Klim vs. HMK

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youngguns1

New member
Looking to buy some new gear, pants / jacket and boots can't decide between Klim products and HMK. Looking for some input.
 
indy_500

indy_500

Well-known member
everybody on here will say klim and i'm positive on that. i've never had either so i can't help you on it. But I think the HMK looks cooler but i would buy the klim if i had the money
 
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borderstaff

New member
Everyone has their favorite brand. I personally buy what seems to be the best for my money. I currently use HMK Highmark Pro boots and really like the hardsided protection they give and have no complaints about them keeping me warm and dry in all temps. I wear Klim Klimate bibs and really like them as even in deep deep powder out west they keep me dry all day long. Even in cold temps I just wear fleece pants under the bibs and have no problems with staying warm. The only thing I will change in my clothes is that my jacket is an off brand (it says Venom on the back and I bought it new at Haydays) that is too warm. I was wearing it out west this year and the temps were mid 20's and between my fleece sweater, bibs, B-wear vest and jacket I was too warm all day. I would recommend a light waterproof shell and more layers for aggressive or western riding. That being said I haven't decided between an HMK Outlaw Jacket or Klim Tomohawk parka - its still a toss-up to be decided next fall when I buy another piece of gear for the arsenal.
 
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m8man

Moderator
KLIM hands down.. I've tried many brands over the last 20 yrs and will never wear anything else as long as I have a choice...

Klim items I have:
Face Mask
Everest Jacket
Vladez Parka
Bibs
Boots(can't remember the name)
Togwotee gloves
socks

And maybe a F4 helmet later this yr.

m8man
 
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nitroman

New member
Klim poster(poser!) boy here also:

Tomohawk parka
Powerxross pullover
Freeride pants
Everest jacket
Tech team hoodie
Inferno jacket
Agressor shirts
Agressor briefs
Balaclava
powerxross gloves
Tech team shirt
Radium boots

Hope my wife doesn't see this!
 
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indiana

New member
Bibs...anyone use HMK Voyagers or Arctiva? I dont get to ride enough to justify buying Klim, those seem to be half the price.
 
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G

Guest
Klim. Buying it all piece by piece. Had to buy new outer shell because I got fat. Allow for this if YOU plan to get fat.
 
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woodi

New member
Ecklunds motor sports in oshkosh has last years Klim sports wear for 35% off. I bought valdez coat for something like $270 They just started handling Klim & have lots of stuff.
 
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mrarctic

New member
Klim all the way along with my new 509 googles my parents got me the f4 helmet for my b day. i have the valdez parka but i like my snocross much better for back country riding. seems to be more breathable. But im not dead set on Klim either i also buy whats good for the money i got boots from Hmk there white from a swap meet at the indiana snow show for 50 bucks reallt cant beat that for boots warn twice.

Team Arctic Thunder
 
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cdsprague

New member
I have had 2 pair of HMK boots. Nice boots, but my feet would get wet. They don't breathe. They are also NOT waterproof! Water resistant, yes. If I went offtrailing my feet would be soaked. Partly from sweat and leaking water in. I got tired of it and bought the Klim Adrenaline boots and love them. They breathe and are 100% waterproof! No more wet cold feet!!

My wife had the HMK's also and bought the Klim's this year and after using the Klim's for 5 days she sold her HMK's.
 
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felonious_rider

New member
Klim all the way

I switched over to Klim two seasons ago and never looked back. I had a pair of HMK boots and they lasted about 6 rides and I have had my Klim boots for two seasons and not one problem. In my opinon you can't compare the two, Klim is better made.
 
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