Trail jacket for short people!
Posted: Wed 28 Dec, 2016 5:44 pmHello guys,
I'm looking for a new "everyday" jacket for my next trip across New-Zealand, the Red Center, Darwin and Western Australia (a 4 months long trip).
Rain is my main concern, more than a warm but I would appreciate something well balanced (waterproof, breathable, lightweight, good looking)
I've two main issues with my researches: my budget is limited (let's say AUD$200) and I'm short (1,60m / 5,2ft). Usually a size S in the men jackets is too big for me. This is my main problem when it's about finding gear that fits in Australia (well, it's quite the same worldwide).
I had a look to the kids sections for Patagonia, Colombia or North Face, but it's very tricky to find and try the jackets in store in Melbourne.
I also had a look to the women gear, which could be good but colors are quite ugly… I don't really understand why women clothing have to be pink, fushia or light blue to be honest.
I'm wondering if you guys know gears/brand that could suit me and where I could try them.
I'm looking for a new "everyday" jacket for my next trip across New-Zealand, the Red Center, Darwin and Western Australia (a 4 months long trip).
Rain is my main concern, more than a warm but I would appreciate something well balanced (waterproof, breathable, lightweight, good looking)
I've two main issues with my researches: my budget is limited (let's say AUD$200) and I'm short (1,60m / 5,2ft). Usually a size S in the men jackets is too big for me. This is my main problem when it's about finding gear that fits in Australia (well, it's quite the same worldwide).
I had a look to the kids sections for Patagonia, Colombia or North Face, but it's very tricky to find and try the jackets in store in Melbourne.
I also had a look to the women gear, which could be good but colors are quite ugly… I don't really understand why women clothing have to be pink, fushia or light blue to be honest.
I'm wondering if you guys know gears/brand that could suit me and where I could try them.