hakuba Tsugaike local who was stoked with his recent 4000 yen purchase of a Sims Aaron Vincent snowboard - in really good condition from about 1998! It didn't seem to stop him floating fs 5s. Rule 1) For total bargains: friends leaving the country, and recycle/second hand stores - the further away from ski resorts, the better. Rule 2) For semi-bargains: search online (but know what you are looking for), and haggle more discount of stock that's older than last year's in shops. Things to spend some money on, or get as good as you can (while still bargain hunting): Goggles, socks and boots. The latter could be expensive, but not necessarily - just get what really fits. Goggles - look in outlet stores or online, they are so expensive to start with that they are often discounted (or talk to Dizzy ) cheap-ass ones they have in Alpen are not worth it - try enjoying snowboarding when you can't see. Look for less fashionable brands like Scott, Bolle or Cebe - all top quality goggles. Again, refer to rule 1. Socks - wool kicks ass here. Nice and long for no wrinkles. For gloves - you can get a great selection of waterproof spring gloves, like pipe gloves, and leather gloves from homestores in the building section. They are probably 10x stronger than snowboard brand ones too! Combine with a nice warn mitt over the top and your stylin'. Link to post Share on other sites
AK 77 0 Posted September 11, 2007 Share Posted September 11, 2007 Originally Posted By: Kumapix if you rip it doesn't matter what you wear Hell yeah. Most snowboarder, especially in Japan, should be ashamed of the flair they rock without the ripping to back it up. If I could really rip, I'd ride naked. Thank god I'm rubbish! ha ha. Link to post Share on other sites
bushpig 0 Posted September 11, 2007 Share Posted September 11, 2007 Thank god indeed! Link to post Share on other sites
Oyuki kigan 0 Posted September 12, 2007 Share Posted September 12, 2007 In the mid-nineties, we used to wear duct tape like a badge, and rock non-snowboard wear (i used to have a favoite Jacket- a safeway red quilted one, that the cart pushers used to wear in the winter) i also made a kinda vow tonite. After this last pant purchase, i will limit the rest of my gear to either fixing old stuff, or buying used (the only exceptions being gloves, goggles, and boots) Link to post Share on other sites
soubriquet 0 Posted September 12, 2007 Share Posted September 12, 2007 Originally Posted By: Domokun_72dpi Will look in Hakuba when I arrive in Feb for pants, although I assume things will be pricey?, in any case, it will be summer here when I leave, so i don't think "Budgie Smugglers" will be very comfortable... Not pricey at all. You can, of course, pay top dollar if you choose. The market for snow gear here is a bit more competetive than Perth. I wear budgie smugglers. Old bstards look ridiculous in board shorts, and I hate wetness flapping around my legs. Link to post Share on other sites
bushpig 0 Posted September 12, 2007 Share Posted September 12, 2007 mate they look worse in budgie smugglers... Link to post Share on other sites
Domokun_72dpi 0 Posted September 12, 2007 Share Posted September 12, 2007 Originally Posted By: AK 77 If I could really rip, I'd ride naked. Thank god I'm rubbish! ha ha. Aren't you concerned with the problem of drag?, You might leave a "trench" in your wake from your third leg =) All joking aside, if anyone has some old clothes they want to sell, please let me know, I need a jacket & pants, and perth aint the place to buy them =) (Please don't offer AK 77, I assume you like to "Freeball" in your jumpsuit =) Link to post Share on other sites
Oyuki kigan 0 Posted September 12, 2007 Share Posted September 12, 2007 I have a pair of last years Sessions pants, used once, perfect condition, and way too stylish for me that i am willing to part with for 16000 yen. 07 Tinker, baggy fit, Recco system-friendly, fully taped seams, 10,000 waterproofing + 10,000 breathability heres what they look like they are great pants. The only reason i am getting rid of them is because i am getting pants that zip into the liner of my Jacket. Link to post Share on other sites
Domokun_72dpi 0 Posted September 12, 2007 Share Posted September 12, 2007 Hyea, Thanks, but It is probably a bit too "cool" & expensive for me =) But will give you a shout if I am willing to buy a decent pair Link to post Share on other sites
Crudzilla 0 Posted September 12, 2007 Share Posted September 12, 2007 Man, I remember my first time trying snowboarding. Wasn't sure I'd get into it so didn't want to buy any gear. Went in 2 wooly jumpers with a kagoul over the top and a pair of purple waterproof trousers over tracksuit bottoms. They worked fine really. But its nice to have shiny gear even if its only gonna make a difference to a pro. BTW did you see the new snowskirts some companies are putting on thier ladies wear? Super cute and perfect for Japanese snow bunnies me thinks These might be quite popular here as they already love wearing skirts over trousers... http://www.snowboard-mag.com/node/22989 (towards the bottom) Link to post Share on other sites
soubriquet 0 Posted September 12, 2007 Share Posted September 12, 2007 Last season I bought a jacket and pants in Jusco for No1 son for about 10,000 Yen. Not great gear but perfectly seviceable. He's approaching adult size, so that should be indicative. Link to post Share on other sites
Domokun_72dpi 0 Posted September 12, 2007 Share Posted September 12, 2007 Snowskirts?, Like Astro Boys sisters? lol. Def a fashion thing. How about mankini's for guys?, now that is a step up from the Budgie Smugglers. Cheers Soub, thats more the sorta thing I am looking for, will keep my eyes open. I have a lovely Husky Jacket (Dark BLue), but it has my Dept of Conservation logo on it =) Link to post Share on other sites
Crudzilla 0 Posted September 12, 2007 Share Posted September 12, 2007 Those pants attatching to jacket things are a great way for companies to sell you both eh! Ah well its gonna work on me too >.< Who's zip system is that Oyuki? Link to post Share on other sites
soubriquet 0 Posted September 12, 2007 Share Posted September 12, 2007 Now if the snowbunnies drop the pants and just wear the skirt, that would be cool. Link to post Share on other sites
Oyuki kigan 0 Posted September 12, 2007 Share Posted September 12, 2007 Holden. Great Jacket, but the powderskirt is the only weak part. Link to post Share on other sites
me jane 0 Posted September 13, 2007 Share Posted September 13, 2007 They are not very flattering... Link to post Share on other sites
Crudzilla 0 Posted September 13, 2007 Share Posted September 13, 2007 Need to be pink. Then I'd definately wear them! Link to post Share on other sites
Kumapix 0 Posted October 1, 2007 Author Share Posted October 1, 2007 just picked up a 160 fish woo hoo! gonna use it for my Noboard setup Link to post Share on other sites
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