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Old Aug 10, 2009 | 05:32 PM
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I originally posted this in the General Forum, but if your like me you don't go in that forum as much as here. So I figured I'd repost here to see if maybe I can get some information here.

I've been looking around and researching these jackets. I've decided that I'm going to get one. My question is, is there that much of a difference between the "new for 09" and the older model. I can get the "new for 09" for around $550 of the older model for about $465 Thanks for your help.
 
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not sure about these styles specifically, but most of the time...newer models in clothing have more to do with styling than anything. My guess is the features/quality are the same, or at least, very similar. Cost differences can come from various things...fabric costs/use of more leather/styling costs/features/inflation/etc.
 

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Old Aug 11, 2009 | 05:28 AM
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I looked at the 09 jackets and older. For that difference I would go with the 09. The new design is intended to cover a wider temp range. The older jackets are great but heavier.
 
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I just got one of the new jackets that are like made of cordura and the outer lining zips out to make it a mesh jacket and it also comes with a waterproof liner. Just got done with a 1500 mile trip through the mountains dealing with 95+ degree to 60 degree to rain. The jacket was awesome, i recommend it
 
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