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cheeks
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   Old Thread  #9 15 May 2026 at 3.00pm  0  Login    Register
If you want top of the range- Fortis clothing Calor jacket gets my vote- As with all the Fortis clothing, handmade in Devon, brilliant products and after sales.
Belch
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Belch
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   Old Thread  #8 15 May 2026 at 9.25am  0  Login    Register
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Soz that previous link is the latest 'ultralight' version hence no pockets - this is the version you need . .

Patagonia Nano Air (Proper!)

Marcmc1982
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   Old Thread  #7 13 May 2026 at 10.11pm  0  Login    Register
All my fortis snugpak have been spot on so far. Sj3, fj6 and more recently the sj9 tarty flektarn has been brilliant this last winter and cold spring. I wouldn't hesitate to replace them if they are still available
Coffo
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Coffo
   Old Thread  #6 13 May 2026 at 4.08pm  1  Login    Register
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Fortis thermal trail jacket is very good. Been using since January.
Belch
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Belch
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   Old Thread  #5 13 May 2026 at 10.42am  1  Login    Register
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Try and get a previous season release (the design gets tweaked over the seasons) . . .just noticed the latest doesn't have hand pockets which is daft (these are mountaineering products - presumably in an attempt to get the weight at 250g)

Honestly these are brilliant jackets if your looking for lightweight warmth and breathability . . .mega versatile
Bleeps
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Bleeps
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   Old Thread  #4 13 May 2026 at 9.45am  1  Login    Register
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So they do!! Just under the snugpak brand

Well might just get a straight replacement unless there are any other suggestions.

@belch I'll take a look at the Patagonia one
Belch
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Belch
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   Old Thread  #3 13 May 2026 at 9.24am  0  Login    Register
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Would def consider Patagonia Nano Air . . .they are neither cheap nor waterproof but they are the best multi-temp jacket on the market IMO. I have several in the hoody version and use them as a winter skiing mid-layer / spring outer . . I also have a dedicated khaki one for fishing and it has a permanent place in my barrow bag. It packs small (into its own pocket) but the warmth for weight is brilliant, especially with a fleece in early spring / autum etc. . .you can also wear it with a T shirt in 16-18 degrees and not feel hot / sweaty . . .ideal down the pub jacket - its that light you dont even know your wearing it if that makes sense . . .

Patagonia Nano Air
yonny
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yonny
   Old Thread  #2 13 May 2026 at 8.48am  0  Login    Register
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They still make the SJ3 fella
Bleeps
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Bleeps
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   Old Thread  #1 13 May 2026 at 8.36am  0  Login    Register
Hi All,

After years of faithful service my SJ3 has seen better days and needs replacement. I think that the jacket is no longer produced. Does any one have any recommendations for a replacement?

Looking for something lightweight and not too warm i.e. spring and autumn use only.

Cheers
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