FXR Adrenaline & Absolute zero

dfattack

dfattack

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Anyone have any experience with the newer FXR Adrenaline jackets? I'm looking for a warm jacket to replace my old Rheima/Yamaha jacket from 2002. I'm also looking for some feedback on the absolute zero jacket from Doo. I wear my tech vest under my jacket too.

I tried on the FXR adrenaline, but feel like the collar is really high and with my helmet on could feel like I've got a neck brace on. Does this calm down a little after wearing the jacket a few times? Going to try on the absolute zero tomorrow.
 
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old abe

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dfattack said:
Anyone have any experience with the newer FXR Adrenaline jackets? I'm looking for a warm jacket to replace my old Rheima/Yamaha jacket from 2002. I'm also looking for some feedback on the absolute zero jacket from Doo. I wear my tech vest under my jacket too.

I tried on the FXR adrenaline, but feel like the collar is really high and with my helmet on could feel like I've got a neck brace on. Does this calm down a little after wearing the jacket a few times? Going to try on the absolute zero tomorrow.
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Klim?
 
dfattack

dfattack

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old abe said:
Klim?
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Tried the Klim Keweenaw on yesterday. It didn't fit as well as the FXR adrenaline. I also didn't like how there wasn't any zippered interior pockets...only pouches placed down low on the interior of the jacket. I carry my iPod in my interior pocket and zip it in. I then put my InReach GPS in my other zippered interior pocket. I wear the tech vest under my jacket and the FXR seemed to accommodate that a little better. I have a 12 year old Klim "layered" jacket and that has become my son's now. Wasn't bad, but I like/want one jacket that is insulated.
 
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whitedust

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Darren I don’t remember the model grades of FXR but my Bibs are FXR Team with float insulation. As I remember the FXR quality took a big jump at the Team level. Take a look on line to make sure your pursuing top of the line which you’re used to. Keeweena Klim is always smaller than other Klim models One thing I liked about FXR was their multitude of sizes always can find the right size. For me I prefer the small FXR logo jackets but that’s me. Black or gray was good for me. Keep looking plenty available online.
 
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old abe

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dfattack said:
Tried the Klim Keweenaw on yesterday. It didn't fit as well as the FXR adrenaline. I also didn't like how there wasn't any zippered interior pockets...only pouches placed down low on the interior of the jacket. I carry my iPod in my interior pocket and zip it in. I then put my InReach GPS in my other zippered interior pocket. I wear the tech vest under my jacket and the FXR seemed to accommodate that a little better. I have a 12 year old Klim "layered" jacket and that has become my son's now. Wasn't bad, but I like/want one jacket that is insulated.
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I agree on FIT, and COMFORT, over brand, any day. Lots of very good, cold weather, snowmobile clothing available now days! I'm not at all pushing Klim. My Klim Keweenaw jacket/coat is several years old? I has a multitude of pockets/storage, some with zippers. My bibs are Choko, brand, "NorTex", (Gortex type) insulated. I love them. Get what you are good with!
 
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ffemt

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I highly recommend the Doo Absolute Zero, right now I have the bibs and gloves, no jacket, but they are warm and wind resistant, I believe most dealers have 25% off right now if not Rob’s in Johnson Creek does
 
dfattack

dfattack

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I did get the absolute zero jacket today. Yes, 25% off. I bought the FXR Adrenaline yesterday. Not sure if I'm keeping that one. I like them both but the Absolute zero has as softer collar and I think that will work better with the helmet. I don't like the feeling of everything being so tight around my neck. Kinda like having a neck brace on. Right now I'm leaning towards keeping both and giving them both a shot. My current jacket is 20 years old so I don't buy often.

I do like how the absolute zero feels like it's broken in already as the FXR adrenaline seems a little stiff.
 
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whitedust

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dfattack said:
I did get the absolute zero jacket today. Yes, 25% off. I bought the FXR Adrenaline yesterday. Not sure if I'm keeping that one. I like them both but the Absolute zero has as softer collar and I think that will work better with the helmet. I don't like the feeling of everything being so tight around my neck. Kinda like having a neck brace on. Right now I'm leaning towards keeping both and giving them both a shot. My current jacket is 20 years old so I don't buy often.

I do like how the absolute zero feels like it's broken in already as the FXR adrenaline seems a little stiff.
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Lol. I know you all toooo well. You’ll wear the FXR when riding Yamaha xtx with Elkas and the new Doo zero jacket will be worn on a Doo Spring deal 2021 sled. Lov it! Wait until next week for Doo release and the deed will be done.
 
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old abe

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dfattack said:
I did get the absolute zero jacket today. Yes, 25% off. I bought the FXR Adrenaline yesterday. Not sure if I'm keeping that one. I like them both but the Absolute zero has as softer collar and I think that will work better with the helmet. I don't like the feeling of everything being so tight around my neck. Kinda like having a neck brace on. Right now I'm leaning towards keeping both and giving them both a shot. My current jacket is 20 years old so I don't buy often.

I do like how the absolute zero feels like it's broken in already as the FXR adrenaline seems a little stiff.
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Over the years, my Doo jackets always had soft, comfortable neck/collars. Wifes jackets the same.
 
dfattack

dfattack

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old abe said:
Over the years, my Doo jackets always had soft, comfortable neck/collars. Wifes jackets the same.
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Abe, I bought both jackets in Ontario. FXR at Royal Distributing in Innisfil and the other in Barrie at St. Onge Recreation. Nice people in both places.
 
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old abe

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dfattack said:
Abe, I bought both jackets in Ontario. FXR at Royal Distributing in Innisfil and the other in Barrie at St. Onge Recreation. Nice people in both places.
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Yep, a uncomfortable collar is very annoying on a days ride. Good luck! You being in Canada helps, what was the exchange rate?
 
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