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Not that I need the temptation, but whats been your take on the new vs old Nepals? how much lighter? I've had the old generation for pushing 15 years now and no issues. A ton of life left, so no Need to upgrade... But the new ones sure look nice.

An unexpected good find was the REI Airflyte Hoody. Lighter weight than the R1 - which as someone else pointed out can often be too warm. Fit is great with a ton of stretch, nice under-helmet hood and thumb loops. Can't speak to the long term stench resistance but I'm pleased so far.

I'm in the market for a similar jacket. hood required. about to pull the trigger on a Cloudveil Firsturn hoody. May want to give a look. Clouveil is a long time user of Schoeller and now using their own version. I have always liked the schoeller material over the powershield, but that's just me. Anyone used this jacket yet? ton cheaper than the Arcteryx or Mammut